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  • Head of Technical Services Declaration Officer Payroll/Plant Accountant

    Head of Technical Services Declaration Officer Payroll/Plant Accountant

    Job Summary
    The ideal Candidate shall have:

    Minimum Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field- Mechanical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Instrumentation/Automation Engineering
    Minimum 7years preferably in the Pharmaceutical industry.

    Responsibilities
    Description for the role, The Head of Technical Services :

    is responsible for the optimization of plant availability with regard to quality, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to schedules, and for the realization of technical projects;
    is responsible for the leadership of employees who are assigned to him under disciplinary and technical aspects according to the organizational chart. The leadership guidelines constitute the basis of the cooperation;
    together with the employees assigned to him, he plans and organizes and supports them in achieving targets and in the processing of tasks;
    is in charge of the implementation of compensation arrangements and single personnel measures following prior discussions and agreement with supervisor positions and Human Resources;
    ensures the qualification and competence of employees and promotes their further development (personnel development);
    takes personnel measures in agreement with Human Resources by complying with the regulations of labor legislation, social law and collective bargaining, especially the Works Council Constitution Act Kenya Labour Laws
    Set-up and continued further development of the Department “Technical Services / Engineering” and its employees;
    Continuous process optimization (machines/plant, production, plant logistics, services) for ensuring and supporting plant/machine availability

    The Major duties and competencies:      
    General:

    Ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) with the relevant national and international regulations governing production
    Directly informing the superior in case of exceptional deviations (quality, time, costs)
    Ensuring Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) requirements at workstation at all times.

    Resource Management:

    Ensuring availability of adequate qualified, trained and competent personnel in the Maintenance departmen
    Leadership and further development of the employees of the Technical Services Department according to GMP and legal requirements.
    Appraise the performance of employees s/he is in charge of and establish feedback processes.
    Ensuring and optimizing the technical and qualitative availability of machines, facilities, rooms, media, and systems.

    Technical Service and Maintenance and Repair:

    Technical on-site maintenance servicing of all production, logistics, and safes/strongbox systems
    Ensuring and optimizing the technical and qualitative availability of machines, facilities, rooms, media, and systems.
    Projecting, change management and ensuring and optimizing control systems and the IT infrastructure in the plant.
    Initiating, leading, supporting and implementing optimization projects (quality, time, costs)
    Organizing the technical department for the further development and provision of service functions as well as realizing technical projects.
    Occasional technological counseling of other B. Braun sites and supporting them through the transfer of know-how.
    Planning, coordinating, implementing, maintaining and documenting of the inspection, measuring and test equipment management.
    Planning, coordinating, implementing, monitoring, updating and documenting of maintenance and repair activities (preventive, predictive, unplanned)
    Ensuring smooth processes and works at interfaces in the routine as well as with stakeholders.
    Assessing technical issues in accordance with relevant framework requirements.
    Ensuring optimal spare part and expendable part availability.
    Leading and coordinating the works during company holidays

    Projects:

    Planning, constructing and commissioning of pharmaceutical production facilities and production facility equipment for our production plant.
    Project planning in accordance with applicable national and international norms, rules and regulations as amended from time to time.
    Holistic management of investments projects for the manufacture of Sterile Products.
    Standardizing,  maintaining and safeguarding of the available specific technological know-how in our production plant.
    Maintaining contacts with suppliers.
    Active participation in the qualification of suppliers
    Leading of project staff.

    Obligations

    Ensuring/ observing the “Code of Conduct” compliance regulations.
    In agreement with the supervisor, ensuring/ observing the organizational guidelines which are of relevance to the function and the scope of duties.
    Ensuring/Observing the operational and legal working time regulations
    The job holder shall see to it that he/she, in the context of his function and area of responsibility, can be easily reached externally and internally, i.e. by customers and employees. This means that he/she in case of his/her absence has to make sure to be substituted and that available means of communication shall be applied accordingly.

