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  • Regional Awards Officer (Contracts and Grants), , Nairobi – Kenya

    Regional Awards Officer (Contracts and Grants), , Nairobi – Kenya

    DEPARTMENT:         Awards Management Unit
    REPORTS TO:          Regional Awards Manger, Nairobi
    POSITION SUMMARY:  
    This is a regional position requiring extensive travel to support compliance management of a diverse portfolio of global awards including contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, and sub-awards. The Awards Officer assess and supports the development and implementation of systems to manage sub awards and strengthens compliance with donor and organizational terms and conditions. Provides on-site support and training on award-related issues.  
    MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Provide on-site project and regional trainings on sub award management and compliance to project staff and sub grantees, provides on-site support in implementing systems that comply with WI and donor requirements and builds the capacity of project staff to manage sub awards.
    Reviews contractual documents to ensure the best possible terms for WI prior to signature.
    Provides guidance and identifies training needs for program units to ensure award functions are implemented consistently across the organization.
    Reviews sub awards and modifications, escalates identified problems and risks, and takes the lead in researching and providing advice on disputes concerning contractual issues.
    Support program staff in negotiating sub awards and consultant agreements.
    Supports project start up and close out in implementation of systems and processes to manage sub awards and ensure compliance with prime award requirements
    Remains current on changes within the industry through resource sites, publications, and continuing education, and provides training and refresher sessions to staff on pertinent topics.
    Maintain up-to-date awards management filing and tracking system based on institutional standards.
    Provides in-country gap/staffing coverage and support to programs, as needs arise.
    Must have good interpersonal skills, ability to work with diverse teams, maintain high ethical standards of integrity and respect confidentiality in representing WI to ensure a professional representation at all times.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:
    Education/Experience:       
    BS/BA in Business Administration, International Finance, International Affairs, or related field, with minimum of 6 years relevant experience in awards management working on US government funded projects    
    Skills/Knowledge: 
    Strong knowledge of USAID regulations FAR, AIDAR, CFR and experience working with other USG agencies, multilateral and bilateral organizations, foundations and private sectors funders. . Ability to prioritize competing tasks; flexibility; excellent writing skills;; attention to detail; team player; demonstrated training/mentoring skills and experience a plus. 
    This position requires extensive travel within Asia, Africa, and to the United States, as needed.
    Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law.

  • Bookkeeper

    Bookkeeper

    Job description
    The Role
    As a result of ongoing success and growth in the firm, the business is looking to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper to work within Westlands.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Working independently, the role of Bookkeeper will manage all aspects of bookkeeping needs, duties will include:

    Preparation of bookkeeping using either Sage or Excel
    Prepare monthly VAT Return
    Process monthly payroll
    Monthly management accounts
    Complete all tenancy documents
    Ensure all payments are processed before deadlines
    Processing withholding tax deductions & payments
    Maintain and update manual and computer records
    Assist with resolving any relevant client queries
    Build and develop relationship with clients
    Annual audits

    Skills and Qualities
    The successful applicant will be an experienced assistant accountant or bookkeeper who can work unsupervised, ideally with experience working from within a firm of accountants. Individuals will have an excellent I.T skills including strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word and Excel, experience of sage or tally will also be a distinct advantage, however training will be provided.
    The applicant should possess a strong knowledge of local taxes, be a confident communicator, time management skills & ability to complete tasks
    Applicants will ideally be qualified or part qualified CPA / ACCA along with a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
    The role will be based within Westlands, but will also include visiting our properties from time to time.
    Experience:

    Bookkeeping: 5 years (Preferred)
    Sage line 50 experience an added advantage

  • Security Guards

    Security Guards

    We wish to recruit six interested and qualified persons to fill the positions of Security Guard and Guardettes in our security department. The persons will be responsible for the following roles;
    Responsibilities

    Welcome visitors entering the premises, as well as guard the entrance of the premises and screen visitors to ensure they do not enter the premises with prohibited items or weapons
    Monitor and control access at building entrances and vehicle gates
    Report rule infractions and violations to security foremen and supervisor.
    Prevent intruders from entering the premises or from straying to prohibited areas.
    Guard against theft and maintain security.
    Respond to security alarms and distress calls.
    Protect property and lives by patrolling the area.
    Serve as a reliever for other guards, guardettes and tea girls when they proceed on leave or off duty.
    Carry out other duties as deployed by Security Office.

