Job Field: Sector in Finance / Accounting / Audit , Project Management

Project Manager

Responsibilities:

Manage medium-scale, medium-complexity projects.
Define project scope, goals, and deliverables; create detailed plans and communication strategies.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets and resource allocation.
Track project progress, adjusting plans as needed to meet deadlines.
Ensure project outputs meet quality standards through reviews and audits.
Engage with stakeholders, manage expectations, and provide regular updates.
Resolve project issues, manage scope changes, and implement corrective actions.
Track performance metrics and prepare status reports for stakeholders.
Lead and coordinate the project team, fostering a collaborative environment
Identify and implement process improvements and best practices.
Provide guidance and support to junior colleagues, addressing issues and optimizing team processes.
Participate in peer reviews and provide constructive feedback

Requirements
Competencies:

Risk Management: Identify and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Change Management: Support and manage change initiatives effectively.
Service Level Management: Ensure adherence to service levels and quality standards
Continuity Management: Contribute to continuity planning and risk assessments.
Stakeholder Management: Develop engagement plans and maintain stakeholder satisfaction.
Problem Solving & Decision Making: Analyze problems, develop solutions, and make informed decisions.
Project Management: Oversee project planning, execution, and delivery.
Communication: Deliver clear and effective verbal and written communication.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Foster a collaborative environment and support team dynamics.
Strategic Thinking: Contribute to and align with project and team strategies

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in project management or a related role.
Proficiency with project management software and tools.
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

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November 5, 2024
Investment Manager, Energy Access & Efficiency

Team and role overview

BII actively invests to promote energy access in line with SDG 7 and climate action in line with SDG 13 through decentralised energy and resource efficiency (e.g., energy and water) solutions. BII’s Energy Access and Efficiency (EAE) team is part of BII’s broader Infrastructure and Climate Group (ICG), which also includes equity, project finance and intermediated investment teams.
The EAE team provides debt products to businesses that deliver decentralized renewable energy (DRE) such as solar home systems, commercial and industrial (C&I) solar installations and mini-grids. The team also lends to promote innovative resource efficiency solutions that substitute fossil fuels with renewable sources of power generation, enable energy efficiency, including through electric vehicle adoption, clean cooking solutions as well as water conservation. The EAE team can provide direct lending or indirect lending solutions through guarantee structures to catalyse commercial bank lending or investments in dedicated debt funds, including in local currency.
In addition to investing in catalytic transactions, the EAE team supports sector sustainability by partnering with likeminded stakeholders to promote industry-wide initiatives, disseminating knowledge through innovative research and analysis and speaking at conferences and other industry fora.
The EAE team is also the focal point for Kinetic transactions for the Infrastructure and Climate vertical and manages the £ 240m FCDO Climate Innovation Facility (CIF). The primary objective of the funding is to seed innovative business models and/or investment vehicles in nascent markets to support the viability of more inclusive and sustainable economies by using concessional capital in blended structures (i.e., in the form of grants or sub-commercial financing terms). For these more innovative investments and technologies – particularly in nascent climate-related markets – concessional capital is crucial to addressing the higher risks and costs faced by first movers to crowd-in private capital and deliver transformative outcomes. The EAE team’s Kinetic responsibilities include: 1) providing strategic oversight for CIF across BII, including but not limited to setting portfolio construction objectives, pipeline prioritization and monitoring and deployment of capital in line with strategy; and 2) supporting the execution of Kinetic transactions across ICG in collaboration with investment teams.
The EAE team is currently composed of eight professionals and plans to grow to further in the near term. The Head of Energy Access and Efficiency (the “Team Head”) leads the team

