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

  • Senior Technical Advisor, Village, Savings & Loan (VSLA) – Food and Water System

    Senior Technical Advisor, Village, Savings & Loan (VSLA) – Food and Water System

    Job Summary

    The Senior Technical Advisor, Food Security and Water System, will be part of a dynamic VSLA team that leads CARE’s expansion of access to financial services across the globe. The team is made up of specialists who provide holistic support services to CARE initiatives working with CARE’s trademark Village Savings and Loans Associations (VSLA) model, including supporting country office and regional scale-up strategy development; co-creating programs and project designs; contributing to and/or leading proposal and fundraising efforts; providing technical support to project start-up and implementation; and supporting CARE’s efforts to continually learn from and improve our initiatives; supporting connections between CARE’s work in communities and regional, national, and international advocacy efforts.
    The position affords its occupant unparallel opportunities to influence the work of CARE and the financial inclusion sector as a whole. The primary responsibility of the position is to support the integration and expansion of CARE’s VSLA work within the organization’s broader programming, with a specific focus on food and nutrition security, climate change resilience programming, and the water systems portfolio. The position would also work with country offices across regions to further their integration of VSLAs within their programming and layering of other services on VSLA as a platform, develop strategies, and strengthen their advocacy and partnership work so that CARE remains at the forefront of the donor and policy landscape in each country. In addition, the position is expected to collaborate closely with other CARE USA departments (entire PSE, FSW, and Innovation) to ensure that the work aligns with the organization’s larger objectives and takes into consideration the humanitarian-development nexus as well as managing major initiatives as required
    The Senior Technical Advisor, VSLA/FSW, supports the VSLA global team in leveraging the power of VSLA to improve the agriculture-based livelihoods of the majority of VSLA members and their households. He will collaborate with technical specialists across disciplines to advance evidence-based interventions that deliver meaningful change for low-income, food-insecure households. S/he will advocate for the transformative work and incremental impacts of our VSLA to both internal and external audiences and serve as one of the team’s points of contact for VSLA integration, layering, and sequencing.

    Responsibilities
    Strategy and Programme Quality for Greater VSLA Scale and Impact

    Coordinate the formulation and conceptualization of CARE’s VSLA programming integration overarching strategy and road map in layering and sequencing activities that reflect organizational program quality ambitions for VSLA at different levels, taking into consideration women’s voices through their VSLAs.
    Support the organization on new and active activities to integrate and/or layer VSLAs, with agricultural livelihoods, and develop tools and approaches that champion global VSLA scale-up strategy alongside other organizational strategies
    Serve as the primary VSLA/Financial inclusion contributor to CARE’s various food and nutrition security strategies with VSLA as a core programming element.
    Work closely with other TAs and regional or country teams to identify and cultivate partnerships with the private sector that aligns with CARE’s programming objectives.
    Lead the planning and implementation of new initiatives that advance the VSLA scale-up strategy, including identifying models, tools, and best practices and how to adapt or apply them across initiatives to achieve scale and measurable progress against the strategy and CARE 2030 Vision.
    Develop or adapt technical resources including guides, case studies and other learning tools to build capacity in financial inclusion, particularly as it contributes food and nutrition security.
    Collaborate across team functions to promote CARE’s approach of fostering gender equality, inclusive governance and resilience within all of our work
    Support in-country pilots and other VSLA programming by CARE in focal countries that gives learning points for scaling the strategy through testing and refining of digital solutions
    Lead and participate in the team’s learning and research agenda(s) to define demonstrable program impacts and efficiency gain

    Technical Assistance to Specific Projects and Initiatives

    Provide technical support and capacity building to CARE teams and partners (public, private, non-profit) to ensure projects are effectively delivered and continually improved with high quality outcomes.
    Potentially serve as project director on select grants, coordinating planning and implementation of project activities and overseeing all aspects of program quality (programmatic, financial, administrative, personnel). Ensure that flagship initiattives embed M&E best practices and generate evidence and lessons that can inform CARE and others globallly
    Represent CARE in discussions with current donors and ensure productive, suppotive donor relationshiops
    Develop tools, resources, and briefings to support CARE in integration and layering VSLAs alongside other financial inclusion linkages with food and nutrition security and WASH programs and initiatives.
    Working with multi project teams and strategic partners to collect, refine, and communicate key requirements for learning, linkages and technology based solutions

    Drive learning and program quality throughout VSLA programming and integration.

    In collaboration with CARE global, COs, and other stakeholders, prioritize solutions to develop, test, and scale.
    Keep track of and disseminate VSLA integration, layering, and sequencing lessons learned, including current thought processes and best practices for use by both non-specialist and specialist colleagues’ and to strengthen future work and inform CAR’s evidence base.
    Lead the development and the roll out of the Global Best Practices /Standard Operating Procedures/Tools for VSLA integration and program quaity.
    Participate in monitoring and supporting supervisory field visits and evaluation activities, including process, market, and impacts monitoring, and collect learning and feedback to strengthen the CARES FSW work.
    Collaborate closely with CARE USA’s FSW and COs to document the best practices and lessons learned regarding their FSW flagship programs and how to maximize best to deepen impact where VSLAs are used as service delivery platforms.