    Job Qualifications

    Should have National Youth Service training
    Should have KCSE Certification
    Should have Integrity and Moral fitness
    Be at least 22-30 years of age

  • Finance Officer

    Finance Officer

    Project Profile:
    The Equitable Prosperity – Maendeleo Sawa (M-SAWA) project is a seven-year, $28.7 million initiative funded/implemented by MEDA (supporters, partners and investors) with funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) which will run from 2015 to 2022. The project aims to contribute to Kenya’s economic growth and increase job creation by improving the business performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and small entrepreneurs (SEs) in select counties along the Northern and LAPSSET Corridors in the following sectors: • Agriculture/agribusiness • Construction and allied industries • Extractives
    Position Summary
    The Finance Officer (FO) will assist the Finance Director in managing the day to day financial operations within the organization.
    Location and Duration: 1-year renewable contract. This position is based in Nairobi.
    Eligible candidates: Kenyan Nationals

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Prepare and Processing of payment vouchers and cheque
    Maintain accurate records all the fixed assets / inventory monthly
    Review all staff travel advances & reimbursements.
    Review of procurement documents to ensure appropriate bidding, invoices, delivery notes before payment and recommend for payment once all support documents are in order.
    Prepare petty cash expenses and supporting documents for review, budget, reasonability and compliance; file, update and replenish petty cash. Verify petty cash expenses and support documents from all MEDA offices
    Review site offices petty cash expenses and supporting documents for approval, budget, reasonability and compliance; file, update and replenish petty cash.
    Assist in preparing the vehicle mileage analysis
    Assist in preparing financial reports.
    Assist with collecting financial information for the monthly, quarterly and annual budget
    Assist with the implementation of the audit plan & ensure all documents are in order
    Submit monthly financial retirement reports of advances allowed, with legitimate receipts and expense approvals.
    Support the finance team members when absent, as may be delegated from time to time in writing; performing reconciliations, reviewing internal finance documents, making internal control recommendations and closing matters as needed.
    Implementing internal controls & policies to comply with donor & GOK requirements
    Assist in sub-grantees management process; budget reviews, financial reporting, capacity assessment, capacity building, audit, funding and ensuring compliance to internal policies, Government of Kenya laws, MEDA and donor regulations.
    Any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Key Competencies required:
    Knowledge and Experience

    University degree in Accounting or business-related field.
    CPA certification-minimum CPA2 qualification
    At least 3 years of experience working at a similar role, preferably within a donor funded project/organization. Advanced use of MS office packages, and database management tools.
    Demonstrated experience working with different accounting software, and ability to learn quickly on the job.
    Communication: Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili

    Behavioral Strong interpersonal, communication, and teambuilding skills.Results and solution-oriented approaches that demonstrate integrity, accountability and commitmentAppreciation and support of MEDA’s faith, values, mission and purpose
    Conditions:Applications Must include: a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements for this position, your salary expectations for this role and an updated Résumé (3 pages max).

  • Finance and Grants Officer

    Finance and Grants Officer

    Project Profile:
    The Equitable Prosperity – Maendeleo Sawa (M-SAWA) project is a seven-year, $28.7 million initiative funded/implemented by MEDA (supporters, partners and investors) with funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) which will run from 2015 to 2022. The project aims to contribute to Kenya’s economic growth and increase job creation by improving the business performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and small entrepreneurs (SEs) in select counties along the Northern and LAPSSET Corridors in the following sectors: • Agriculture/agribusiness • Construction and allied industries • Extractives
    Job Summary:
    The Finance and Grants Officer (FGO) will assist the Finance Manager in developing accounting framework, internal controls and reporting framework on the funds allocated. With strong experience in financial management, audit and teamwork skills, the Finance and Grants officer will assess and train grantees on compliance, budgeting, best financial practices, donor reporting, and procurement.
    Location and Duration: 1-year renewable contract. This position is based in Nairobi, with occasional travel within the project target counties in Kenya.
    Eligible candidates: Kenyan Nationals
    Duties and Responsibilities:
    The FGO’s responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