Purpose

The Investment Manager (the “Manager”) will be part of the EAE team and will play a key role in expanding BII’s capacity to deliver high-quality, impactful debt investments in the energy access and resource efficiency space with a focus on Kenya and east Africa.
The Manager will be expected to lead and coordinate transaction work (i.e., deal selection, due diligence, structuring, negotiation, monitoring) and manage internal deal teams as well as external relationships with clients, other lenders, advisors, etc. In addition, the Manager will also provide some support to the broader Infrastructure and Climate Group on projects in Kenya and east Africa as well as the BII Nairobi office.
New business: Identification of new lending opportunities by developing and maintaining a network of relevant contacts, including with companies, other investors, advisors, etc.; Participation in conferences and other industry fora to provide visibility to BII across the sector. The Manager’s work will focus on deals where the potential investee is either based out of Kenya or/and has operations in Kenya or the broader East Africa region. Maintain and build new relationships with core partners in the sector based in Nairobi, including like-minded investors, advisors and local consultants.
Evaluation and execution of new investment opportunities: Filter and prioritize new investment proposals according to the EAE mandate and strategy; Lead deal evaluation and execution, taking responsibility for coordinating internal teams and managing external stakeholders; Coordinate the due diligence process, including analysis of sector/market, competitive and macroeconomic trends, company business models and operational plans, financial statements and projections including reviewing and/or building financial models, assessment of key credit risks and potential mitigation strategies; Structure and negotiate key transaction terms; Produce and present investment proposals for the Investment Committee; Review and negotiate key legal documents (term sheets, loan agreements, etc.) in collaboration with BII’s internal legal team and external legal advisors; Coordinate closing and disbursement processes. The primary focus will be on EAE transactions, but the Manager may also support CIF transactions as well.
Portfolio management: Closely monitor the portfolio of existing loans; Review company reports and financials; Analyse and process requests for waivers and amendments; Monitor compliance with covenants; Identify potential credit issues related to the company, sector or country; Prepare and present monitoring reports for internal reviews.
Other: Support other Infrastructure and Climate Group investment teams with origination, execution and/or portfolio management (10-20% of workload); Lead ad hoc strategy or sector research and analytical work with a focus on Kenya and east Africa; Mentor and develop more junior team members. Contribute to the work of the Nairobi office as needed.

The candidate
Background, skills, aptitude

Significant work experience in a relevant debt investment / lending setting (e.g., bank, fund, DFI).
Previous experience leading deal teams.
Experience of all aspects of the deal cycle from originating, through execution and transaction to portfolio management.
Significant experience in the renewable energy, decentralized energy (e.g., solar home systems, C&I solar, mini-grids) and/or energy efficiency sectors, and knowledge of the market, business models, etc.
Experience working in Kenya and east Africa; knowledge of other African markets would be an advantage.
University degree in a relevant field (e.g., economics, finance, corporate finance, accounting). A Masters in a similar field, CFA, ACA or MBA would be an advantage.
Experience in receivables financing, risk sharing/guarantee structures and/or local currency lending would also be a significant advantage.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyse company financial statements and reports, sector data, country context, etc.
Credit skills and ability to identify key risks and make sound commercial judgements.
Excellent financial modelling and Excel skills.
Good business communication and presentation skills.
Outstanding writing and document production skills in Word and PowerPoint.
Strong understanding of typical debt structures and terms.
Relationship building and interpersonal skills, effective at building and maintaining relationships with relevant external contacts, as well as internally across different teams.
Ability to work on multiple opportunities in parallel while meeting deadlines and managing time effectively.
An active interest in investing in developing markets and understanding of emerging market environments, with a willingness to travel to the countries in which BII invests.
Foreign language skills, particularly those spoken in BII’s geographies would be an additional advantage.
Candidates should be strongly motivated by BII’s development mission and ideally demonstrate some commitment to development or social goals through previous executive or non-executive activity.

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November 5, 2024
Senior Manager, Environmental and Social Management Systems (Group Support) Sales Manager-Personal Banking Manager – Climate and ESG Risk Management

Purpose:
The job role entails providing oversight in managing and mitigating the Bank’s risk exposures (i.e., credit risk, liability risk, reputational risk among others) through its customers activities in the lending processes, by ensuring that they are operating in accordance with environmental regulations, guidelines and targets across the supply chain and operations. The role entails carrying out due diligence review and environmental & social risk assessments, identifying risks & opportunities and ensuring that necessary systems are in place to mitigate E&S risks when on boarding customers. It also involves continuous monitoring of clients’ activities and systems for further improvements to ensure the corrective action plans are being implemented and risks mitigated.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Portfolio Growth & Harmonizing E&S Practices

The increased E&S portfolio represents significant exposure to environmental and social risks from the Bank’s lending activities, particularly for category A and B clients. This demands a close collaboration between the Business and Credit teams and conducting independent onsite visits.
Portfolio diversification further highlights needs to extend E&S risk monitoring and management to new sectors such as SME, and Agri-lending by developing fit-for purposes due diligence, monitoring and reporting tools. This will require regular engagement with product development team, as well as credit and relationship managers to ensure E&S considerations are effected throughout the investment cycle. Therefore, the E&S Manager is expected to.

Implement and integrate of ESMS and as subject matter expertise provide technical support to all subsidiaries to align to the Group Minimum standards by.