    Resource Mobilization and New Business Development

    Support the design of new DFSA across CARE globally as deemed necessary
    Engage with colleagues across the region, particularly regional and country-level directors and assistant directors, to conceptualize new initiatives aligned with regional and national strategies and the financial inclusion learning agenda
    Lead and/or provide substantial input into the development of concept notes and proposals
    Build and maintain relationships with key fundraisers across the CARE network including but not limited to CARE UK, CARE France, CARE US, CARE Canada and CARE Netherlands

    Management and Oversight

    Provide supervision, management and coaching for VSLA program teams at CO levels
    Ensure that TA is providing support to GVSLA-led and CO-based programs that is of high quality and leads to measurable impact.
    Provide direction and capacity building to TA to integrate promising and best practice models within GVSLA managed projects.
    Proactively address performance issues through regular, constructive and honest feedback and coaching to projects and initiatives supported and managed by GVSLA team.

    Qualifications

    MA in development studies/economics/social science or related subject, or equivalent expertise.
    Deep awareness of and proven track record in applying market facilitation concepts, practices and principles
    In-depth understanding of key concepts in financial inclusion, experience applying these to development programmes.
    Deep, practical understanding of villages savings and loan associations or similar savings group modalities
    Ability to build relationships with private sector actors and quickly establish credibility and relevance
    Ability to build relationships with and navigate government agencies to identify and work effectively with key decisions makers
    Knowledge of financial services ecosystem in the region
    Knowledge of agriculture and food security programming, particularly efforts to support subsistence farmers to improve their resilience and livelihoods
    Ability to support and advise non-specialist colleagues, communicate complex ideas clearly, and facilitate learning and reflection activities.

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    phg.tbe.taleo.net

  • Fund Raising and Strategic Partnerships Manager

    Fund Raising and Strategic Partnerships Manager

    JOB SUMMARY – PURPOSE

    The position is responsible for spearheading the fundraising and strategic partnership for Our Client, for attainment of longterm organizational resource sustainability.

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Strategy and Business Management

    Provide leadership and accountability in Fundraising and Strategic Partnership function.
    Lead the development, implementation and periodic review of fundraising and strategic partnership strategies and business plans.
    Spearhead the development, implementation and periodic review of operations plans, management plans and work plans to ensure effective delivery by the Fundraising and Strategic Partnership function.
    Support the development of Fundraising and Strategic Partnership function annual budgets, and manage its utilization and monitoring.
    Assist to develop and periodically review policies and guidelines for fundraising and management of partnerships.
    Ensure prudent use of resources entrusted to the unit.
    Facilitate technical support and advice on Fundraising and Strategic Partnership function to the organization.
    Keep abreast with developments and changes in local and global fundraising and partnerships initiatives and advice the senior management team accordingly.
    Mobilization of Resources for Program and Grant Funding
    Develop and maintain up to date and accurate database of international and local donor organizations/foundations
    Regularly monitor and engage different donor portfolios and areas of presence to identify donor opportunities that may include call for proposals.
    Develop relationships with funding organizations matching the work of the organization
    Coordinate all key departments and functions in development and writing of concept notes, project notes and funding proposal processes to ensure to adherence to donor guidelines and Our Client’s internal fundraising policies.
    Coordinate concepts and proposal and proposal feedback mechanism with Our Client and the donors.
    Develop key messages and case for support to facilitate fundraising initiatives for Our Client with donors.
    Ensure to the production of fundraising plans for respective projects and writing of quality and timely reports to donors during and after the implementation of the projects.
    Conduct quarterly analysis on the success rate of all applications of all donors assigned.
    Coordinate contractual process with partners, donors and other stakeholders.
    In collaboration with M&E and Operations technical staff, maintain an updated capacity statements as per the donor interests.

    Donor Attraction and Retention.

    Build and maintain relationships with existing donors, strategic partners and other corporate bodies to maximize value, maintain effective communication, proactively provide donor updates, and respond timely to donor requests.
    Pursue actively innovative ways of cooperation with donors for funding opportunities
    Undertake research to find alternative resources (donors, corporates, foundations and individuals) to raise funds for activities and long-term financial sustainability of the organization
    Initiate, organize and lead in support of fundraising events for the organization
    Coordinate Our Client’s team in designing programmes that leverage unique, high value contributions of donors.
    In collaboration with Operations unit, coordinate donor exposure to Our Client’s work to appreciate its wide capacity.
    Coordinate leadership interaction, meetings and engagements, and representation of Our Client in relevant high profile meetings.
    Actively network and initiate strategic meetings between donors/donor representative and the Chief Executive Officer or a designee
    Undertake research on new and innovative projects and ideas that will be developed further into products, opportunities, concepts and proposals.
    Establish and manage a well-coordinated donor appreciation (thank you) process and action.
    In consultation with PR and Communication and ICT design messages to share with Donors and strategic partners both online and offline.