    Conduct Financial analysis of Grant applicants audited financial records and providing assessment reports on the suitability of the applicant.
    Support existing grantees to ensure a strong compliance to MEDA internal policies, Donor regulations and Government of Kenya(GOK) laws.
    Evaluate grantee proposals (including budgets, assumptions and milestones); lead the setup, implementation and improvement of grant monitoring systems.
    Track grantee due diligence recommendations, to ensure proper project follow- up, implementation and closure in a timely manner.
    Identify non-compliant grantees, advise both the grantee and MEDA management on pre-emptive corrective actions.
    Design, review and present budget comparison reports for grantees as required each month.
    Review quarterly reports received from grantees and process subsequent cash advances to them. Manage advance requests and compare expenses to contracted amounts; ensuring costs are within the contracted budget.
    Upon completion of the grantee project, perform a closure audit, assess fixed assets needing disposition and recommend action.
    Internal financial Reporting. Preparing the monthly, quarterly and annual Financial reports ensuring that budgets are complied with and variances are promptly reported and/or corrected.
    Timely and accurate preparation and submission of the payroll.
    Support the audit process. Implementation of the Audit Plan ensuring all audit requirements are met and audit recommendations have been implemented.
    Budgeting- Prepare draft annual budgets as required.
    Assist in processing office payments, managing staff advances, reviewing petty cash expenses and supporting documents for approval, budget, reasonability and compliance.
    Internal Controls and risk management. Assist to identify and address risk areas and implement measures to minimize the risk of irregularities, based on corporate and regional compliance and audit standards for MEDA and the GOK rules and regulations.
    Any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualifications
    Key Competencies required:
    Knowledge and Experience:

    Desired: Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting or Finance or its equivalent. Master’s degree is an added advantage
    Certified Public Accountant with valid membership
    Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Finance field with at least 3yrs in Grants management
    Proven track record in evaluating and funding projects and Good understanding of the donor/grants compliance;
    Strong experience with international audit requirements
    Working knowledge of major donor funded operations, finance services and practices
    Excellent computer skills in Excel & ACCPAC software or other accounting software.
    Excellent oral and written communication in English and Swahili

    Behavioural:

    Exceptional interpersonal, communication, team-building and relationship building skills. 
    Highly analytical individual (process and interpret large amounts of data) who demonstrates a high degree of maturity and integrity
    Results and solution-oriented approaches that demonstrate integrity, accountability and commitment
    Demonstrated experience working in a complex environment
    Appreciation and support of MEDA’s faith, values, mission and purpose

  • ICT Infrastructure Engineer

    ICT Infrastructure Engineer

    Job description
    The ICT Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for installing, maintaining and upgrading network and computer systems while supporting and enhancing Winrock’s cyber security posture.
    This position also serves as an integrated member of the HQ ICT team involved with ICT support service delivery, as well as collaborating on ICT standards and strategies.
    In addition, this position will monitor and report key metrics regarding the status of Field office ICT health to the unit and will act as the primary interface between the ICT field activities and HQ ICT.
    MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Assists in the planning and implementation of additions and modifications to the supporting field infrastructure including the installation of server and networking hardware and operating systems software and other related software as required.
    Assists in the planning and implementation of network security as established by the corporate ICT department to ensure that system access to data is restricted to authorized staff.
    Troubleshoot complex application and system interactions to quickly resolve live-site and supportive system incidents.
    Works with field project teams to help design and implement internal systems that comply and integrate with the corporate Infrastructure enterprise architecture strategies.
    Assists with upgrades to the company’s telephone system at the field level.
    Reports field ICT infrastructure status concerning risks, issues, and anticipated projects to the Director, ICT Infrastructure Services & Chief Architect.
    Assists with overseeing the administration of the Winrock’s corporate infrastructure.
    Interacts with internal clients on all levels to help resolve ICT related issues and provides answers in a timely manner.
    Responsible for day-to-day monitoring, technical support and planning of all aspects of the network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/Wireless network) while ensuring ICT environment is secure.
    Evaluating network performance issues including availability, utilization, throughput and latency.
    Responsible for installation, configuration and testing of equipment.
    Ensuring adequate data protection measures are in place and that these are tested on a regular basis.
    Taking proactive steps to ensure an appropriate level of system availability and security.
    Risk and vulnerability assessment and risk mitigation analysis.
    Security Compliance reporting.
    Implementation of ICT security/network policies and procedures.
    Writing standard operating procedures (SOP).
    Establishing, managing and administering ICT security policy and procedures to ensure preventive and recovery strategies are in place and minimize the risk of internal and external security threats.

    OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Facilitates project startup by taking part in the IT equipment procurement process and provides setup configuration and maintenance management of network and servers.
    Facilitates project closeout by ensuring ICT Equipment Disposal Policy is being followed.
    Utilize the ICT Helpdesk trouble ticket system for recording all service requests, incidents, problems and resolutions. Maintain prompt and accurate records of end-user support activities and status.
    First-level support for general help-desk requests from staff and provide user-responsive technical support for institutional information, communications, and database systems. This includes an instruction to Winrock staff in the use of the standard suite of software products.
    Participate on off hours on-call duty rotation, be available on extended work hours in short notice, during weekends off business hours.
    Ability to physically perform operations related task such as lifting cartons of paper and other IT equipment’s which might weigh up to approximately 50 pounds.
    To be able to conduct end user training on various subject matters when needed. (e.g., New Hire Orientation, Field Project Orientation and Training).
    Liaises with Service Desk Analysts, internal subject matter experts, vendors, other providers of ICT services and ICT Management to ensure issues are rectified quickly, correctly, and efficiently.
    Maintains PC security systems to ensure that access to Winrock data is restricted to authorized staff.
    Manage and coordinate all equipment repairs, warranty issues, purchasing specifications in accordance with Winrock IT standards.
    Assist Winrock staff to understand their information system needs and provide solutions to meet those needs.
    Install, maintain and upgrade desktop computer hardware and software, and other related equipment for staff in a manner consistent with established Winrock standards.
    Other duties as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:

    Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field required, master’s degree preferred.
    Experience:5+ years providing ICT services at firms with multinational presence and greater than 1,000 employees required.

    Skills/Knowledge:

    System and network security
    LAN/WAN configuration (including routers and firewalls, TCP/IP Network Protocols, etc.), and computer security best practices.
    Ability to work with minimal guidance and effectively manage a medium size computer network.
    Extensive current version knowledge of systems including:
    Microsoft Windows Server;
    Microsoft Azure;
    Amazon AWS;
    Office 365 administration;
    Microsoft Active Directory management, including security management using Group Policy Objects;
    Hyper-V;
    Microsoft Exchange Server;
    PowerShell;
    Cloud+ and/or Cloud security.
    Information security administration, compliance; creating, testing and implementing business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
    Network security, wireless security, application security, infrastructure hardening and security baselines, web server, and database security.

    Key Competencies

    Customer Service (I am Customer Focused)

    Must be able to understand and anticipate business partner needs, obsessed about exceeding expectations with each customer interaction. Can liaise effectively with different internal teams and the ability to influence in driving the team and the pertinent departments towards processes and quality improvements.

    Administrative Knowledge (I am Competent)

    Must have experience in managing multiple deliverables and setting priorities among competing demands. Familiar with office procedures including filing, Documenting, preparing written communications and preparing reports with strong attention to details.

    Communication Skills

    Must have a strong command of English language, both in oral and written communications and must be able to convey and articulate opinions, cascade accurate information and technical work requirements in a manner that can be understood by all types of internal clients.

    Analytical Skill

    Must have a strong problem solving skill to get to get the root cause of issues and resolve them and must have solid organization skills with the ability to analyze data.