Overseeing the Group’s E&S risk management and implementation of ESMS procedure manual.
Ensuring that these procedures are implemented for each project, customer’s activities, and that records of environmental reviews (i.e., appraisal and monitoring) are maintained.
Developing resources and tools for E&S risk management and training
Ensuring that all investment decisions are supported by appropriate due diligence documentation, including but not limited to an E&S section in each final Investment memorandum.
Reporting any major E&S issue to senior management and Board
In liaison with relationship teams, coordinate E&S due diligence and monitoring of customers across the Group
Developing proposals to guide the Group on emerging issues and opportunities e.g., green lending.
Ensuring that appropriate environmental representations, warranties, and covenants are incorporated in each loan or investment agreement.
Conducting site visits on new and existing high-risk accounts to develop and monitor E&S action plans (if any) by the clients,

Research and Development

Developing programs for capacity building on ESMS, ESG and Climate risk for Bank’s staff and the Board across the Group, through e-learning modules, workshops etc.
Providing support in the development of sustainable lending products and services for the bank

Adherence to Emerging Regulations, standards, & guidance

The new guidelines, including the CBK’s climate risks guidance, IFRS S1 and S2 on sustainability and climate, Carbon Markets Regulations 2023, and the Kenya Green Finance Taxonomy (KGFT), require banks and businesses to monitor and disclose performance at both the client and portfolio levels. These regulations necessitate an expansion of the Bank’s E&S manager role to assist in evaluating green loans, both individually and in collaboration with business and credit teams. This role will also involve developing and managing climate risk assessment tools and playing a key part in creating the Group’s IR and sustainability reports.

Based on the foregoing, E&S Senior Manager should guide in among others

Develop & review of policies and procedures that supports the Group’s ESMS implementation in line with emerging regulations, standards and laws.
Keep track of upcoming regulatory requirement (e.g., CBK, NSE CMA, TCFD, TNFD, KGFT, GHG accounting) as well as the evolving approach of international Development Financial institutions to E&S and assessing the implication to the Bank
Continuous refinement of tools and systems to monitor ESMS performance in the Bank’s portfolio.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and legislation and keep up to date with local international regulation and legislation.
Standardize E&S policies & procedures across I&M Group

Investor Expectations & Management

The E&S position is a strategic role that is increasingly viewed through the lens of investors. The Manager regularly interacts with the Bank’s investors regarding E&S performance. Currently, the Bank’s investors are demanding an overhaul of its E&S practices, and the individual in this role will need to allocate a significant portion of their time to collaborating with the Bank’s investors to address several action points identified in the recent ESG due diligence. This project is anticipated to span a period of 12 months.

For Investor & Management Reporting the Manager is expected to

Create senior management reports and summaries on E&S risk issues, incidents, trends, and potential impacts. Prepares key reports monthly to the Risk committee (RISKCO) Credit Risks Management Committee (CRMC) and quarterly to the Board Risk Committee (BRC).
Prepares annual reports to investors/shareholders that is the Development Financial Institutions (DFIs) on the Bank’s E&S risk exposure including IFC, FMO, Proparco & British International Investments (BII)
Support in coordinating Group’s Sustainability reporting and publishing
Coordinate the E&S due diligence implementation recommendations
Support the Bank to set up and monitor climate-related financial risk appetite and getting assurance on the effective management and control of the risks and report on group carbon emission prevention, reduction and control methods, as well as the total energy use and efficiency involved in producing its products and services.
Create awareness on climate-related risks and opportunities and how they impact various business lines.
Scan the business environment (Internal & External) with respect to climate-related issues in the short, medium, and long-term and determine the impact on the various business lines
Support design business strategy and its implementation to reflect climate-related risks, for example by setting and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) that are cascaded down to operational business areas.
Identify material climate-related risks at portfolio, counterparty, and where relevant at transactional level. Assess relevant financial implications over short and long-term horizons. Assessment of climate-related risks to take place during client on-boarding, credit initiation, credit evaluation, review investment decisions
Support the development and implementation of the Group’s ESG policy, strategy, and procedures aligns with national and international standards and best practices
Support in embedding of all new ESG relevant initiatives across the group
Support in Coordinating Group’s Sustainability reporting and publishing
Support in embedding of all new ESG relevant initiative across the group

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS
Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus Professional qualification
Masters’ Degree

Professional Qualifications

Minimum of four to six years’ supervisory and 1 to three years’ experience in a Climate and ESG Risk Management function;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to establish priorities, plan, coordinate, and monitor own work plan
Strong negotiation skills; and
Good understanding of relevant regulatory requirements, CBK Prudential, and Risk Management guidelines
Good understanding of Banking internal policies and procedures as well as external regulations.
High Level of Integrity

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November 5, 2024
Senior Manager – Public Finance & Partnerships