    Management of Alternative Sources of Funding

    Initiate and implement alternative sources of income that includes; online/crowd funding, fundraising events social enterprises and formulation of an endowment fund.
    Ensure good donor and Our Client’s support office relations by ensuring that Our Client meets all the contractual obligations and achieves high quality planning and implementation levels.
    Identify and establish key relationships that will strengthen Our Client’s positioning and elevates Our Client’s profile with relevant donors.
    Work in consultation with PR & Communication unit in running media campaigns towards raising funds for the organization.
    Introduce/market Our Client’s product to corporates, individual and local foundations.

    Monitoring, Reporting, Documentation and Knowledge Management.

    Coordinate with Operations, M&E and PR & Communications to ensure timely and accurate grants reporting and documentation of M&E findings including reports, case studies, experiences, lessons and best practice.
    Visit at least one grant on quarterly basis to establish what works and adopt promising practices for proposal/ concept development.

    Relationship Management

    Develop, nurture and maintain strong and profitable strategic relationships with donors, key partners and other relevant stakeholders.
    Represent and participate in relevant forums whenever nominated.
    Maintain a network of peers and professional contacts for exchange of ideas and information.
    Maintain good public relations and promote voice and visibility on the work of Our Client.

    Management of Staff

    Ensure effective supervision of staff including support to recruitment, coaching and mentoring, performance management, and timely handling of grievance and disciplinary issues.
    Proactively employ practices that lead to staff motivation and retention, and provide for succession plans.
    Proactively mentor and support team members as a way of building a pipeline of talent in the organization.
    Conduct annual appraisal for professional staff in the unit.
    Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

    (The knowledge, skills and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training)

    Level of Education/Academic Qualification

    Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Development Studies, Commerce, Business Administration/Management, Economics, and Project Management, or any related areas.

    Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications

    Post graduate diploma in Project Management, Public Relations or Communications is an added advantage.
    Member of the Kenya Association of Fundraising Professionals (KAFP)

    Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

    Ability to identify, build and maintain strong networks of funding sources and partners
    Self-directed, dynamic, innovative, and highly motivated individual with strong leadership and management skills, and demonstrated ability to build, nurture and direct team.
    Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds, and develop and maintain constructive relationships and profitable networks.
    Excellent analytical and detail-oriented individual with extensive experience in research, surveys and data management.
    Strong communication skills (both written and spoken English and Kiswahili), and strong presentation and report writing skills.
    Proficiency in use of MS Office Suite and relevant computer application packages
    Strong performance drive, initiative and commitment to results
    Demonstrated ability to train and build capacity both at individual and team environment.

    Relevant Work Experience

    At least five (5) years demonstrated experience in active fundraising for social development in an INGO.

    Interested candidates to submit their application letters and CVs to recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com not later than 24th May 2024 – clearly indicating the subject title as: FUNDRAISING AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

    Apply via :

    recruitment@sheerlogicltd.com

  • Conservation Investments – Senior Director, Financial Analysis Unit Data Manager Vice President, Africa

    Conservation Investments – Senior Director, Financial Analysis Unit Data Manager Vice President, Africa

    The Senior Director, Financial Analysis Unit provides strategic leadership to deliver a well-coordinated and impactful sustainable finance approach across the Conservation Finance Division (CFD) to structuring and funding multi-stakeholder investments. By providing leadership in financial analysis, modeling, and blended finance solutions, the position will contribute to a body of work focused on creating innovative financing solutions to achieve CI’s mission across several strategic pillars including Conservation International Ventures, CI-GEF Agency Non-grant Instruments, Innovation and Replication, Long-Term Finance, and the Carbon Finance Team, while also supporting CI’s ambitious long-term protection agenda worldwide by supporting regional programs in conservation finance opportunities that may arise. They will deploy their knowledge and understanding of a variety of conservation finance approaches and their experience in developing and securing blended finance deals to structure innovative financial solutions that catalyze philanthropic capital and develop sustainable investments.
    The position brings sophisticated business and finance expertise to various and matrixed teams within CI, as well as external partners, managing relationships with the investors and working collaboratively to develop new tools, infusing blended finance, and applying an investment finance skillset in a conservation context. This role will be a subject matter expert on blended finance transactions such as bridge financing, carbon or other ecosystem credit financing, private equity investments, and revolving pay-for-performance facilities.
    The work includes project management, developing a strategy for investment, managing relationships with investors, project developers, and implementation partners, project pipeline origination and portfolio management, financial analysis, due diligence, and conducting investment transactions from origination to closing. It will require working in close coordination with CI’s local programs to identify opportunities for financed conservation interventions: assessing their feasibility, designing their implementation, proving them out for maximum impact, and scaling them more broadly across CI, partner organizations, and commercial actors.

