The
Youth Enterprise Development Fund is a State Corporation under the Ministry of
Youth Affairs and Sports.
The
Youth Fund provides loans and business development services to youth
enterprises.
Accountant Assistant
2 Positions
Ref AA/11/2012
Reporting to: Senior Accountant
The
accounts assistant will prepare and maintain accurate records and provide
timely information to facilitate decision making and efficient management
within the finance function.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Timely and
accurate preparation of Payment Vouchers, Imprest Warrants Vouchers,
Imprest Surrender Vouchers and Journal Entries
- Timely and
accurate preparation of audit schedules and supporting schedules
- Timely
receipting and banking of all revenues
- Preparation of
timely and accurate bank reconciliations
- Preparation of
timely and accurate staff accounts reconciliations
- Accurate and
timely postings of data into IFMIS with due regard to cut off dates
- Accurate and
timely filling of all processed and unprocessed documents
- Accurate
labeling of all files and maintaining an updated inventory of all files
- Preparation of
periodic progress reports
- Other duties as
may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications /Competencies
- Minimum
qualification of CPA II
- Those with a
degree/diploma in business related field will be an added advantage
- Minimum of one
year experience working in a busy accounts department
- Proven knowledge
& experience in working with computers & accounting software
- Proficiency in
written and verbal communication skills
- Good
understanding and experience in all aspects of accounting and financial
management including management of donor funds
- Ability to meet
strict deadlines is mandatory
- Exposure to
computerized financial systems and experience in public sector accounting
and
- Honesty,
integrity and creativity are a must.
Credit Officer
2 Positions
Ref CO/11/2012
Reporting to: Credit Manager
Credit
officer will be based at the Head quarters.
He/she
can be transferred to work in any of our Regional Offices depending on the need
as at that time.
He/she
will work hand in hand with the Regional Coordinators, Assistant Regional
Coordinators and Constituency Officers, to ensure individual and (or ) youth
groups are able to access credit from the Fund, their businesses are well and
are able to repay their Loans.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Receive
potential clients, conduct initial assessment, assist clients in
completion of applications and prepare loan analysis and recommendations
- Oversee
mobilization of youth groups, loan appraisal and disbursements of loans to
individual youth and groups
- Assist in
monitoring and evaluation of loans given to youth groups and prepare
monthly status report for each constituency
- Carry out
trainings to the youth
- Update monthly
basis repayments made by each group in assigned constituency from the bank
statements of the collection accounts
- Follow up on
weak groups with the assistance of Constituency Officers and the District
Youth Officers, provide required advisory and remedial services when
required and prepare monthly status reports for each Constituency
- Prepare payment
schedules for each Constituency based on the field returns emanating from
the Districts after vouching compliance by the Region and Committee with
the vetting procedures
- Responsible for
system input and maintenance of loans, credit analysis, security
documentation and maintenance, preparation of letters of offer , reports
and maintenance of data in IFMIS
- Answer queries
from local leaders and other stakeholders on issues relating to the
Constituency based loan products
Qualifications
- A first degree
in Business Related Field from a reputable university. Specialized
training in credit or Micro Finance will be an added advantage
- A masters degree
in a business discipline will be an added advantage
- Over 3 years
experience in credit , preferably in a Microfinance Finance Institutions
- Ability to
manage all aspects of lending cycle for the Fund’s lending products
- Possession of
good analytical and reporting skills
- Willingness to
travel to remote rural areas, passion and eagerness to assist and help
empower the most marginalized youth across the constituencies.
- Possess good
interpersonal skills to interact with key stakeholders including senior
government officials
- Possess good
leadership skills, with ability to manage others
- Ability to meet
strict deadlines is mandatory
- Exposure to
computerized financial systems and experience in public sector accounting
and
- Honesty,
integrity and creativity are a must.
Drivers
2 Positions
Ref: DRV /11/2012
Reporting to: Administration Officer
The
driver will be responsible for facilitation of movement of the organization’s
officers within the country.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate an
assigned vehicle in a safe and cautious manner
- Keep the
assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside
- Coordinate the
schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management and
staff
- Check on the
expiry of road licenses, insurance certificates and inspection stickers
- Maintain
accurate, up to date records on trip sheets, customer transportation forms
vehicle condition reports and other records that are required from
management
- Service as a
positive role model while providing transportation service
Qualifications /Competencies
- Must have
undergone a suitability test from the Ministry of public works
- Be holder of
K.C.S.E grade D and above. Diplomas will be an added advantage.
- Possess a clean
driving license class B, C and E & at least 3 years driving
experience.
- First aid /motor
vehicle mechanics / Defensive driving certificates will be added advantage
- Possess good
communication skills (both written & Spoken) and be a team player
- Knowledge of
roads in Nairobi & other parts of the country is essential
- Proficiency in
written and verbal communication skills
- Honesty,
integrity and creativity are a must.
Those
fulfilling the requirements of the positions should submit their applications
together with a detailed C.V. and all relevant testimonials stating current
position, current remuneration, expected salary, email address and telephone
contacts.
All
applications are also expected to quote the reference number on the envelope
and provide postal, telephone and email contacts of three references and should
be received by 14th December 2012.
All applications should be addressed to:
The
Chief Executive Officer,
Youth Enterprise Development Fund
P.O. Box 48610-00100
Nairobi.
Youth Enterprise Development Fund
P.O. Box 48610-00100
Nairobi.
Youth
Enterprise Development Fund is an equal opportunity employer.
Potential
male and female candidate with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