Role’s Responsibilities

The role will be accountable to maximising areas for partnership and co-funding with government, regional bodies, bilateral and multilateral partners/ financing institutions, and other funders in (and for) Africa; building and maintaining CIFF’s engagement with policy makers and leaders on public financing policy matters that may advance the leverage domestic co-funding, specifically:
Inform and implement a creative and modern government engagement and stakeholder relations partnerships and communication plan that expands CIFF’s success in Africa’s multi-year, sector-specific engagement and co-funding with governments, regional bodies, bilateral and multilateral partners / financing institutions and other funders alongside private sector actors and other stakeholders. Deepens CIFF’s alignment of global, regional, and country level development agendas, opportunities and priorities as well as increasing domestic partnerships with local implementing organisations
Lead dialogue with government and regional bodies officials, bilateral and multilateral partners / financing institutions and other funders to identify, co-design, co-investment and co-deliver integrated and innovative government big-bets to optimise CIFF’s delivery of impact, sustainability and localisation through context-specific investments accelerated by strong partnerships and increased domestic co-funding.
Negotiate meaningful partnerships and targeted co-funding initiatives with governments, regional bodies, bilateral and multilateral partners / financing institutions, other funders and stakeholders including local implementing organisations, to build CIFF Africa’s alignment with the public (and private) sector in resource mobilisation for development of locally led solutions to support bold ideas that transform the lives of children and adolescents
Work with new and existing stakeholders to leverage, converge and embed the design/structuring/development and implementation of policies, tools and processes that expand co-funding strategies with governments, regional bodies, bilateral and multilateral partners / financing institutions, and other funders, towards shared priority areas.
Consolidate credible knowledge and learning to raise Africa’s voice to inform movement-building and influence key stakeholders to support Africa’s self-determination maximising areas for partnership with government, regional bodies, bilateral and multilateral partners / financing institutions, and other funders; leveraging domestic funding; and co-designing solutions with governments, and institutions to ensure accurate problem diagnosis and self-sustaining impact.
Provide strategic leadership to enhance the public visibility, credibility, reputation, and brand name recognition of CIFF Africa by raising awareness and understanding of CIFF’s mission, vision, development approach and programs, to mobilise a collective voice and resources to transform the lives of children and adolescents in Africa

Strategy & planning

Prepare and present high-quality analysis and research, as required, to support the sector in determining future strategic priorities and setting operational plans
Contribute to the production of programme strategy and the associated evidence base, alongside other team members, prior to a proposal’s submission for approval
Lead on the development of strategies related to CIFF Africa’s For-Africa-by-Africa Strategic Pillar

Programme development, delivery & performance

Personally manage a portfolio of live programmes with a value c. £25-50million of and an active pipeline of potential investments of c. £5-10million, in accordance with the sector priorities and plan
Against key corporate and / or sector team indicators and targets, monitor and report internally on the performance of assigned portfolio
Apply agreed due diligence and risk management protocols appropriately throughout the development and delivery of proposals and programmes, to ensure the interests and reputation of the Foundation are protected
Conduct structured feasibility analysis on investment proposals, using an appropriate range of methodologies and techniques, to ensure they are based on logical and robust assumptions, which can withstand scrutiny from the Executive Team (ET) and CIFF Board
Working either with sector colleagues or independently, prepare summary reports, board reports and portfolio investment reports, ensuring these are produced to a high-standard and in a timely fashion, often within tight timeframes
Co-ordinate the development of grant agreements, to forecast and process grant payments and to enable effective grant management and reporting within the organisation
Working closely with and taking the advice and guidance of, the sector team’s Evidence, Measurement and Evaluation (EME) Business Partner, identify and embed appropriate monitoring and evaluation processes to all proposals and programmes
Conduct regular reviews of the progress and performance of programmes under delivery to identify problems and delays, and work with partners to develop effective solutions (escalating to more senior colleagues for support and intervention, where required)
Identify opportunities and options for improving processes, procedures, and programme management approaches within (and beyond) the team, to support increased organisational efficiency and effectiveness
Work as part of a team to shape and implement plans for scaling up, replicating, or leveraging additional support for successful programmes and initiatives, in accordance with Foundation priorities

Sector knowledge and profile-building

Keep abreast of developments within the development financing and international development sectors, establishing appropriate information gathering networks and channels to deepen professional knowledge and skills
As required, contribute to the development of thought leadership, PR, marketing, and advocacy materials, to support CIFF’s ambitions to scale-up, mainstream and leverage additional support for its initiatives

Stakeholder and partner management

Conduct rigorous research and evaluation of potential partners, using agreed corporate protocols and techniques, to assess their suitability and credentials for collaborating on CIFF initiatives
Apply CIFF’s agreed account management disciplines and approaches in all dealings with programme partners and stakeholders, to ensure productive and professional relationships are maintained in a coordinated and strategic manner
Working alongside senior colleagues, help to develop strategic partnerships to support adoption, replication, co-funding or scaling-up of CIFF programmes
With a variety of external audiences, develop and maintain strong partnerships and act as a knowledgeable resource about CIFF’s programmes and priority areas

