Finance and Grants Manager NGO Vacancy

Founded in 1958, EDC is an international nonprofit organization that works to build bridges between educational research, policy, and practice. Funded by the United States Agency for International Development, EDC is implementing a new project called G-Youth that will be based in Garissa, Kenya. The Garissa Youth Project (G-Youth) is designed to empower youth to make sound career and life decisions as they transition from high-school to the next phase of their lives.

The project will offer youth interventions that will help to: build skills, facilitate appropriate career choices, provide employment and/or income generating information, bridge technical and university education opportunities and provide a fun and safe space for youth to socialize. The project also aims to build the capacity of local institutions and networks to sustain the much-needed services that G-Youth will provide.

Closing date: 21 Aug 2009
Location: Kenya - Garissa

Duties and Tasks: The Finance and Grants manager plays a critical role vis-à-vis the oversight of the project’s finances and will support the administration of small grants to partnering institutions. The duties of the finance and grants manager position includes but is not limited to: setting up and carrying out financial management and accounting functions; assist with prompt and supportive feedback to inquiries related to budget activities; assist with compliance and adherence to donor regulations and procedures; prepare timely and accurate financial reporting; support budget revisions; track Budget/Expenses to ensure proper cash flow; assist with financial audit preparation; prepare request for quotation, supports subcontract negotiations and awards; prepare and coordinate financial audits; oversee program resources management; provide financial management inputs in design, implementation, and monitoring funded activities; oversee request for quotation, purchase orders; oversee procurement functions and maintenance of files and project’s inventory; handle and coordinate technical, administrative, personnel management, and procurement functions.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 8 - 10 years related experience or Master’s degree or equivalent with 5 – 7 years relevant experience. Experience in finance management; experience in budget analysis; experience using finance systems preferably QuickBooks; experience in financial fore-casting and data analysis; ability to balance work within a team environment; possess strong organizational skills and communication and interpersonal skills; has the ability to supervise administrative staff; is able to follow and give directions well; is attentive to details, and learns quickly. Experience with international donors preferred (especially with USAID). Fluency in English is required; oral skills in Somali are desired.

How to apply
Apply in English with a letter, a resume and names of three references to Nancy Meaker at nmeaker@edc.org. The closing date for this position is August 21, 2009.

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