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  • Business Development Manager (SME & Coporate Lending)

    Business Development Manager (SME & Coporate Lending)

    Sector: SMEs & Corporate
    Client/Role Summary:
    Our Client , a salary advance provider is currently looking for a Business Development Manager with experience in selling SME & Corporate Loan Products with existing networks in SME & Corporate Circles to engage. As well as signing up and maintaining contact with new clients and also optimizing the relationships with current clients to increase the lending revenue.
     Duties & Responsibilities:

    Aid in credit appraisal of new and existing customers.
    Implementing the Business Development Strategy and plans for the assigned portfolio.
    Signing up of new clients and optimizing relationships with existing customers.
    Analyze potential loan markets and develop referral networks in order to locate prospects for advances.
    Paying visits to potential and existing clients for the purpose of granting advances.
    Conduct business intelligence from time to time to see what the competition is up to and how we can get an edge over them.
    Preparing financial reports by ensuring all advances are being serviced as they should.
    Collect advances and maintain good quality in terms of advance accounts in arrears.
    Conduct client education on the new products features and requirements.
    Any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the management that are appropriate to the position.

    Requirements/Qualifications:

    Degree/Diploma in Sales and Marketing or business related filed
    5+ years of experience in similar role similar position in a lending institution such as Sacco, microfinance or bank.
    Has previous experience at selling SME and corporate loan products in a Non Deposit taking lending institution.
    Should have existing and proven strong networks in SME and corporate circles that you can leverage to bring new business to the company.
    Must have a clear understanding of aspects of credit administration, loan book (portfolio management), customer acquisition, and crisis management and risk management.
    Must have a clear understanding of the lending cycle.
    Good Presentation and Communications skills.
    Flexible and willing to work in a startup environment.

  • Head of Investigations

    Head of Investigations

    We are looking for a motivated and qualified professional to fill the position of Head of Investigations.
    Overall Purpose of the Job: The Head of Investigations is responsible for managing and providing leadership to the Investigations department, ensuring that all investigative systems and reporting are conducted and delivered in an accurate and timely manner.
    Key Roles and Responsibilities
    Management and coordination

    Assist the Managing Director in his/her supervisory, managerial and co-ordination of duties in the investigation Departments.
    Supervise and co-ordinate the staff and activities of the investigation Departments and ensuring that the highest quality of service is rendered to the company and the staffs comply with the company policies and guidelines.
    Conduct objective, fair, thorough, unbiased and timely investigations into allegations of fraud, waste or abuse committed by clients against our company
    Road traffic accident investigation and reconstruction with the objective of establishing the correct position on liability and reducing the incidences of fraud or manipulation of data.
    Initiate and maintain excellent relationships with police, law enforcement agencies and any other institutions involved in the provision of claim documents.
    Ensures that all relevant evidence to defend the Company’s position is obtained.
    Conduct objective and timely investigations into allegations of fraud as well as implement strategies to enable early fraud detection
    Review and analyze various accident and claim patterns and create investigation strategies on this basis.
    Ensure investigation department meets its objectives in accordance with company strategy.
    Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of criminal and civil law and disseminate any relevant changes in law or procedure as appropriate.
    Improve investigation capabilities the existing team.
    Ensure high quality and accuracy of investigation reports.
    Review and research evidence/documents to analyse the overall fact pattern of claim and synthesize data into a professional report with recommendations
    Manage and co-ordinate Assessment of the accident vehicle within 48 hours by the internal assessors.
    Prepare and coordinate field assignments to obtain relevant evidence and information.
    Coordinate with internal legal team to provide deposition strategies.
    Participate in the recruitment and training of quality members of staff in the Investigation departments and ensure that effective succession plan is in place within the department.
    Audit the quality of investigations reports, ensure accuracy of the content obtained therein is sufficient and can be relied in court.
    Creating and maintaining good and professional relationships between the company and the police and other important sources of investigation information.
    Formulate and implement strategies to enable early fraud detection and ensure that the fraudulent claims are effectively addressed within the company’s policies and Guidelines and providing effective guidance towards a successful defence in court.
    Facilitate the procurement of relevant documentary evidence and witnesses required for court attendance at least fourteen (14) days before the court hearing date.
    Manage the investigation administrators and ensure all instructions issued by claims and legal department, law firm are received and forwarded to the relevant investigators within 24hrs.
    To ensure that the progress report on outstanding instructions is constantly updated daily and correct data is posted on the system.
    To follow up on outstanding investigation instructions and ensure that reports are submitted at least 2 weeks before the hearing date.
    To approve facilitation fees/transport/per Diem and accommodation for both medical and investigation department.
    Carry out Investigations and reconstruction of Major accidents. To also assist investigators where issues have been escalated to your attention by Regional Managers/Claims Director/Managing Director.
    To ensure Morning call up by investigators is done every morning and Daily accident report.
    Ensure all incidents that occurred in a given day is compiled and forwarded at end of each day. Information should be obtained from any other sources i.e. Hospitals, Vigilance House.