Membership and leadership of the team

Be a role model to less experienced team members, demonstrating CIFF’s leadership behaviours and providing mentorship to aid their growth
Adopt a coaching approach with colleagues which instils a culture of openness and trust, embraces diverse thinking, and encourages continuous improvement and learning
We operate a matrix structure so reporting lines can vary between specific aspects of the role
This role may have line management responsibility for an analyst

Requirements
Skills & Experience

At CIFF Africa we value creativity, persistence, and innovation, passionately believing that it is through teamwork that we can all reach greater heights. The For-Africa-by-Africa Strategic Pillar will be innovating at the edge of technological possibilities to shape government engagement, partnerships, co-funding and communications with a sustainability, localisation, and integration agenda.
At least 15 years of professional experience in partnerships, business development, strategic communications, development programming and fundraising responsibilities.
Demonstrable experience in establishing, maintaining, and converting collaborative partnerships and co-funding investment opportunities with government, bilateral and multilateral development partners/financing institutions, regional bodies, and other funders
Demonstrable experience in analysis and due diligence; policy, planning and programme delivery, including field experience, all within the development sector
Knowledge of the evidence bases pertaining to programme design and implementation, and belief in the importance of evidence-based decision making
Strong working knowledge of impact measurement and programme monitoring and evaluation
An innovative thinker with a pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset, utilising diverse strategies to competitively position for new funding and productive institutional relationships.
Ability to analyse an organisation’s strength of leadership and management, vision, and adaptive capacity. Ability to recruit, guide, influence and/or advise management teams to effectively implement programmes
Experience working within government systems and/or experience influencing the policies of government agencies, private sector organizations or donor organisations
Effectively champions and promotes causes – credible and professional, they always present the Foundation’s programmes in a compelling way to engage the audience
Skilled in relationship building and strengthening; able to influence others and work collaboratively, uniting groups with a shared purpose
English is CIFF’s business language – we expect all our people to display outstanding verbal and written communication skills across all aspects of their role
Capacity to work in a range of cultural and socio-economic contexts, adapting style and approach appropriately and in a culturally sensitive manner to maximise effectiveness
IT proficiency (most specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
A proven self-starter, who works with pace and resilience
Experience working in Africa or with African governments and regional bodies

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November 5, 2024
Valuations Manager

Key responsibilities

As a Manager in the Valuations, Modelling and Economics team, you will be responsible for the day to day execution of valuation projects and have the opportunity to lead EY teams and manage interactions with client management and senior members of the EY team.
You will undertake valuations in East Africa and internationally for various purposes including, M&A, tax, financial reporting and litigation.
You will gain insights into complex valuation issues and structures and will be tested on the application of valuation theories and techniques to practical, real-life situations. You will also be responsible for training junior team members (on the job and in formal training sessions) and ensuring that projects are delivered on time and to the highest standards of quality.
Our projects typically involve managing multiple stakeholders and thus requires you to give the best advice using your knowledge and experience to provide the best outcomes.

Skills and attributes for success

Managing clients’ expectations in relation to deliverables
Building and sustaining relationships with colleagues across the business, supporting them and promoting a collaborative culture
Managing your projects to ensure that they are delivered on time and within budget
Ensuring that all risk management protocols are followed throughout a project’s lifecycle
Help develop the Valuations, Modelling and Economics practice through business development activities on key and strategic accounts

To qualify for the role, you must have

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of second-class upper honours or equivalent in any relevant fields of study, including but not limited to Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering or International Business.
Proven experience of providing or contributing to valuation projects in a client-facing role.
Previous valuation experience in a professional services/Big 4 Firm or in an investment banking entity of a minimum of 5 years.
Strong project management and organisation skills.
The ability to demonstrate intellectual rigor, curiosity and commercial awareness, combined with first-class numeracy and analytical skills.
Excellent report writing, communication skills and attention to detail.
Excellent Microsoft Excel Skills
Strong interpersonal skills: ability to work as part of a diverse team and handle multiple responsibilities.
Demonstrated record of solving complex problems and completing challenging projects.
CFA/CPA/CA/ACA/ACCA or similar financial qualification

Ideally, you’ll also have (not compulsory but highly advantageous)

Financial modelling skills including experience building models
MBA, Master in finance or other relevant post graduate qualification
Specific industry expertise (financial services, consumer products, energy, telecoms, healthcare etc.) or Asset/valuation expertise (intellectual property, complex securities, experience in tax or fund valuation)
Knowledge of programming languages such as VBA etc.

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November 5, 2024
Tupande Facility Services Management Coordinator

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations to maintain exceptional service provision. These include vendor management, payments management, office cleaning and maintenance, and health and safety compliance.
Audit management systems to maintain expected performance standards.
Manage consumables and assets through their life cycle for space/work resourcing.
Manage office access ensuring adherence to access protocols and using the data to inform decisions.
Lead the execution of important Tupande and global events supporting the achievement of the event goals
Review the office budget and implement cost-savings measures while maintaining service quality.
Develop a performance culture through mentorship and professional development.
Foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture, implementing initiatives to boost team morale.

