Global Communities Finance Manager Job in Nairobi, Kenya (formerly CHF International)

Job Title: Finance Manager
 

Department: Programs
 

Reports To: Chief of Party
 

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Job Summary: Global Communities (formerly CHF International) is an international development organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them improve their social, economic, and environmental conditions. 

Global Communities is seeking local candidates for the five-year Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation (AIMS) program to bolster trade by increasing access to financing for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in agribusiness in Kenya, Tanzania and Malawi. The anticipated start date for the positions would be in January 2015
 

The Finance Manager will provide leadership and oversight to program finance and administration systems and submit timely reports to headquarters.

The Finance Manager will also ensure that all donor and Global Communities’ finance policies and procedures are met. 

The Finance Manager will be supervised by the COP and will manage Finance Officers/Accountants in Kenya, Tanzania and Malawi.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide financial management, leadership, and oversight for all aspects of the Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation (AIMS) program
• Develop and maintain sound financial management systems in line with donor rules and regulations and Global Communities' policies and procedures
• Provide financial control, prepare and analyze budgets, develop financial reports, and make recommendations to HQ on budget expenditures; Provide technical assistance to improve the systems of internal control and financial management of partners
• Establish/Maintain financial controls and procedures for the management of funds and sub contracts
• Produce budget projections and reports for submission to the donor through the HQ
• Maintain financial files and support annual audits
• Provide oversight of project administration, IT, and HR management support
• Assist in program development and proposal preparation as needed.

The duties listed above are not inclusive of all the duties of the position at Global Communities. Global Communities reserves the right to change and update position descriptions at any time.
 

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business Administration in finance, accounting or related field required

Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in financial management and accounting (experience in management of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and in agribusiness preferred)
• Experience as country finance manager of donor-funded technical assistance projects of similar magnitude and complexity in developing countries (preferably in East Africa)
• At least 5 years of progressively responsible supervisory experience and strong organizational and leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to hold staff accountable for doing their jobs
• Strong knowledge of computerized accounting, demonstrated organizational skills, and strong track record in meeting deliverables
• Certified Public Accountant in Kenya is a plus
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with professional contacts
• Demonstrate flexibility, cultural sensitivity when working with NGO partners, and the ability to adapt Global Communities policies and procedures to the local context
• A person of known integrity
• Demonstrate the ability to work constructively in a team
• Ability to negotiate solutions to problems
• Superior written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills
• Ability to interact clearly and effectively with donors and other organizations

Language Skills

• Excellent command of English language including written and spoken English
• Effective use of written and spoken Kiswahili

Working Conditions

• Based in the Nairobi office; National travel outside of Nairobi, as required, to perform duties; some E. Africa regional travel will also be required.
• Able to sit at a computer and operate a keyboard, for extended periods of time

The anticipated start date for the positions would be in January 2015.

How to Apply

Applicants are to submit their application letters with detailed CV to vacancies@chfkenya.org with the Title of the Position being applied for addressed to:

The Country Director,

P. O. Box 1661 00606 Sarit Centre, 

Nairobi, Kenya

Apply by Monday, 15 December 2014.

Only short listed firms/candidates will be contacted. 

CHF is an equal opportunity employer.