    Reports

    Oversee preparation of any necessary reports that may be required by the Claims and/or Managing Director on the Investigation Departments.
    Oversee preparation of weekly/monthly performance reports of the Departmental staff.

    General Duties

    Review of investigations IT system and workflow and making recommendations on modification.
    Co-ordinate and oversee relevant training.
    Promote, develop and extend the business of the company and at all times and in all respects conform to and comply with the proper and Reasonable directions and regulations of the board and/or Management.
    Any other responsibilities that will be communicated from time to time.

    Person Specifications
    Academic Qualifications

    Master’s degree preferably MBA will be an added advantage
    University degree in Criminology & Security Studies, Forensic Audit or equivalent from an institution recognized by Commission for Higher Education

    Experience

    MUST have at least eight (8) years relevant working experience preferably in the insurance industry, five (5) of which must be at senior management level.
    Excellent knowledge and understanding of contemporary investigative practices and reporting
    Department strategy formulation and execution
    Crime Scene Management
    Supervisory and leadership skills managing team/department performance and staff

    Skills and Attributes

    High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
    High integrity and ethical level; Able to maintain utmost confidentiality of information in their possession
    Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and presentation skills
    Self-motivated, confident and outgoing personality
    Have great attention to detail and able to get things done to completion

  • Presales Network Engineer

    Presales Network Engineer

    Reporting To: Consultant Collaboration
    Job description
    The job holder is responsible for supporting the sales teams by assisting the senior solution architect in designing of network solutions in line with clients’ requirements.
    Responsibilities

    Works with all OEM related online tools for online configurations (for creation of Solution Bill of Materials), opportunity logging, Promotions & Programs, Specialization/ Certification trackers and Partner Plus portals
    Liaise with Sales & Presales teams in quotes and reports creations on weekly basis
    Scheduling & communicating training details to sales/ presales teams
    Identify and recommend solutions appropriate to customers’ needs and responsible for ensuring feasibility of solutions offered through detailed diagnosis of customer requirements; initially small requirements and progresses with experience
    Provide ordering support to Support chain through the use of appropriate OEM online tools
    Carry out initial customer installations and integrations of specific solutions to include;
    Scoping of customer requirements
    Investigating integration for third parties
    Producing technical design documents
    Installation and configuration of solutions
    Communicate with implementation Support teams on SOW
    Be part of the implementation/ support teams on SOW
    Constant learning to keep abreast of Emerging Technologies within the Networking space.
    Technical presentation and communication of existing and emerging solutions to customers and internal teams.
    Keep excellent working relationships with various OEMs
    Proactively or as advised attend internal and external training events to develop relevant knowledge and skills
    Take ownership of problems through to effective resolution; develops initiatives to resolve
    Provide support to regional offices in terms of quotations, tenders, technical proposals and opportunity locking with vendor

    Qualifications

    Diploma in IT. (Degree preferred)
    CCNA/CCDA
    One year (1) technical experience

  • Executive Director -Akili Dada

    Executive Director -Akili Dada

    We seek to hire an Executive Director to continue carrying the vision of Akili Dada and significantly accelerate the goal of having more African women leaders in key decision-making spaces across sectors. The Executive Director will help guide a powerful team of staff dedicated to serving girls and young women from underserved backgrounds. In addition, they will find and access new sources of funding to grow the organization. Externally, this leader will advance the profile and influence of Akili Dada by promoting girls and young women as experts in their issues and in the various spaces they occupy.
    The Executive Director will be responsible for the overall success of Akili Dada including managing and executing both internal and external aspects of the organization.
    The Executive Director’s key responsibilities include:

    Refine and ensure high quality delivery of Akili Dada programs.
    Manage the engagement of the Board and other governance structures to ensure regular communication and feedback with the Board.
    Inspire and manage a high performing, value-driven team devoted to Akili Dada’s mission.
    Ensure a robust learning, monitoring and evaluation system that allows for deep learning for the organization.
    Manage relationships with other NGOs and other stakeholders to foster partnership and collaboration.
    Design creative ways to elevate the visibility of the organization to various audiences.
    Provide key leadership for a fundraising plan towards organizational sustainability.
    Position the organization as a thought leader for learning about and support for girls and young women.

    Candidate Profile
    Akili Dada seeks a fierce feminist leader who is innovative, dedicated and passionate about African women Leadership.
    The successful candidate will bring a passion for girls and young women’s rights, an understanding of our wider policy and operational context and a drive for organizational excellence. The candidate should have a deep
    understanding of the ecosystem including girl centered programming, the social enterprise sector and feminist movement building and advocacy.
    The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal and relationship building skills. The candidate will have the ability to create and execute organizational strategy including fundraising, branding, financial management and offer oversight for program implementation. Additionally, the candidate’s background will demonstrate a commitment to learning, assessment of programs and a passion for advancing the well being of girls and young women. Personal lived experiences that have informed the candidate’s journey so far are an added advantage.
    The successful candidate will ideally:

    Be a self-identified feminist who is passionate about girls and young women.
    Possess experience in senior leadership, including demonstrated ability to manage and grow an organization, program or initiative focused on girls and women’s rights.
    Have a proven record in guiding a diverse set of stakeholders, Board and experience working with donors.
    Exhibit deep program knowledge and expertise in, and passion for, issues related to the promotion of girls ‘and young women rights.
    Have a passion for supporting movement building and advocacy, which centers on girls and young women.
    Have the ability to creatively design and oversee implementation of multiple strategies for girl-centered programming.
    Demonstrate a good understanding of organizational development; including programs management, Monitoring &Evaluation, developing teams and fundraising.
    Have a proven fundraising track record, including cultivating diverse short- and long-term donor relationships.
    Possess exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
    Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to facilitate processes and build consensus.
    Have strong team building experience and the ability to both foster a positive internal culture and collaborate with a diverse audience across the globe.
    Be curious and articulate with an enthusiasm for the role of
    spokesperson and a willingness to pitch in on specific program related tasks.
    Demonstrate passion combined with empathy, humility and sense of humor always a plus.
    Have lived experiences that resonate with the Akili Dada’s target audience.

    The role and responsibility of the successful candidate/leader

    Strategy Setting

    The ability to drive strategy and articulate an inspiring vision for Akili Dada both internally and externally.
    An innovative and creative mindset to developing new ideas that will stretch the organization and push the boundaries of keeping girls and young women at the Centre of our work.
    The ability to create realistic goals and implementation plans that are achievable and successful.
    Being alive and responsive to context and trends in girls and women movements and involving the organization in the various processes that exist or arise.
    A knack for using data to inform decision making on Akili Dada programming and engagement with various stakeholders.

    Executing for Results

    The ability to set clear and challenging goals for continuous improvement of the organization.
    The ability to adapt nimbly and lead others through intricate situations.
    A leader with high degree of integrity and foresight in their approach to making decisions.
    The ability to act in an accountable, transparent and consistent manner while always considering what is best for Akili Dada and her constituents.
    The ability to manage a large budget with multiple funders.
    The ability to fundraise and friend raise for the furtherance of the organization’s mission.

    Team Leadership

    Ability to manage performance by attracting and recruiting talent, motivating the team, including direct and indirect reports.
    Ability to delegate effectively, celebrate diversity within
    the team and widely viewed as a strong developer of others.
    Ability to cultivate followership and exhibit a steadfast resolve and relentless commitment to higher standards
    A leader who is self- aware; leads by example and drives the organization’s performance with an attitude of continuous improvement by being open to feedback and self-improvement.

