NGO in Kenya Jobs and Career Opportunities

An NGO in Kenya is searching for qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following positions

A. Programme Officers (2)

Reporting to the Director, the position holder shall be responsible for;

• Manage various projects for the organisation
• Program supervision, supportive guidance and management support to the project centres
• Development and management of Childcentered Community based Development programs in the areas of operations in Kenya.
• Coordination and mainstreaming of programs through liaison with other programs in the organization
• Facilitate project design processes
• Strengthen the organisation’s experience of working in target communities
• To establish strong project implementation and monitoring systems and strengthen systems for compliance to donor requirements
  

Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree in Social sciences. A postgraduate qualification in relevant field an added advantage
• Min of proven 5 years child/community Development experience especially in an (international) NGO.
• Demonstrated and proven knowledge of project proposal, design and report writing
• Excellent supervisory and administrative skills, problem solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of child rights and protection, HIV/Aids and Gender Mainstreaming
• High level of integrity and an affable team player
• Ability to initiate collaboration and networking with relevant stakeholders
• Knowledge of MS office applications
• Mature Kenyan citizen with strong Christian values

B. Financial Accountants (2) and Grants Accountant (1)

Both positions reporting to the Finance and ICT Manager, their responsibilities shall be;

Grant Accountant- 1 position to begin in December 2009

• Ensure policies and procedures for Subgrant are adhered to, and regularly evaluate their effectiveness.
• Ensure timely submission and consolidation of sub grant budgets and disbursements of the same
• Capacity builds sub grantees on all areas of grant management
• Establish and Monitor feedbacks especially on budget implementation, financial management system and compliance with the organization and donor requirements.
• General maintenance of grants information and records
• Liaise with the programs and financial accounting functions to prepare, generate and submit reports and requests
• Monitor grantee requirements and ensure compliance both to the donor and to subgrantees
• Coordinate grant audits and reporting

Financial Accountants - 2 positions / to begin in December 2009

• Ensure timely and accurate preparation financial reports.
• Capacity build sub grantees on financial management system
• Analyze and consolidate sub grantees reports and ensures accuracy, completeness and compliance with reporting procedures. systems, policies, and procedures
• Processing accounting information.
• Maintain fixed assets Register
• Maintain an efficient, and transparent financial filling system
• Preparation of monthly payroll and ensure timely payment of all deductions.
• Coordinate external audit.

Qualification/Experience:

• Bachelor of commerce /Business degree plus accountancy qualification
• Membership or a professional accountancy and body will be an added advantage
• Minimum of Five (5) years post qualification experience, especially with an international donor funded project.
• Excellent analytical and competency in financial modeling and spreadsheets
• Excellent systems management, budgeting, planning and reporting skills
• Funds monitoring and evaluation experience and expertise
• Proficiency in computerized accounting systems and MS Office
• Good leadership and communication skills.
• Must be a proactive, honest and diligent accountant who requires minimum supervision and ready to work under pressure
• A mature Kenyan citizen with strong Christian values.
• Proficiency and good ICT experience

C. Office Manager – 1 Position / Per 1st of December 2009

• In-charge of office administrative in areas of maintenance, security, safety and cleanliness
• Coordinate all logistics, transport, and travel
• Ensure vehicle management policies are adhered to
• Liaise with suppliers and ensure timely deliveries
• Ensure data integrity and security
• In-charge of all support Staff
• Maintain inventory

Requirements

• At least a degree or higher national diploma in Management/logistics/Office administration.
• At least 3 years relevant experience in Assets, processes and human resource management
• Strong computer skills (Office, Emailing, Networking, etc)
• Excellent in English written and verbal communication skills

D. Logistician – 1 Position
Per 1st of January 2010

Reporting to the office manager

• Execute procurement activities under the guidance of office manager
• Ensure adherence systems, polices and procedurers.
• Maintain Supplier data base and store data base
• Organize transport for both people and deliveries
• Arrange all safety regulations

Requirements

• At least a diploma of business administration or relevant studies
• 3 years post qualification experience in an international NGO
• Good communication skills
• Clean driving license
• Clean and valid driving license
• Mature Kenyan citizen with good Christian values

All the above positions are based in Nairobi.

If you meet the requirements of the any of the above positions and would like to be part of our commitment to community development, please send your application together with your CV, copies of your testimonials, three professional referees, clear contact details and your remuneration details to the following contacts before 24th November 2009, 16.00 hours

DN/A 444,
P.O. Box 49010 00100
Nairobi

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.