    Responsibilities

    This position will work to support (3) key areas within the CFD: The strategic goals of non-grant-based instrument deal construction and strategy including, setting financial due diligence guidelines, and providing financial rigor to CFD’s overall processes; leading the technical expert advisory unit within CFD to enhance the analytical work across programs, working closely with the distinct pillars within the program, by providing financial structuring and partnership management support. Across these programs, the position will bring high levels of expertise in structuring new investment products, designing and analyzing financial investment plans, and investment strategy recommendations to help achieve CFD’s goals.
    The Senior Director works directly alongside CFD teams with a high degree of independence and will seek to build up internal investment capabilities by mentoring and training staff, interdisciplinary teams, and/or outside service providers and partners. The Position will report to the Senior VP, Conservation Finance Division.

    Conservation Finance Non-Grant Functions

    Lead the portfolio management and financial due diligence body of work for non-grant instruments.
    Lead the onboarding of non-grant fund opportunities including enhancing the internal capacity building of CFD by training and mentoring junior staff to deliver consistent analytic rigor and financial expertise.
    Creation of investment criteria, policies, and monitoring indicators to enhance the financial processes within the division.
    Portfolio management of current deals within CFD purview, follow-on financial and impact analysis at pre-determined timeframes, and track risk indicators to anticipate issues and raise concerns early on.

    Analytical Unit / Financial Support Lead

    Lead the creation of financial due diligence and modeling approaches to be adopted by various relevant CFD programs.
    Deliver robust financial analysis and investment due diligence for investments in projects and make recommendations on investment structures for CFD’s programs.
    Coordinate the due diligence process of the respective opportunities, acting as a trusted advisor to all parties bringing their practical experience to support successful investments in thematic funds.
    Develop and implement financial strategies on the best use of capital to achieve the high-impact goals of the program.
    Structure innovative financial solutions to best leverage finite concessional donor funds, to achieve scaled-up private sector financial flows.
    Support the negotiations with stakeholders to achieve high-leverage co-financing and new investments for programmatic activities.
    Engage with other carbon finance mechanisms and teams within CI to align and maximize organizational objectives.
    Continue to innovate on the existing financial model for the funds within the program, and create new models when needed for bespoke transactions.

    Additional Responsibilities

    Provide support and capital market expertise on Environmental structuring opportunities (Debt for Nature Swaps, Bonds) assisting country teams with negotiations with local stakeholder engagement.

    In collaboration with Global Field Teams, provide strategic advisory and analytical support on the design and development of public, private, and blended financing mechanisms for a pipeline of current and prospective marine “protection and production” (PnP) projects.
    Similarly, in collaboration with CI’s Country Programs, provide strategic advisory and analytical support on the design and development of blended instruments and financial mechanisms for a pipeline of current Irrecoverable Carbon sites.
    Assist the SVP, Conservation Finance with financial structuring, capital raising, and negotiations with new investment partnerships with NGO, investors, corporates, and other partners.

    People and Resource Management Responsibilities

    Directly supervise and mentor program and project staff, including overseeing the work of external service providers and partners.
    Provide mentorship, performance, and career development support and guidance to direct reports.
    Manage program budget and finances, including compliance with public and private donor requirements and CI policies.

    Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Local and/or international travel of 25% or more, often in difficult travel conditions.
    Ability to work in remote locations or under difficult working conditions.
    Guidance on flexible work arrangements will be shared during the interview process.

    Qualifications
    Required

    Bachelor’s degree with ten (10) or more years of relevant professional experience in accounting, transactional finance, investment analysis/management, development finance, impact investment, related disciplines, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    Five (5) or more years of experience supervising others including multi-disciplinary teams. Proven leadership skills and success in effectively inspiring and engaging diverse working groups in a multicultural environment.
    Senior-level program or project management experience in a corporate, global conservation, NGO, or related industry context. Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects or initiatives involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
    Superior technical and analytical skills and abilities. Demonstrated ability to analyze, synthesize, and effectively interpret complex economic, financial, scientific, technical, and other data and information for diverse, multi-disciplinary audiences.
    Advanced knowledge of private market debt and equity investment analysis techniques, metrics, and tools. Demonstrated ability to perform robust financial and investment analysis integrating both qualitative and quantitative data and analytical techniques. Demonstrated knowledge of current conservation finance, impact investment, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing trends.
    Demonstrated ability to translate and apply visionary, innovative, and leading-edge thinking and approaches to design solutions that address complex professional challenges.
    Excellent organization and time management skills.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated experience in the development and delivery of finance and investment-related presentation content and recommendations for senior-level audiences.
    A record of success partnering with, and influencing, key stakeholders and successfully raising funds.
    Proven ability to multitask and meet priorities. Adept at working in a dynamic, fast-paced, highly matrixed organizational environment with limited supervision.
    Fluency in English is required.

    Preferred

    MBA or equivalent credential.
    Fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, or French.