    Influence and Relationships

    Builds strong relationships with others.
    Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly and compellingly.
    An ability to inspire trust in others, is charismatic and passionate in their beliefs.
    Shares the spotlight and visibly celebrates and supports the success of the team.
    Keeps the organization mission and vision front and center while nurturing followership beyond individual personality.

  • Managing Trustee

    Managing Trustee

    The Fund is seeking to competitively recruit for the position of a Managing Trustee who will also serve as Chief Executive Officer. Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Managing Trustee will be responsible for implementing PCF’s Strategic Plans and policies as approved by the Board.
    The successful candidate will be engaged on a three (3) years renewable Contract.
    A detailed job profile can be accessed HERE
    Application
    Suitably qualified and experienced individuals should submit applications enclosing a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of relevant academic and professional certificates/testimonials. The CV must at the minimum provide details of  the applicant’s email address, day-time mobile telephone numbers, details of current employer, current remuneration and names and contacts of three (3) referees familiar with the applicant’s professional background and experience.
    Applications must also be accompanied with copies of the following valid documents:

    Tax compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
    Clearance Certificate from Higher Educations Loans Board;
    Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
    Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations; 
    Clearance from an approved Credit Reference Bureau;
    National Identity Card.

    Applicants are also notified that shortlisted candidates may have to undergo both psychometric assessment testing and necessary integrity background checks with relevant law enforcement institutions.

  • Full Stack Developer

    Full Stack Developer

    WHO YOU ARE
     
    We are looking for someone who is experienced in software development and is passionate about technology to join our very talented team of developers in taking our powerful platform to the next level.

    We’re looking for a full stack engineer, experienced in both front- and back-end work. As a minimum, we expect you will be proficient in:

    Java or another object-oriented, statically-typed programming language
    Javascript, HTML and CSS
    At least one modern MVC web application framework

    We don’t expect everyone to know all the tools we use from the get-go, but it would be very convenient to both of us if you are proficient in, or at least excited to learn:

    Groovy and the Grails framework
    Server-side Javascript with NodeJS
    Amazon Web Services
    Android development
    Kanban, Scrum and related Agile processes

    You will be part of the development team based in our Nairobi office and report directly to the CTO. You will be involved in both taking lead and being part of weekly backlog grooming sessions, picking up tickets waiting for development on the Kanban board, performing quality assurance and code review of tickets worked on by developers in the team and comprehensively noting down findings in our issue tracking software – Jira. 
    We are very big on teamwork and communication is therefore of the essence.
    THE THINGS YOU’LL DO
    Our platform primarily runs on the Grails framework and uses the Groovy programming language. It runs on a SaaS model – hosted on Amazon Web Services. As an instrumental part of the development team, your duties will involve the following:

    Proactively take part in supporting the platform – as well as its users, and in the identification and development of new features.
    Platform improvement by logging any issues and/or bugs found during development.
    Occasionally take lead in our rotational sprint-deployment process.
    Actively take part in our process-improvement exercises by logging retro-points to our retrospective board.
    Mentor new employees and apprentices in the development team.
    Occasionally take lead in technical documentation, regularly updating existing ones.
    Learn, support and build onto our existing DevOps technologies and processes.
    Actively participate in communications on Slack.

    THE THINGS WE’LL LIKE ABOUT YOU
    You’ll be well-rounded and experienced in all things development, communication, small team and proactive working.  Specifically we’re thinking:

    You’re a model team player – You like to ask questions, as well as answer them with the knowledge that this will ultimately contribute to the team’s success.
    You are curious and innovative – as part of the culture, we have end-of-sprint 10% days to encourage our development team to work on their ideas and innovations outside of the sprint work.
    You are open and willing to learn – our platform is powerful and complex as it has undergone years of development to constantly improve it. It is therefore a requisite for any new team member to spend time learning it.

