Role Purpose:
As part of their long term strategy, Save the Children is building regional hubs of technology specialists to service their global IT needs. This role is part of the Nairobi technology hub focused on delivering a global service to all Save the Children countries. The Nairobi team will be responsible for developing and maintaining the Finance Management System (FMS) implemented on Agresso.
Contract Duration: National (2 Years)
Location: Nairobi Kenya
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as IT, Finance, Mathematics (candidates without such qualifications will be considering if they can demonstrate appropriate technical skills as shown in the experience and skills section)
Strong understanding of the business processes of a financial Management system preferably an ERP
Experience of solving complex business and technical issues through trouble shooting and analysis, defining a clear way forward and ensuring buy in
A desire to work on an enterprise level ERP / finance system based on the Microsoft stack (Windows Server, .NET, SQL Server, IIS)
Ability to explain complex technical and non-technical information in a succinct and compelling manner to all levels of seniority
Strong Excel skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Commitment to Save the Children values
Desirable
Proven technical skills in a mainstream programming language, or database system (cross training will be provided if required)
Proven experience in implementing and managing Agresso applications
Good T-SQL language skills
Experience with any of the following Agresso modules: Financials, Project Costing & Billing, Inventory Accounting, Accounts Payable, Planner, Workflow
Track record of administering & supporting applications in a complex global organisation
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Experience of exposure to the non-for-profit sector and/or developing countries
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