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

Diploma in a relevant field.
2+ years of work experience in office management or related field.
2 years of project management and implementation.
Proficiency with maintaining spreadsheets and databases.
Efficient work organisation.
Ability to build and lead cohesive teams
English and Kiswahili required.

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November 5, 2024
Project Leader / Access to Finance Expert

Result area Description

Project Management The Project Leader/ Access to Finance Expert is overall responsible for project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and closing out, as well as developing a follow up phase. The Project Manager will support the project officer in operational activities, establish and enhance relations with the local consortium and private enterprise partners as well as representatives of donors and the Kenyan authorities and is the principal liaison with other stakeholders within the specific project region/counties. S/He will manage the project with respect to risks, stakeholders, issues and the project team. Agrees with all contributors to project success deliverables, with a large amount of intercultural sensitivity. Understands partners and matches desired results and contextual factors. Stimulates progress and makes necessary adjustments to realise the project within given boundary conditions; scope, time, budget and quality. The Project Leader/Access to Finance Expert will be responsible for clean, accurate and up to date data and archiving of the project in the Cordaid Project Management systems and is accountable to the country manager for the correctness and accuracy of the data.
Project Implementation: The Project Leader/ Access to Finance Expert will take lead in the delivery and monitoring of the Access to Finance component. S/He will provide technical guidance for designing of financial products and services ensuring improved access to finance for underserved areas. S/He will advise and assist financial service providers including banks, Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs) and SACCOs to design and implement new or improved financial services and products, facilitate access to finance for youth and women and persons with disability. The Project Leader/ Access to Finance Expert will be the principal liaison between financial institutions, including banks, MFIs, impact investors, and other financial service providers in the implementation of this project. S/He manages the project with respect to risks, stakeholder’s issues and the project team. Agrees with all contributors to project success deliverables, with a large amount of intercultural sensitivity.
Project plan Translates the Cordaid project results into specific results in designated project areas and formulates an operational project plan. Remains within budget propositions and infrastructural possibilities. Keep up to date with the Political Economic Social Technical situation of the project region as well as relevant developments affecting the project environment and incorporate these developments into effective project management and guidance. Prepare and develop follow up phases and progressive scaling of the project
Financial management Manages the project budget ensuring expenditures are in
line with what was planned for. Reports regularly on budget realisation and acts proactively to comply with the budget.
Field & Partner visits Monitors the achievements of projects within the field with partners, reviews field reports, analyzes field data and formulates conclusions, discussion points and recommendations for all stakeholders
Network representation Identifies and establishes contacts with organizations and
explores representation for potential areas for collaboration, taking into account the mission statement of Cordaid and the possibilities within existing projects. Establish contact with representatives of consortium partners, UNCDF, INGOs and funding institutions based in the region; participate and represent Cordaid in networks where relevant. Represent Cordaid at local government level: maintain and strengthen contacts with the relevant ministries and local authorities.
Project reports Prepares consolidated project reports about the results both Technical Narrative and Financial Reports specifics, budget and expenditures and possible deviations following required reporting standards, providing solutions to minimize impact of deviations.
Monitoring, Evaluation: Leads the implementation of MEL plan for the project. Facilitates the dissemination of promising practices and lessons learned. Ensure integration of innovations and best practices in the project implementation process.

Human Resources management:

Leads and coaches the multidisciplinary, intercultural and inter-gender project team on a day-to-day basis in accordance with the management style of Cordaid, focused on productivity, the professional development of staff and employee satisfaction. Coaches staff and leaves room for professional freedom to determine how to execute the work. Builds on the strengths and talents of staff members to improve team performance. Emphasis teamwork, project-based working and commitment. Ensures efficient use of Human resources and controls quality of work. Conduct Performance appraisals of staff under his/her responsibility in line with Cordaid’s policy.

Resource Mobilization and Business Development:

Contributes and supports the identification of opportunities, development and writing of successful funding proposals and budgets. Interacts with (potential) local/institutional donors, convincingly arguing the added value of Cordaid as to acquire funds and ensure the future funding for the programme(s) in Kenya. This includes increasing revenues, growth in terms of business expansion, increasing profitability by building strategic partnerships and making strategic business decisions.
Integrity Adheres to the code of conduct and Integrity Policies, reports concern and follows regular integrity trainings. This is a high-risk position, with unsupervised contact with communities.
Other Performs other duties as relevant for the country office (e.g. give input to policies, provide strategic advice on programmes, provide feedback on annual plans or reports, contribute to fundraising efforts etc.) Manages local project related security matters and advises on updating the security plans.