  • Child Protection Expert Resettlement Expert

    Child Protection Expert Resettlement Expert

    Description
    Main Purpose of the Position
     
    As part of the UNHCR-RefugePoint Collaboration Project, the Child Protection Expert (hereinafter “Expert”) provides direct support to UNHCR through temporary deployments to UNHCR offices throughout Africa. Assigned to one or more specific duty station(s) over the course of the contract, the Expert is considered an “Expert on Mission” to UNHCR tasked with enhancing local refugee child protection capacity, in particular as it relates to Best Interests Assessments (BIAs) and Best Interests Determinations (BIDs). On most assignments, the Expert’s core responsibility is to provide direct casework support to UNHCR by conducting BIDs/BIAs for Unaccompanied and Separated Children (UASC). Depending on the needs of the assigned duty station(s), the Expert may also assist in child protection case management activities and capacity building through training, mentoring, and other activities such as monitoring and evaluating existing child protection systems. In addition, the Expert contributes to the logistical planning and execution of child protection deployments and maintains regular operational and administrative communication with RefugePoint’s Nairobi and Headquarters offices during all stages of deployments.

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  • Electrical Maintenance Officer Mechanical Maintenance Officer

    Electrical Maintenance Officer Mechanical Maintenance Officer

    Overall Job Purpose
    To optimize equipment & utilities through maintenance techniques. To increase the availability & reliability of equipment.
    Key Deliverables for this Position

    Preventive & Breakdown maintenance of injection/blow moulding machines & utilities.
    Inventory / Spare Part management
     Erection & commissioning of equipments
    Continual Improvements / TPM implementation
    Energy Conservation projects/ Cost saving projects
     Innovative practices
    Policy/Procedure Implementation

    Responsibilities

    Should have hands on experience in injection moulding / blow moulding machine maintenance & utility equipment.
    Should have good knowledge of Electrical & Electronic Systems, Hydraulics, Pneumatics & Mechanical systems and able to troubleshoot electrical & electronic problems of injection moulding machines & utilities.
    Should be well conservent with PLC programming, electronic card basic troubleshooting. Must be able to develop relay logic circuits.
    Plan & carry out preventive maintenance of main transformers, LT panels & DG sets with thorough knowledge of electrical design, cable & switchgear ratings while Preparing & maintaining electrical SLD revision control throughout the plant.
    Prepare & maintain minimum stock level of critical spares. Maintain inventory level as per standard the candidate should be able to handle installation, erection & commissioning of new/upgrading projects.
    Assist with the enforcement of Quality System policies and procedures, while supporting continuous improvement efforts and Sets priorities to ensure performance targets (KPI’s) are met. Coordinate with the team to achieve performance targets.
    Strives to identify and eliminate waste. Utilizes visual management tools and techniques to promote best practice and minimize downtime with Energy Conservation Management
    Ensures the electrical team is well-organized and staffed to provide timely response to a down equipment while Working closely with Production and Quality and their respective teams to drive improvement in product and process particularly leading the effort to improve machine performance as it relates to part quality and production throughput.

    Qualifications

    Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering -Electrical Option.
    Minimum 1 year in the field of injection moulding machine & Utility maintenance.

    FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL  SKILLS

    Should be well versed with TPM implementation, Kaizen.
    Should have worked with ERP system / SAP system
    Should be able to prepare MIS report for Maintenance
    Should be competitive in MS-Office & Internet application
    Should have strong interpersonal, communication & good analytical skills
    Equipment: Blow & Injection moulding equipments and Utilities namely Netstal, Ferromatik Milacron, Engel, Husky, Kautex, Atlas Copco, Piovan Chillers, HT Transformers, UPS

    PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

    Ability to cope with pressure
    Personal ownership and accountability
    Energized, positive, passionate and confident.
    Flexible – Must be willing to work a flexible schedule based on business needs which include evenings, weekends and holidays.

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  • Finance Manager – Country Office

    Finance Manager – Country Office

    JOB SUMMARY & PURPOSE:
    The Finance Manager (FM) is responsible for all aspects of accounting and financial reporting, cash management, controllership and the budgeting functions of the Country Office. The FM provides training and coaching to Country Office finance staff as they assume more responsibilities. The FM ensures that projects and programs receive quality financial services required in a timely manner. The FM ensures that financial systems are in place and that senior managers enforce compliance with these systems and that financial risks are mitigated.
    The FM is overall responsible and accountable for the day to day financial operations, implementation, monitoring and developing financial policies at CARE International in Kenya. The FM is responsible for the finance department planning, staff management and supervision. The FM is responsible for the Country Office budget compilation and monitoring, auditing and is the CARE Canada/CARE International liaison on financial matters. The FM provides technical assistance, standardization and quality control to sub-offices and direct support to Sector and Project Managers for national projects.
    Tasks and Responsibilities.
    R 1:
    Task
    Responsible for the overall Country Office financial policy development, monitoring and evaluation.