    Problem Sensitivity Aptitude

    Must have the ability to identify potential problems or setbacks, evaluate the situation and provide probable solution.
    Information Ordering Skill
    Must have the ability to organize thoughts critically and methodically when faced in unfamiliar problems, uncertainties, questions or dilemmas.

    Excellence (I am Quality Driven)

    Strive to excel, to stand out and to surpass the expectation of business partners, while listening to their needs and deliver on that by doing it right the first time.
    Always make himself abreast of self-learning and self enhancement to achieve the best potentials. Strives for excellence at work ensuring that things are properly done, if not beyond expectation. Being technically updated and apply innovations to job. Pro-actively suggests and shares opinion to co-employees and superior for the improvement of the team.

    Team Work (I am A Team Player)

    Works cohesively towards achieving common goals. Creates a positive working atmosphere and support teammates ability to maintain a pro-active attitude and cooperativeness in all company-related activities and undertakings. Ability to get the work done and do his fair share to work hard and meet objectives. Consistently follows through on commitment and takes initiative to make things happen.
    Professional Integrity (I am Ethical)
    Listens to the needs of the business and deliver by doing it right the first time. Demonstrates sound moral and ethical principles at work. Ability to live his values in relationship with co-employees, customers and superiors. Trustworthy and displays credibility by ‘walking the talk’ good enough to be able to display the core values of the company.

    Other:

    Ability to be on call and being available to work during off-shift hours as per the on-call schedule.
    Ability to travel to international locations in developing countries.

    FINANCIAL & OTHER JOB PARAMETERS:
    Experience with a variety of technologies and the ability and eagerness to stay up to date with industry developments is a must for the role.

  • Security Guards

    Security Guards

    We wish to recruit six interested and qualified persons to fill the positions of Security Guard and Guardettes in our security department. The persons will be responsible for the following roles;
    Responsibilities

    Welcome visitors entering the premises, as well as guard the entrance of the premises and screen visitors to ensure they do not enter the premises with prohibited items or weapons
    Monitor and control access at building entrances and vehicle gates
    Report rule infractions and violations to security foremen and supervisor.
    Prevent intruders from entering the premises or from straying to prohibited areas.
    Guard against theft and maintain security.
    Respond to security alarms and distress calls.
    Protect property and lives by patrolling the area.
    Serve as a reliever for other guards, guardettes and tea girls when they proceed on leave or off duty.
    Carry out other duties as deployed by Security Office.

    Job Qualifications

    Should have National Youth Service training
    Should have KCSE Certification
    Should have Integrity and Moral fitness
    Be at least 22-30 years of age

  • Finance Officer

    Finance Officer

    Project Profile:
    The Equitable Prosperity – Maendeleo Sawa (M-SAWA) project is a seven-year, $28.7 million initiative funded/implemented by MEDA (supporters, partners and investors) with funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) which will run from 2015 to 2022. The project aims to contribute to Kenya’s economic growth and increase job creation by improving the business performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and small entrepreneurs (SEs) in select counties along the Northern and LAPSSET Corridors in the following sectors: • Agriculture/agribusiness • Construction and allied industries • Extractives
    Position Summary
    The Finance Officer (FO) will assist the Finance Director in managing the day to day financial operations within the organization.
    Location and Duration: 1-year renewable contract. This position is based in Nairobi.
    Eligible candidates: Kenyan Nationals