Qualifications Specifications
Academic Qualifications:

University degree or advanced certificate / professional qualification in Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Finance, International development, social sciences Project Management or any other relevant subject area.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experiences

Management knowledge and coaching styles, project management, managing international cooperation with local partners, country/region of the Country Office, techniques, reporting standards and languages.
Broad understanding of agricultural financial product development, fund mobilisations and capacity building for financial institutions with practical experience agricultural financing need assessment,
Broad understanding and knowledge of agriculture financing trends and challenges in Kenya and in the region
Good knowledge and understanding of the Social, economic, and political situation in Kenya
Specific skills, knowledge, and experience in designing and implementing Lobby and Advocacy
Behavioral values and skills: trust, accountability, problem solving, cooperation, teambuilding, negotiation, conflict management, collaboration, flexibility, creativity
Writing skills to clearly formulate project proposals, project plan and project reports
Proven track record of effective project/program management particularly related to Access to Finance Projects.
Skills in partnership management, negotiation, fundraising, networking and facilitation and training skills and effective communication, including intercultural sensitivity and communication.
At least 7 years’ experience in agricultural finance focusing on smallholders & agri- SMEs, extensive experience facilitating access to finance and working with financial institutions with practical experience of providing technical guidance /advisory on agricultural financing.
At least 4 years of experience in managing professional projects and/or (sub-)offices of international organizations or companies.
Extensive experience working with high level international and national partners including consultants, stakeholders and government institutions and officials,
Experience in organizing, facilitating workshops and events with high level audience,
Experience in partner identification, developing and managing relationships with partners

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November 5, 2024
Senior Manager, Program Finance

Financial Leadership and Management

Develop and manage the regional budget including regional forecasts and reprojections aligned to the regional strategy and workplans in close coordination with the regional team.
Actively contribute to the development and periodic review of the Africa program workplans and ensuring alignment of the workplan to the regional budget.
Accountable for ensuring and monitoring delivery against the financial plans through targeted financial analytical reviews and forecasting accuracy.
Maximize spending and cost recovery on restricted grants, in line with donor regulations.
Ensure financial and compliance policies and procedures are well understood; accountability is clear, carrying out proper management review of financial expenditure for the Program.
Internal control – ensuring that funds are used as intended. Accountable for control of program assets and liabilities, ensuring costs are accurately charged against awards or budgets.
Provide decision support to the Senior Regional Director for oversight of deployment of financial resources extending to all key activities of the region: grant management, logistics, operations, strategic issues, and financial risks and requirements for program and geographical expansion.
Champion cost effectiveness in general ensuring that the Program is operating efficiently with a sustainable cost base.
Ensure staff in the Program have the right finance skills to carry out their varied budget management roles including planning, monitoring, reviewing, and reporting on Program finances.
Be responsible for regional program financial oversight and risk management including ensuring functional risk tracking and management tools on all aspects of regional program financial management.
Participate in Center-wide cross-organizational teams working to optimize program management, grants reporting and compliance functions.

Program and Grant Support

Review budgeted to actual expenditures monthly to ensure that spending is in line with budget allocations.
Work with the Program Partner Team (constituted of the program finance officer, program manager, compliance staff and the relevant advocacy/litigation staff) to support partner assessment, engagement, reporting, audits, and financial management capacity building.
Partner with the SRD to develop program and proposal budgets and supporting value for money rationales for the Africa Program ensuring that they are in line with the Donors interests.
Take lead on all project and program related audits. Ensuring compliance and follow through on audit related issues.

Staff management, mentorship, and development

Manage regional program financial staff, defining expectations, providing leadership and technical support as needed, and evaluating direct reports regularly.
Manage the performance of program financial staff in the region through staff development strategies and performance management systems.

Qualifications

A university degree in Finance or Business administration or related field.
10+ years post qualification experience in program financial management including demonstrable experience in handling of multi-country program finance, grants, and compliance requirements.
Familiarity with INGO and NGO sector, financial reporting and accounting practices including program budget development, tracking of program expenditure and donor reporting.
Proven experience in managing large and complex budgets, including sub-granting to partners.
Extensive experience in working with computerized accounting systems, including familiarity with use of scalable Enterprise Resource (ERPs) and other e-based communication channels and tools.