    Develop and implement CARE International in Kenya financial policies and procedures in compliance with donor rules and regulation, accounting principles and in liaison with CARE Canada and CARE International standards.
    Monitor the implementation of financial policies in CARE International in Kenya, evaluate and review CARE International in Kenya financial policies and procedures
    Ensures Country Office compliance with CARE’s accounting policy vis-à-vis fund accounting in line with CARE’s financial manual and generally accepted accounting principles.

    R 2:
    Task
    Overall responsible for the preparation and monitoring of mission budgets and financial reporting. Oversee and accountable for donor reporting schedules ensuring that they are met in an accurate and timely manner. Monitor and advice project unit managers regarding the expenditure status of their budgets.

    Prepare and monitor mission budgets
    Supervises the preparation and submission of the Mission budgets by line managers and finance staff, to ensure that budgets reflect Mission needs and CARE Canada (CC) budgetary requirements
    Supervise the preparation to include auditing/reviewing of the monthly financial report and coordination of all financial reports to be submitted to HQ (CARE Canada).
    Supervise donor reports preparation and ensure submission in a timely manner.
    Supervise monthly expenditure statement preparation and ensure submission to the program team in a timely manner
    Analyze and track Shared Project Cost spending and ensure full allocation for cost coverage.

    R3:
    Task
    Overall liaison for financial matters.

    Provides liaison with other departments, sub-offices, CARE Canada and other CARE International missions to provide information, guidance, address issues, and to ensure adherence to CARE International Country Office financial requirements, standards and procedures.
    Respond on all financial correspondence from CARE Canada and CARE International members and other CARE missions.
    Oversee the Country Office’s bank liaisons.
    Financial liaison with Government of Kenya and negotiate on financial compliance requirements.

    R4:
    Task
    Responsible for the Treasury management.

    Monitor cash flow and ensure adequate cash flow to meet the Country Office’s financial obligations.
    Monitoring and mitigate impact of exchange rate fluctuations.
    Review Bank Reconciliations and resolve unreconciled transactions.
    Ensure compliance to Taxation requirements in line with the Kenyan Tax laws.
    Review advances requests and subsequent liquidation accounting including sub grants to Implementing Partners.
    Maintaining a updated Authorized Signatory Forms (ASF)

    R5:
    Task
    Responsible for advising the Country Office on financial matters.

    Interpretation of the Kenyan Financial Laws. Keep track of the development and change of Kenyan Financial laws.
    Provide financial advice and information to the Country Office and project management.
    Ensure contract compliance to legal statutory compliance requirements.
    Finance Staff: Coordination in the application of CARE reporting standards with accounting systems; assistance in solving day-to-day problems
    5. Provide Management reports and present to the Senior Management Team and to the Head Quarters.

    R6:
    Task
    Responsible for Finance department planning, staffing, organization and development:

    Provides overall management of the Finance staff to ensure that projects are provided with timely financial services to enable their optimum and most efficient utilization.
    Supervise the Dadaab Sub Office Finance & Administration Manager, Budgets & Grants Coordinator, Finance Officers at the Head Office and the Sub Offices.
    Provide direction in the process of planning (including budgets) and prioritization of activities for the finance department.
    Conduct Annual and mid-year appraisals for Finance Department Staff identifying competent performers in order to build up their capacities to take on higher positions for their career growth.
    Provide leadership, guidance, mentoring and identify training opportunities for personal and professional development to the Finance Staff.
    Maintain a positive participatory work environment where information is shared, inputs are considered and a healthy team spirit thrives. Initiate and encourage inter-sectoral mission wide information sharing and corporation.

    R7:
    Task
    Review or approve as appropriate Mission statements, staff payroll, financial reports, adjusting journal entries and cash receipts within the authorized limits.
    R8:
    Task
    Facilitate internal and external financial audits and ensure implementation of resulting audit recommendation.