    Duties and Responsibilities:
    Prepare and Processing of payment vouchers and cheque
    Maintain accurate records all the fixed assets / inventory monthly
    Review all staff travel advances & reimbursements.
    Review of procurement documents to ensure appropriate bidding, invoices, delivery notes before payment and recommend for payment once all support documents are in order.
    Prepare petty cash expenses and supporting documents for review, budget, reasonability and compliance; file, update and replenish petty cash. Verify petty cash expenses and support documents from all MEDA offices
    Review site offices petty cash expenses and supporting documents for approval, budget, reasonability and compliance; file, update and replenish petty cash.
    Assist in preparing the vehicle mileage analysis
    Assist in preparing financial reports.
    Assist with collecting financial information for the monthly, quarterly and annual budget
    Assist with the implementation of the audit plan & ensure all documents are in order
    Submit monthly financial retirement reports of advances allowed, with legitimate receipts and expense approvals.
    Support the finance team members when absent, as may be delegated from time to time in writing; performing reconciliations, reviewing internal finance documents, making internal control recommendations and closing matters as needed.
    Implementing internal controls & policies to comply with donor & GOK requirements
    Assist in sub-grantees management process; budget reviews, financial reporting, capacity assessment, capacity building, audit, funding and ensuring compliance to internal policies, Government of Kenya laws, MEDA and donor regulations.
    Any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Key Competencies required:
    Knowledge and Experience

    University degree in Accounting or business-related field.
    CPA certification-minimum CPA2 qualification
    At least 3 years of experience working at a similar role, preferably within a donor funded project/organization. Advanced use of MS office packages, and database management tools.
    Demonstrated experience working with different accounting software, and ability to learn quickly on the job.
    Communication: Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili

    Behavioral Strong interpersonal, communication, and teambuilding skills.Results and solution-oriented approaches that demonstrate integrity, accountability and commitmentAppreciation and support of MEDA’s faith, values, mission and purpose
    Conditions:Applications Must include: a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements for this position, your salary expectations for this role and an updated Résumé (3 pages max).

  • Finance and Grants Officer

    Finance and Grants Officer

    Project Profile:
    The Equitable Prosperity – Maendeleo Sawa (M-SAWA) project is a seven-year, $28.7 million initiative funded/implemented by MEDA (supporters, partners and investors) with funding from Global Affairs Canada (GAC) which will run from 2015 to 2022. The project aims to contribute to Kenya’s economic growth and increase job creation by improving the business performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and small entrepreneurs (SEs) in select counties along the Northern and LAPSSET Corridors in the following sectors: • Agriculture/agribusiness • Construction and allied industries • Extractives
    Job Summary:
    The Finance and Grants Officer (FGO) will assist the Finance Manager in developing accounting framework, internal controls and reporting framework on the funds allocated. With strong experience in financial management, audit and teamwork skills, the Finance and Grants officer will assess and train grantees on compliance, budgeting, best financial practices, donor reporting, and procurement.
    Location and Duration: 1-year renewable contract. This position is based in Nairobi, with occasional travel within the project target counties in Kenya.
    Eligible candidates: Kenyan Nationals
    Duties and Responsibilities:
    The FGO’s responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

    Conduct Financial analysis of Grant applicants audited financial records and providing assessment reports on the suitability of the applicant.
    Support existing grantees to ensure a strong compliance to MEDA internal policies, Donor regulations and Government of Kenya(GOK) laws.
    Evaluate grantee proposals (including budgets, assumptions and milestones); lead the setup, implementation and improvement of grant monitoring systems.
    Track grantee due diligence recommendations, to ensure proper project follow- up, implementation and closure in a timely manner.
    Identify non-compliant grantees, advise both the grantee and MEDA management on pre-emptive corrective actions.
    Design, review and present budget comparison reports for grantees as required each month.
    Review quarterly reports received from grantees and process subsequent cash advances to them. Manage advance requests and compare expenses to contracted amounts; ensuring costs are within the contracted budget.
    Upon completion of the grantee project, perform a closure audit, assess fixed assets needing disposition and recommend action.
    Internal financial Reporting. Preparing the monthly, quarterly and annual Financial reports ensuring that budgets are complied with and variances are promptly reported and/or corrected.
    Timely and accurate preparation and submission of the payroll.
    Support the audit process. Implementation of the Audit Plan ensuring all audit requirements are met and audit recommendations have been implemented.
    Budgeting- Prepare draft annual budgets as required.
    Assist in processing office payments, managing staff advances, reviewing petty cash expenses and supporting documents for approval, budget, reasonability and compliance.
    Internal Controls and risk management. Assist to identify and address risk areas and implement measures to minimize the risk of irregularities, based on corporate and regional compliance and audit standards for MEDA and the GOK rules and regulations.
    Any other tasks as may be assigned by the supervisor.