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  • Programme Accountant Programme Director Regional Programme Manager

    Programme Accountant Programme Director Regional Programme Manager

    ABOUT THE ROLE
    The Programme Accountant will provide timely, accurate and efficient accounting, budgeting and financial management support to the Learning for Life (L4L): Building a Resilient and Responsive Health Workforce in line with Amref’s financial and relevant policies and guidelines, and with the donor grant agreement and compliance guidelines. This is a 4-year programme in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation that will be implemented in Kenya, Senegal and Zambia during this first phase. The estimated ratio of health workers per population in Africa is 11.2 workers per 10,000 people, far below the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommended ratio of 44.5. It is estimated that the global shortage of health workers will increase from 12 to 18 million by 2030 – which translates to a shortage of six million health workers. Africa also has the world’s fastest growing population, which presents governments and policy makers with both opportunities and challenges to ensure sufficient livelihood opportunities for its young population. To address these challenges and accelerate the current Universal Health Coverage (UHC) gains, Amref is implementing this innovative, multi-country, multi-million dollar programme with the ultimate aim of contributing to increased and sustainable job creation within primary health care (PHC) sectors across Africa.
    Reporting to ICD’s Senior Programme Accountant, s/he will ensure effective utilization of programme funds through budget performance monitoring and ensure preparation of financial reports for internal and external (donor) consumption in accordance with donor regulation and organizational policies.
    ABOUT YOU
    You are a box checker who likes to get things in the right way at the right time. You are highly organised and have great attention to detail. You are able to work with people from across cultures and have a high level of EQ. You are a problem solver, thrive under pressure, can prioritise, and are resilient. You can communicate financial matters to non-finance people, allowing them to better understand the data for decision making. You’re a team player!
    PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
    Budget Preparation, Monitoring, Operations and Growth

     Prepare annual operational budgets by determining funds available, determining activities scheduled for the year and their cost and translating these to an operational budget in the Amref format
     Periodically monitor the programme’s budget performance through budget vs actuals (BVA) analysis and ensure that performance is within the expected ranges.
     Ensure that approval of expenditure for the various projects is timely and in line with the donor approved budgets and organizational policies.
     Maintain programme asset register and liaise with key stakeholders on asset management and disposal
     Support the proposal development process and ensure that budgets for any new phase of the programme are prepared in line with Amref’s and donor budgeting guidelines.

    Programme Financial Performance Review

     Review programme progress on a month by month basis and provided reports view to improving performance and resolving challenges
     Collect and collate financial reports from all programme cost centre accountants and prepare a monthly summary report to guide the programme team on decision making
     Review of the monthly income and expenditure statements with cost centre accountants and with the Regional Programme Managers to ensure expenditure is in line with expected performance.
     Review staff debtors’ reports and taking the necessary decisions on recoveries to be made for long outstanding debts.
     Process, approve and code expenditure (claims, imprest, surrenders, field office returns and Procurement Requests) and internal recoveries in accordance with approved work plans and budgets
     Carry out regular review meetings with the programme team to resolve and discuss various financial and accounting issues and queries
     Prepare periodic budgetary control statements to determine financial performance of the programme
     Provide financial technical support to programme teams as needed

    Cash Balance Monitoring

     Monitor cash balances
     Make or trigger cash call downs as appropriate Audits
     Take lead in supporting internal and external audits conducted for the programme
     Prepare Financial Statements and support schedules for audit
     Take lead in resolution of audit findings by implementing audit recommendations.

    EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
    Education and Experience

     Bachelor degree in relevant areas such as finance and accounting, business administration, or related field.
     Full professional accounting qualification e.g. Certified Public Accountant.
     Membership of professional accounting body will be an added advantage
     At least 3 years accounting experience in financial and project accounting, budgeting and financial reporting, preferably in the NGO environment
     Experience in handing multi-currency transactions
     Experience in grants management
     Experience in data entries and using accounting software, Microsoft Navision ERP is an added advantage;

    Skills and Competencies:

     Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
     Good command of English;
     Good knowledge of using Excel, Word and Power Point;
     Integrity;
     Team work;
     Problem-solving;
     Ability to work under pressure;
     Ability to prioritize own workload and work with minimal supervision.

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    Apply via :

    recruitment.amref.org

  • Project Finance Officer

    Project Finance Officer

    Job Description
    Reporting to the Country Finance Manager and liaising with Treasury group, Project Managers, Project Directors and other staff involved in project finances and planning the project finance officer will render support to a number of active projects and be responsible for:

    Supporting the preparation of project budgets and Full Cost Recovery (FCR) projections.
    Providing the Country Finance Manager with project financials for the Country Annual Plan and Mid-Year Review.
    Familiarization with the project budget, the translation to the relevant project documents as per the project management procedures, all donor requirements, reporting dates, formats and SNV internal reporting requirements.
    Supporting the project manager in preparing budget revisions compliant with SNV and donor procedures and guidelines.
    Monitoring project contracts and contributing to efficient planning and time management of the members of the project, including staff, LCB’s and consultants.
    Ensuring financial transactions are recorded according to the Project Administration Memo (PAM), project management procedures and SNV Financial procedures into the financial system.
    Reviewing and checking that data, time and costs booked to the project are according to the project management and financial procedures, checking periodically (weekly and monthly) together with the Project Manager and correcting errors where necessary.
    With the support of the Project Manager and other project staff, preparing timely, complete, and accurate financial reports to the donor according to donor guidelines and compliant with the project management and financial procedures.
    Providing monthly reports, including cash flow forecasts, budgetary controls and up to date overview of the financial project status to the Project Manager, Project Director, Country Finance Manager and Country Management, explaining deviations and proposing corrective measures.
    Providing the financials of the quarterly Project Review Report (PRR), explaining deviations, and proposing corrective measures and supporting the Project Manager in completing the other topics of the PRR.
    With the support of the Project Manager and other project staff, preparing monthly financial planning and forecast for the current year and for the entire project duration.
    Organizing, documenting, and archiving relevant documentation, keeping files complete and up to date and maintaining quality and accessibility of archive and files while conforming to administrative and filing procedures.
    Ensuring all supporting documents for donor reporting are made available according to donor requirements and as per project management procedures.
    Supporting internal and external audit exercises.
    Timely prepare donor invoices in conjunction with Project Manager and Project Director.
    Fund Management of grantees in the project which includes, with the project team advise on the financial due diligence for onboarding new grantees, coordination of disbursements to project grantees with the donor, review of grantees financial report. Practical experience in fund management and result based financing.
    Maintaining asset list at project level.

    Qualifications
    Basic Requirements

    Professional accounting qualifications e.g. CPA (K), ACCA up to the final level or similar level of knowledge and skills acquired in similar roles.
    A Master’s degree in the related field will be an added advantage.
    At least 5 years relevant working experience in an international project organization.
    At least 5 years relevant working experience in financial accounting of which 2-3 years in project accounting/control.
    Demonstrated work experience and knowledge of fund management, donor regulations and compliance issues related to management of donor funding and financial reporting.
    Experience with financial systems.
    Experience with SAP (SAP by Design; SAP R3) is an added advantage.
    Experience of working in a multicultural environment.

    Core Competencies

    High level of integrity.
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
    Advanced Excel and analytical skills
    Team player with excellent interpersonal skills
    Proactive and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
    Excellent organizational skills
    Able to prioritize tasks and manage multiple activities.
    Attention to detail.
    Able to meet tight deadlines under pressure.

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    jobs.smartrecruiters.com

  • Executive Finance Controller – Renewables/Construction – Kenya

    Executive Finance Controller – Renewables/Construction – Kenya

    Involved in both the development and operations phases of construction, your experience encompasses the monitoring of project budget approvals, cash flow forecasting, lender debt drawdown processes, and valuations.
    Additionally, you are highly adept at preparing and managing budgets for renewable energy projects, ensuring that there is undeniable value for investment. With a particular affinity for development, construction, and operating asset capex, you are the exact Group Finance controller that we are looking for.

    Grab this opportunity with both hands, apply now!
    Education Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or other relevant financial field
    Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACMA/ACA)

    Experience Requirements

    Extensive experience in accounting or consolidating field
    Experience with financial and management accounting
    ERP or general ledger experience highly advantageous
    Previous experience with a global organisation highly desirable

    Responsibilities

    Lead the preparation of the Group’s monthly management report
    Lead the monthly close-out calls for Business Development and Construction
    Provide high-quality quarterly variance analysis for the aforementioned areas
    Collaborate closely with Group Planning and Treasury teams to ensure accurate reflection of Group cash impacts, including tracking accrual vs. cash-based reporting
    Serve as the primary contact for Business Development Project Managers for all project-related IFS queries, seeking support from the in-house IFS team when necessary
    Actively seek improvements to Business Development project management processes and IFS reporting to enhance controls, data insights, and user experience
    Ensure timely creation of new projects in IFS and inform the Financial Control and Business Development project teams accordingly
    Monitor project budget approvals and alert Project Managers early on the need for additional budget approvals
    Assist local finance teams in managing the financial aspects across the project lifecycle
    Support the shareholder equity and lender debt drawdown process, ensuring timely communication of equity draw timing and amounts to the Group
    Act as the primary contact for operating asset teams regarding capex reporting queries, seeking support from the in-house IFS team as necessary

    Skills

    Strong financial management and accounting skills
    Highly organised and results driven
    Analytical approach to problem solving
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Proficient in MS Office Suite

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    www.altgen.com

  • Finance Manager, Kenya Vector Control Activity

    Finance Manager, Kenya Vector Control Activity

    In 2021, USAID Kenya awarded Abt Associates, the Kenya Vector Control Activity. It seeks to build on PMI investments under PMI AIRS and VectorLink. The purpose of the project is to plan, implement, provide technical assistance for, monitor and evaluate critical malaria vector control activities. This includes indoor residual spraying (IRS) and insecticide treated net (ITN) activities for prevention of malaria in Kenya. The project has six objectives: (1) indoor residual spraying and other proven vector control interventions, (2) entomological monitoring and surveillance, (3) ITN durability monitoring (4) data driven decision making to inform strategic deployment of ITNs and IRS, (5) capacity building of Kenya national malaria program and selected counties and (6) continuous net distribution system in the community through multiple channels. In 2023, Abt Associates shall implement IRS in Busia and Migori Counties and other vector control activities in other counties thereafter as determined by USAID Kenya.

