WVP Kenya is looking for an
experienced Finance and Administration Manager to assist in the management of
their Bondo office.
The Finance and
Administration Manager provides oversight to and assumes responsibility for
finance and administrative work of WVP Kenya in Bondo, including finance and
budgeting, administration and reporting, internal communications and compliance
with local laws.
The ideal candidate will
have a hands-on experience in management accounting and experience of managing
budgets on day to day basis.
WVP Kenya is a small youth-focused development NGO that was set up in 2006, running the largest scholarship programme in the Bondo and Lugari districts.
Other development
activities include a community capacity support programme, sports and health
education, building of primary health care infrastructure and social protection
of orphaned and caregiving children.
For more details, visit www.wvpkenya.org.uk
Volunteer title: Finance and Administration Manager
Volunteer title: Finance and Administration Manager
Terms: There will be a trial period of 3 months followed by a
fixed-term contract of 1
year (including an initial 3 month probationary period).
The contract can be
extended further, dependent on performance.
Monthly salary: Ksh 25,000 – subject to increase depending on performance.
Location: Bondo Town, Bondo District, Nyanza Province, Kenya.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Essential:
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Experience of writing donor reports and proposals
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Proven/good understanding of information technology (use of computers and emails)
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Good English and Dholuo language skills
Desirable:
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Diploma or higher degree in accounting or financial management
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience (proven track record) of management within a reputable organisation is an added advantage
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Financial management:
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Responsibility for the day-to-day cash position of the organisation, for
supervision of banking activities and cash accounting
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Primary responsibility for overseeing the completion of all accounting
activities, including entering receipts daily and reporting to meet WVP Kenya’s
donor and internal requirements.
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Primarily responsible for implementing financial controls in the organisation.
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Responsibility for budgeting and forecasting of programme expenditure, in order
to highlight funding needs or accumulating surpluses.
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Responsibility for regular internal auditing and monitoring of programme and
nonprogramme expenditure, and developing corrective action where necessary.
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Responsibility for ensuring organisation-wide compliance with external tax and
financial reporting requirements.
Operational management:
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Point of contact for staff, including resource management (staff time and programme
co-ordination) and short-term programme planning. Assist in arranging staff
meetings.
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Responsibility for maintaining staff records, including review of staff
contracts, annual review of performance against job description, and goals for the upcoming
year
Programme support:
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Responsibility to work with the programme director to liaise with and respond
to WVP Trustees on a regular basis (via emails and calls), including
comprehensive monthly narrative and financial reports
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To be flexible and responsive in supporting the day to day needs of WVP and the
children the organisation supports
Donor relations:
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General management of donor relations including:
- Responsibility
for completion of donor reporting requirements, including preparation of
reports and expenditure against budget documents
- Assisting
with the financial/operational side of funding applications
Application process
If you would like to apply
for this position, please send us your CV and a cover letter explaining why you
are interested in taking up this position and why you think you would excel in
the role.
In your cover letter, also
include the contact details (telephone and email) of two referees who can
comment on your work experiences.
Please only apply if you
are a Dholuo speaker.
Send your application by
e-email to: workwithus@wvpkenya.org.uk – please also use this e-mail for any
questions you may have.
The deadline for applying
is 4 January 2013.
Short-listed candidates will be required to attend an interview in Bondo in the week commencing 7 January 2013.