    Qualifications
    Key Competencies required:
    Knowledge and Experience:

    Desired: Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting or Finance or its equivalent. Master’s degree is an added advantage
    Certified Public Accountant with valid membership
    Minimum of 6 years’ experience in Finance field with at least 3yrs in Grants management
    Proven track record in evaluating and funding projects and Good understanding of the donor/grants compliance;
    Strong experience with international audit requirements
    Working knowledge of major donor funded operations, finance services and practices
    Excellent computer skills in Excel & ACCPAC software or other accounting software.
    Excellent oral and written communication in English and Swahili

    Behavioural:

    Exceptional interpersonal, communication, team-building and relationship building skills. 
    Highly analytical individual (process and interpret large amounts of data) who demonstrates a high degree of maturity and integrity
    Results and solution-oriented approaches that demonstrate integrity, accountability and commitment
    Demonstrated experience working in a complex environment
    Appreciation and support of MEDA’s faith, values, mission and purpose

  • ICT Infrastructure Engineer

    ICT Infrastructure Engineer

    Job description
    The ICT Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for installing, maintaining and upgrading network and computer systems while supporting and enhancing Winrock’s cyber security posture.
    This position also serves as an integrated member of the HQ ICT team involved with ICT support service delivery, as well as collaborating on ICT standards and strategies.
    In addition, this position will monitor and report key metrics regarding the status of Field office ICT health to the unit and will act as the primary interface between the ICT field activities and HQ ICT.
    MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Assists in the planning and implementation of additions and modifications to the supporting field infrastructure including the installation of server and networking hardware and operating systems software and other related software as required.
    Assists in the planning and implementation of network security as established by the corporate ICT department to ensure that system access to data is restricted to authorized staff.
    Troubleshoot complex application and system interactions to quickly resolve live-site and supportive system incidents.
    Works with field project teams to help design and implement internal systems that comply and integrate with the corporate Infrastructure enterprise architecture strategies.
    Assists with upgrades to the company’s telephone system at the field level.
    Reports field ICT infrastructure status concerning risks, issues, and anticipated projects to the Director, ICT Infrastructure Services & Chief Architect.
    Assists with overseeing the administration of the Winrock’s corporate infrastructure.
    Interacts with internal clients on all levels to help resolve ICT related issues and provides answers in a timely manner.
    Responsible for day-to-day monitoring, technical support and planning of all aspects of the network infrastructure (LAN/WAN/Wireless network) while ensuring ICT environment is secure.
    Evaluating network performance issues including availability, utilization, throughput and latency.
    Responsible for installation, configuration and testing of equipment.
    Ensuring adequate data protection measures are in place and that these are tested on a regular basis.
    Taking proactive steps to ensure an appropriate level of system availability and security.
    Risk and vulnerability assessment and risk mitigation analysis.
    Security Compliance reporting.
    Implementation of ICT security/network policies and procedures.
    Writing standard operating procedures (SOP).
    Establishing, managing and administering ICT security policy and procedures to ensure preventive and recovery strategies are in place and minimize the risk of internal and external security threats.

    OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Facilitates project startup by taking part in the IT equipment procurement process and provides setup configuration and maintenance management of network and servers.
    Facilitates project closeout by ensuring ICT Equipment Disposal Policy is being followed.
    Utilize the ICT Helpdesk trouble ticket system for recording all service requests, incidents, problems and resolutions. Maintain prompt and accurate records of end-user support activities and status.
    First-level support for general help-desk requests from staff and provide user-responsive technical support for institutional information, communications, and database systems. This includes an instruction to Winrock staff in the use of the standard suite of software products.
    Participate on off hours on-call duty rotation, be available on extended work hours in short notice, during weekends off business hours.
    Ability to physically perform operations related task such as lifting cartons of paper and other IT equipment’s which might weigh up to approximately 50 pounds.
    To be able to conduct end user training on various subject matters when needed. (e.g., New Hire Orientation, Field Project Orientation and Training).
    Liaises with Service Desk Analysts, internal subject matter experts, vendors, other providers of ICT services and ICT Management to ensure issues are rectified quickly, correctly, and efficiently.
    Maintains PC security systems to ensure that access to Winrock data is restricted to authorized staff.
    Manage and coordinate all equipment repairs, warranty issues, purchasing specifications in accordance with Winrock IT standards.
    Assist Winrock staff to understand their information system needs and provide solutions to meet those needs.
    Install, maintain and upgrade desktop computer hardware and software, and other related equipment for staff in a manner consistent with established Winrock standards.
    Other duties as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:

    Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field required, master’s degree preferred.
    Experience:5+ years providing ICT services at firms with multinational presence and greater than 1,000 employees required.

    Skills/Knowledge:

    System and network security
    LAN/WAN configuration (including routers and firewalls, TCP/IP Network Protocols, etc.), and computer security best practices.
    Ability to work with minimal guidance and effectively manage a medium size computer network.
    Extensive current version knowledge of systems including:
    Microsoft Windows Server;
    Microsoft Azure;
    Amazon AWS;
    Office 365 administration;
    Microsoft Active Directory management, including security management using Group Policy Objects;
    Hyper-V;
    Microsoft Exchange Server;
    PowerShell;
    Cloud+ and/or Cloud security.
    Information security administration, compliance; creating, testing and implementing business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
    Network security, wireless security, application security, infrastructure hardening and security baselines, web server, and database security.

    Key Competencies

    Customer Service (I am Customer Focused)

    Must be able to understand and anticipate business partner needs, obsessed about exceeding expectations with each customer interaction. Can liaise effectively with different internal teams and the ability to influence in driving the team and the pertinent departments towards processes and quality improvements.

    Administrative Knowledge (I am Competent)

    Must have experience in managing multiple deliverables and setting priorities among competing demands. Familiar with office procedures including filing, Documenting, preparing written communications and preparing reports with strong attention to details.

    Communication Skills

    Must have a strong command of English language, both in oral and written communications and must be able to convey and articulate opinions, cascade accurate information and technical work requirements in a manner that can be understood by all types of internal clients.

    Analytical Skill

    Must have a strong problem solving skill to get to get the root cause of issues and resolve them and must have solid organization skills with the ability to analyze data.

    Problem Sensitivity Aptitude

    Must have the ability to identify potential problems or setbacks, evaluate the situation and provide probable solution.
    Information Ordering Skill
    Must have the ability to organize thoughts critically and methodically when faced in unfamiliar problems, uncertainties, questions or dilemmas.

    Excellence (I am Quality Driven)

    Strive to excel, to stand out and to surpass the expectation of business partners, while listening to their needs and deliver on that by doing it right the first time.
    Always make himself abreast of self-learning and self enhancement to achieve the best potentials. Strives for excellence at work ensuring that things are properly done, if not beyond expectation. Being technically updated and apply innovations to job. Pro-actively suggests and shares opinion to co-employees and superior for the improvement of the team.

    Team Work (I am A Team Player)

    Works cohesively towards achieving common goals. Creates a positive working atmosphere and support teammates ability to maintain a pro-active attitude and cooperativeness in all company-related activities and undertakings. Ability to get the work done and do his fair share to work hard and meet objectives. Consistently follows through on commitment and takes initiative to make things happen.
    Professional Integrity (I am Ethical)
    Listens to the needs of the business and deliver by doing it right the first time. Demonstrates sound moral and ethical principles at work. Ability to live his values in relationship with co-employees, customers and superiors. Trustworthy and displays credibility by ‘walking the talk’ good enough to be able to display the core values of the company.

    Other:

    Ability to be on call and being available to work during off-shift hours as per the on-call schedule.
    Ability to travel to international locations in developing countries.

    FINANCIAL & OTHER JOB PARAMETERS:
    Experience with a variety of technologies and the ability and eagerness to stay up to date with industry developments is a must for the role.