Kenya: FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

Kenya Cancer Association P. O. Box 293 – 00202, KNH Nairobi, Kenya

+254-717-666044

info@kenyacancer.org

Job Vacancy

Finance and Administration Officer

Kenya Cancer Association is the umbrella body of individuals and organizations who share the commitment to address the cancer problem in Kenya. Our membership is drawn from ordinary Kenyans, healthcare professionals, patients, cancer survivors, caregivers and researchers involved in or with an interest in cancer. Our core mandate is to raise public awareness on Cancer as well as mobilize stakeholders to prioritize cancer in their programs.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Finance and Administration Officer is expected to drive best practices in financial management, administration management and human resources management within the organization to maximize efficiency and growth.

The position reports to the Executive Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage Financial Planning, Monitoring and Reporting

· Oversee the implementation and management of the KENCASA financial management policy and procedure

· Prepare and maintain financial forecasts in consultation with the Executive Director including the annual budget and financial plans

· Manage accountability relationships with funding partners and support the Executive Director in designing and implementing appropriate financing tools for Kenya Cancer Association

· Design appropriate financial due diligence procedures, and internal control systems and perform regular financial appraisals of KENCASA projects

· Ensure efficient financial monitoring and reporting including monitoring expenses and revenues, reviewing and upgrading existing procedures and ensuring production of appropriate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders

· Ensure high quality accounting including overseeing day to day accounting and managing the year-end audit process

Administration Managementand Procurement

· Oversee the implementation and management of the KENCASA administrative policy and procedures

· Provide high quality administrative support and oversee general administration and office management duties.

· Oversee travel arrangements and monitor travel expenditures, and Ensure compliance with relevant local regulations

· Ensure compliance with internal administration and procurement policies and partner requirements

· Manage and co-ordinate the procurement processes, provide advice, assistance and follow-up on, supplies , and contracts.

Human Resources Management

· Oversee the implementation and management of the KENCASA human resources policy and procedure

· Initiate and coordinate the staff recruitment processes and other human resources management and development actions

· Initiate and coordinate annual staff appraisal procedures

· Manage all payroll related activities

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Mandatory requirements

· Minimum 5 years in financial and administration management

· Master’s degree in Finance or recognized professional certification (such as CPA,ACCA, CMA, CFA)

· Knowledge of Kenyan accounting practices and relevant laws

· Strong financial management skills

· Fluent English with excellent writing and verbal communication skills

· Excellent Excel skills

· Strong organizational and leadership skills

Desirable requirements

· At ease in working in a small structure, where tasks and responsibilities are in constant motion

· High level of autonomy at work, yet with profound team-spirit

· Adaptive, patient, resilient and flexible

· Pro-active and solutions oriented

· Fast learning and high reactivity

· Ability to work under time pressure

How to apply:

Send your application of 4-5 pages including a cover letter indicating your desire to work with us; a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime telephone contact, email address, and the names of three professionalreferees to:“careers@kenyacancer.org” with the email subject “Application for Finance and Administration Officer-KENCASA”.

Closing Date23^rd October 2015

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please note that we do not charge fees for receiving or processing applications.