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November 5, 2024
Bankable Project Officer

JOB SUMMARY:
The Bankable Project Officer will be responsible for the implementation of the Dutch Fund for Climate and Development (DFCD) project. Specifically, the role will be responsible for the identification of bankable nature positive businesses in areas such as climate-smart agriculture, sustainable water management, food security and ecosystem restoration solutions and propose them for consideration for funding under the DFCD project. Through this process, the Bankable Officer will promote private sector investment in green businesses.
By identifying the right type of businesses and linking them to funding opportunities, the role of the Bankable Officer will create a direct positive impact on nature conservation. Beyond DFCD project, the role will also support the landscapes in linking the nature positive businesses to other funding opportunities locally and regionally, for example, in partnership with financial institutions and the Sustainable Investment and Business Development team at WWF-Kenya
The role will report to Biodiversity, Science and Innovation Manager and will closely coordinate with the DFCD team in WWF NL.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engaging the private sector in the development of bankable projects in the following sectors: water, environmental protection, forestry and agriculture
Identifying Bankable Projects and undertake due diligence to ensure alignment with DFCD and WWF-Kenya strategic plan
Undertaking Know Your Client (KYC) and support environmental and social safeguards assessments
Engaging landscape Multi Stakeholder Platform to ensure buy-in and effective delivery of the project.
Regularly monitoring the implementation progress and collect data on indicators and results.
Ensuring the project is delivering results and contributing towards the objectives and strategies of DFCD
Supporting WWF Kenya on project origination, engagement with investees, investors and other financial institutions
Supporting capacity building within the organization on landscape finance and bankable projects
Overall Project management, including coordination, planning, implementation and reporting.
Supporting WWF-Kenya to link the small ticket projects that have strong nature positive impact with other financial facilities outside DFCD – including the local financial institutions through blended and other innovative financing models

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in the field of Economics, Finance or Business administration
Master’s degree would be an added advantage
Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, private sector finance and/or impact investment
Strong financial and budgeting experience
Preferably experience with public donors

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Analytical, strategic
Proven organizational, diplomatic and negotiation skills that yield positive results on the sustainability agenda, especially as it relates to the finance and business world
Strong ability to lead the implementation of large-sized projects, including working with and coordinating funding partners, third parties and users
Ability to work effectively as a team member with a wide range of individuals across cultures and time zones
Independent worker, pro-active in thinking about opportunities to further improve the work
Fluent in English
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
Experience of working in emerging markets is an asset
Strong interest in nature conservation and the mission of WWF
Prior experience in engaging financial institutions and assessing private sector opportunities for impact ventures and investors
Experience in Nature Based Solutions would be an added advantage

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November 5, 2024
Grants Management Consultant

Who we are looking for:
The Grants Management Consultant, will support the grants management of inSupply’s grants and contracts, working collaboratively with other key finance and operation team members to achieve a successful and efficient implementation of project activities for the Kenya and Tanzania country offices. The primary responsibility of consultancy is to support end to end grants management and reporting processes under the direction of the RFOM. Further the role will ensure terms and conditions of grants are met, properly documented, and in line with inSupply Health grants management policies and respective donor regulations.
Responsibilities:
Grant and Contract Management

Prepare budgets for active proposals during period
Review grant award agreements and contracts and coordinate through grant award signing and start-up
Track grant and contracts deliverables and timelines, sending regular reminders to project teams to ensure that they are on track to complete and alerting the team of possible challenges and need to communicate with donor/client.
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports to clients and donors for active projects during period, ensuring accuracy and compliance with inSupply and donor policies and procedures
Prepare budget tracking and forecasting for grants and subgrants, providing budget updates to project activity managers and management team. Identify risks of over and underspending and work with project teams to address spending issues
Support annual project workplan budgeting process for inSupply, working with activity managers to budget out annual grant budget
Working with RFOM, ensure the finalization of the inSupply grants management manual and rollout of manual to inSupply staff
Participate in the development and maintenance of the project’s Grants Management Database on Microsoft
Business Central and to track status of subaward reports,deliverables and payments.
In coordination with Finance team, conduct internal review of financial files ensuring that all documentation is in place

Subaward management

Lead review of subaward budgets, develop sub agreements and and ensure all pre-award requirements are met prior to issuing of agreement
Conduct regular monitoring of subaward activities, hold meetings to review deliverables and financial reports, and document ongoing challenges and agreed upon solutions
Coordinate with the project team progress of ongoing organizational capacity building and strengthening activity for partners under BMGF funded grant, ensuring that milestones completed on time

Qualifications:

Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting or other relevant field
Certified Public Accountant ( CPA)
6-9 years of professional experience, with at least eight (6) years of progressively increased experience in grants management for a non profit organization.
Substantial experience with Microsoft Business Central,Excel, and google workspace
Experience in establishing effective partnerships with grant recipients;
Experience managing USAID, Gates Foundation, or other donor-funded projects
Experience managing grants with public sector entities preferred;
Excellent team-work and team-building skills;
Strong, proactive and clear communicator both verbally and in writing;
Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
Critical thinker with exceptional problem-solving skills, exceptionally motivated, and organized
High level of demonstrated accuracy and key attention to detail
Commitment to highest levels of integrity, accountability and transparency

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November 5, 2024