    Core Responsibilities

    Directly supervise an accountant and finance assistant.
    Manage project’s QuickBooks entries.

    Review new vendor records or update existing vendors.
    Review payment authorization form.
    Review, compile and upload supporting documents into accounting system ensuring that the appropriate approvals are obtained, supporting documents package complete and up to Abt and USAID standards.
    Prepare weekly and monthly bank and Mpesa Wallet reconciliations.
    Record expenditures, income, and any other transactions in accounting system
    Confirm that the expenditure types, descriptions, and charge codes are entered correctly.
    Respond to all issue tracking comments.

    Update the project monthly projections and prepare site monthly funding request.
    Review and approve project activity and procurement requisitions against approved budget.
    Participate and support the project annual workplan and budgeting process.
    Review and assure all expenses and supporting documents are compliant with Abt and USAID policies and procedures, are filed in an orderly manner and are audit ready.
    Support in the recruitment, training, and supervision of seasonal finance assistants.
    Oversee petty cash management and conduct periodic cash counts.
    Review travel reports and ensure all advances are cleared within 30 days of travel per Abt policies.
    Manage the DA1 process ensuring follow ups to vendors, correct recording and tracking of payments received and reporting to client.
    Generate community service providers and support staff timesheet and payroll to facilitate timely and accurate payments.
    Process all government taxes and other statutory payments monthly as per government schedule avoiding any tax penality in accordance with the local law.
    Ensure timely monthly preparation of staff payroll by applying the appropriate deductions.
    Track staff vacation and sick leave.
    Assist DCOP Finance and Administration to develop and implement sound internal controls.
    Conduct periodic inventory of the government property and update the inventory list(s).
    Support the startup, general operations, and closedown of the vector control program
    Any other duties as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications
    What we Value

    Bachelor’s Degree + Nine years of relevant experience, or Master’s Degree + six years of relevant experience, or PhD+ four years of relevant experience
    CPA/ACCA qualifications.
    Experience in payroll management, petty cash management, financial reporting, and budget tracking.
    Excellent analytical and computer skills, with strong experience in Excel and QuickBooks or Quicken

    Preferred Qualifications

    Master’s degree in finance, Acounting, Business Administration, or other relevant field.
    At least 6 years of professional experience managing financial and contractual aspects of international development projects, preferably USAID-funded projects.
    Well-developed and effective organizational skills, including to ability to multi-task and work in a high-pressure environment
    Significant experience managing and supervising financial and procurement management personnel.
    Familiarity with US Government Cost Accounting Standards.
    Experience supporting logistics, procurement, and supply chain management teams highly desirable.

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  • Subawards and Partnership Compliance Director Research Assistant MEAL Officer

    Subawards and Partnership Compliance Director Research Assistant MEAL Officer

    Under the direction of and in collaboration with the Senior Director of Compliance and Policy, the Subaward & Partnership Compliance Director is responsible for leading the IRC’s C&P Subaward & Partnership team. The director plays a key role in shaping policies and practices, to give advice on and support the efficient and compliant administration of subawards, partnerships, and subcontracts focused on ensuring conformity with award terms and conditions, donor rules and regulations, mitigation of business risk, and adherence to IRC policies and procedures.

    Key working relationships

    All AMU teams, Crisis Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD), Resettlement, Asylum and Integration (RAI), Ethics and Compliance Unit, Finance, Office of the General Counsel, Global Supply Chain, Human Resources.

    Key Accountabilities
    Leadership

    As part of the Compliance & Policy Management Team (Senior Director of Compliance and Policy, Compliance Director for USG awards, and Compliance Director for European and UN donors, and this role) and AMU Leaders team, serve as a key partner and relationship builder to strengthen collaboration within AMU and with IRC departments.
    Participate and/or lead in AMU-wide and/or IRC-wide initiatives/projects as discussed with the Senior Director – Compliance & Policy
    Oversee recruitment, development, management and retention of high-performing team members.
    Ensure that the team is a diverse and inclusive team that can attract talent from all backgrounds and has a supportive internal culture where people feel valued, respected and included.
    Set a high standard for HQ support to AMU/other IRC service departments and field support to CRRD and RAI offices, with an understanding of field constraints and the ultimate impact of IRC’s work.
    Create and maintain a results-driven, solution-oriented and empowering culture that values donor compliance across the full subaward cycle.
    Represent IRC to donors, consortium partners, partners and other organizations, with regards to subaward and subcontract matters as needed.
    Collaborate with AMU, Finance, the Ethics and Compliance Unit, the Office of the General Counsel, Operations, and IRC’s global network (CRRD & RAI) to promote a culture of compliance.

