NGO Jobs and Careers in Nairobi, Kenya - FHI 360

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development

organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing

integrated, locally driven solutions. 

Our staff includes experts in Health,

Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender,

Youth, Research and Technology – creating a unique mix of capabilities to address

today’s interrelated development challenges.

 FHI 360 serves more than 60

countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. 

FHI 360 is seeking qualified

candidates for the below positions.
 

Senior Finance Officer, Linkages
 

Basic Function: The Senior Finance Officer is responsible for

oversight of the financial management for LINKAGES Project in Kenya and will

ensure the achievement of all financial control and performance objectives in

accordance with requirements of FHI 360 and its funding agencies in

coordination with the Project Manager (LINKAGES).

Minimum Requirements Standards:

• MBA/MA/MS or a related advanced Degree in
  
  Business, Accounting, Finance or related field relevant to the position
  
  requirements. 


• At least eight years of experience in
  
  financial management for large complex projects, of which at least five
  
  years were working in the field of international development. 


• Must be a Certified Public Accountant
  
  (K). 


• Professional level of oral and written fluency
  
  in English language.

Senior Contracts and Grants Officer, LINKAGES

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
 

Basic Function: The Senior Contracts and Grants Manager will work

in partnership with the Project Manager and other staff to efficiently operate

and strengthen an effective contracts management services system. 

Principal duties will include support

on prime award matters, pre-award and contract administration and

professional/managerial support to ensure full compliance with FHI 360 and

donor rules and regulations for prime awards and sub-awards. 

The incumbent will report to the

Project Manager (LINKAGES).

Minimum Requirements Standards:

• BS/B.Com/LLB or related field with a minimum
  
  of 5-8 years relevant work experience in acquisition and assistance
  
  management and related work; or MS/MA/MBA, or LLM, with a minimum of 5-7
  
  years of work experience in contracts and grants management and related
  
  work.

Administrative Assistant, LINKAGES

Location: Nairobi,

Kenya
 

• Performs and provides administrative,
  
  programmatic and logistical support duties for the project. 


• Prepares documents and reports, the use of
  
  office technology, compiling records, organizing and maintaining files,
  
  posting information, greeting/referring/assisting others, mail
  
  distribution, and photocopying. 



• Collects and verifies data, summarizes and
  
  reconciles information. 


• Coordinates and maintains records
  
  management. 


• Serves as a primary resource for assistance in
  
  the Project.

The incumbent will report to the

Project Manager (LINKAGES).

Minimum Requirements Standards:

• A Degree in Knowledge/Information Services,
  
  Communications, Education, Health, Behavioral, Life/Social Sciences
  
  International Development or related field. 


• Typically requires 3 -5 years of programs and
  
  administrative support experience.


• Articulate, professional and able to
  
  communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff. 


• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent
  
  English; 


• Excellent computers skills in MS Suite. 


• Prior experience in a non- governmental
  
  organization (NGO) preferred. 


• Basic understanding of key population issues
  
  in Kenya. 


• Experience in office or program administrative
  
  procedures.

Senior Program Officer, LINKAGES

Location: Nairobi, Kenya
 

• The Senior Program Officer provides technical
  
  assistance and support to programs.


• Collects, complies, and analyzes information
  
  relevant to programs. 


• Provides administrative and project support,
  
  in addition to communication efforts related to program management and
  
  execution. 


• Ensures compliance with internal and external
  
  regulations. 


• Monitors budget for programs and develops
  
  monitoring system for reviewing project status.


• Ensures completion of program while adhering
  
  to budget, scope, and schedule requirements. 


• Develops/Reviews work plans, prepares
  
  presentations, and supports other related program objectives and
  
  deliverables.

The incumbent will report to the

Project Manager (LINKAGES).

Minimum Requirements Standards:

• Master’s Degree in Knowledge/Information
  
  Services, Communications, Education, Environment, Health, Behavioral,
  
  Life/Social Sciences International Development, Human Development or
  
  Related Field. 


• Minimum of 5 + years’ experience with program
  
  management, cross-cultural communications, US Government rules and
  
  regulations. 


• Substantial experience using computerized
  
  information systems. 


• Demonstrated experience working with key
  
  populations in Kenya. 


• Articulate and professional and able to communicate
  
  in a clear, positive fashion with clients and staff. 


• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent
  
  English; fluent in Kiswahili language. 


• Prior team lead experience preferred. 


• Demonstrated leadership experience preferred.

FHI 360 has a competitive

compensation package and is an equal opportunity employer. Interested

candidates are encouraged to register online through FHI 360’s Career Center https://jobs-fhi360.icims.com Key

in the Job ID where a detailed Job description will be availed. 

Alternatively you can apply via email

to: Kenya-HR@fhi360.org

Please specify source in your

application and quote the Requisition ID provided on the subject line while

sending your application, CV/resume including salary requirements, to be

received not later than January 6, 2016. 

Kindly note that only shortlisted

persons will be contacted.