VSF Germany seeks to recruit qualified and well experienced Finance and Administration Officers to support in operations (Finance, Admin and Logistics) for project(s) implemented in Kenya. This positions are being recruited to fill one (1) position in Nairobi with field travel and one (1) position in Marsabit County in Kenya.
Job Summary
The purpose and role the Finance and Administration Officer is to support in effective financial, administration, HR management support and logistical operations with accounting perspective. This entails review of financial documents and generation of various financial reports observing best practices and assuring expected quality and compliance. It will also entail various administrative duties and roles in areas human resource and of logistics aimed at ensuring smooth operational support to project implementation. The holder of the position will also provide support in custody and implementation of internal control systems in finance department.
Main duties and responsibilities
Cash management
Preparation of project finance and management financial reports for projects
Grant management
Cash flows and budgeting for supported projects and region
Data handling and management
Reviews- compliance, performance and financial reviews
Procurements
Managing employee files and affairs in the office – including all staff administrative affairs
Basic fleet management
Reporting Lines and Collaboration
The FAO reports and works under the functional and administrative supervision of the Project Manager / Country Director and in collaboration with other program staff and the Regional Heads of Finance, Logistics and HR.
Qualifications, Experience, Attributes & Skills required
University degree in Accounting/Finance from a recognized institution
CPA finalist will be an added advantage
Proficiency in Office computer packages (word, excel) and experience in specialized accounting software. Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics BC is essential.
5 years minimum hands on work experience in Finance and Administration position. Experience in a humanitarian or other International NGO setting an added advantage.
Exposure to human resource and logistics functions (e.g. procurement, fleet, warehousing) will be an added advantage
Ability to analyze problems and make sound operational decisions
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Solid understanding of donor regulations desirable.
Good communication skills, both oral and written in English.
A team player with good organizational skills.
Desirable attributes
Individual must be results oriented
Highly self-motivated, and adaptive
Ability to establish strong working relationships with staff in Kenya and internationally
Experience working in a multicultural environment
Selection Criteria
Selection will be based on requirements, competencies and skills outlined above.
VSF Germany is an equal opportunity employer but female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Remuneration and benefits package
Successful candidates with be offered competitive remuneration in local currency and accompanying staff benefits in line with local labour market rates and organizational policies.
Interested and qualified candidates who meets the requirements should send their applications with the subject line “Finance and Administration Officer” to the e-mail address: recruitment@vsfg.org and copied to admin_hr@vsfg.org on or before 20th of November 2021 which is the closing date for receiving applications. The application documents should include the following, all in one document:
Apply via :
recruitment@vsfg.org