    Systems development

    As part of contract readiness activities, support the development of policies, guidelines, procedures, standards, work processes, manuals, metrics and methodologies for successful and comprehensive subcontract management.
    Work closely with the Senior Director C&P, the wider C&P team and other IRC service departments to develop, review and update IRC policies, tools, templates and guidelines as needed to ensure optimal implementation of PEERS and subcontracting SOPs/manuals.
    In collaboration with the wider C&P team, ensure the development of relevant templates and terms and conditions for sub-contracts and partnership agreements, and other guidance documents as needed.
    Responsible for ensuring that efficient and donor compliant subaward management processes are implemented across IRC, including fine-tuning subaward templates and tools, streamlining the subaward management processes, surfacing innovations related to the structure and execution of subawards

    Escalated subaward advice (partnerships and subcontracts)

    Support S&P team members in providing sophisticated and expert advice on the application of PEERs from pre-award to close-out for partnerships and subcontracts.
    Identify areas of significant risks and advises senior management and project staff on critical subaward management issues and risk mitigation
    Support S&P team members and IRC teams to trouble-shoot and find solutions to donor compliance issues where they occur under a specific subaward or subcontract
    Provide senior management guidance to support all aspects of the subaward processes in accordance with IRC’s partnership and subcontracting principles and policies, including but not limited to providing advice and guidance on selecting, negotiating, and awarding sub-awards;
    Support, and at times lead, communications with partners and subcontractors on compliance matters and award negotiations.
    Assist in trouble-shooting issues as they arise.
    Other responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Director.

    Qualifications

    At least 5 – 8 years supporting a donor compliant subaward process;
    Comprehensive knowledge of partnership principles;
    Experience with one or more of IRC’s statutory donors (USAID, FCDO, ECHO, etc);
    Supervision experience;
    Demonstrated highly efficient risk assessment and analysis practices;
    Effective partnership capacity building experience;
    Excellent written and research skills;
    Strong interpersonal skills, collegial and collaborative, high energy, and creative leader;
    Ability to create and maintain effective systems for managing information and tools for making information accessible and understandable to a broad audience.

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  • Regional Tax Policy and Advocacy Lead

    Regional Tax Policy and Advocacy Lead

    BURN is looking for a Regional Tax Policy and Advocacy Lead who will be responsible for supporting the Corporate Affairs team’s execution of tax, duties and compliance projects in all countries by ensuring that the business complies with relevant laws and regulations set by governments and that BURN is positioned to negotiate the most conducive tax and duties environments across all countries.
    Candidates will demonstrate a combination of technical knowledge, analytical skills, and interpersonal abilities regarding regional policies and regulations concerning import and export duties and local applicable taxes in Africa. Ideally, candidates will have excellent project management skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
    The successful candidate will work closely with the Director of Corporate Affairs, to create cross-departmental project management tools and processes that enshrine the company’s mission, support the policy team initiatives, manage crisis communication, and ensure that all external communication and activities are aligned with the organization’s goals and values to operationalize a conducive tax and duty environment for the company.

    Duties and Responsibilities:

    Advocating for favourable tax policies and regulations that benefit the company’s interests.
    Analysing tax and duty legislation to negotiate favourable tax and duty frameworks for BURN across all countries of operations.
    Building relationships with lawmakers to build rapport leading critical negotiations for tax and duty reviews.
    Lobbying government officials for favourable legislation.
    Providing strategic guidance on tax-related matters to BURN leadership.
    They may also collaborate with other departments to align lobbying efforts with broader corporate objectives.
    Any other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Corporate Affairs from time to time.

    Skills and Experience:

    Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, economics or a related field.
    5 years of work experience in a similar role
    Knowledge of Tax Laws and Regulations: A deep understanding of tax laws, regulations, and compliance requirements is essential for interpreting and applying them effectively.
    Attention to Detail: Being meticulous and detail-oriented is crucial for reviewing financial documents, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring accuracy in tax filings.
    Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze financial data, detect patterns, and identify potential issues or irregularities is important for conducting audits and investigations.
    Problem-Solving Skills: Tax compliance officers often encounter complex tax issues and challenges. Strong problem-solving skills enable them to find solutions and address compliance issues effectively.
    Communication Skills: Effective communication skills are essential for explaining tax laws and compliance requirements to taxpayers, as well as for presenting findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
    Ethical Integrity: Tax compliance officers must adhere to high ethical standards and maintain integrity in their work, especially when handling sensitive financial information and making compliance-related decisions.
    Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining positive relationships with taxpayers, colleagues, and regulatory stakeholders is important for fostering cooperation and facilitating compliance efforts.
    Technology Proficiency: Proficiency with tax software, financial management systems, and data analysis tools is beneficial for managing and analyzing financial data efficiently.
    Certified Chartered Tax Advisor (CTA)
    Advanced degree in Business Administration
    Negotiation skills
    Project management skills
    Knowledge of developing and maintaining relations with external stakeholders

    Apply via :

    burnmanufacturing.applytojob.com