FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development
organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing
integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health,
Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender,
Youth, Research and Technology- creating a unique mix of capabilities to
address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than
60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently
seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director, Finance – GPM in
Nairobi,Kenya.
organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing
integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health,
Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender,
Youth, Research and Technology- creating a unique mix of capabilities to
address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than
60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently
seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director, Finance – GPM in
Nairobi,Kenya.
Position Description:
The Director Finance will provide overall financial
management for a portfolio of projects in Kenya country office.
Responsibilities include monitoring of projects finances, preparing country
office budgets, managing financial reporting to clients, ensuring adherence to
funder rules and regulations, coordinating with headquarters on financial
information, providing financial technical assistance to develop the capacity
of FHI 360 partner organizations and entities in the country, and acting as a
resource for project staff on finance-related issues. This position is
contingent upon funder approval of key personnel.
management for a portfolio of projects in Kenya country office.
Responsibilities include monitoring of projects finances, preparing country
office budgets, managing financial reporting to clients, ensuring adherence to
funder rules and regulations, coordinating with headquarters on financial
information, providing financial technical assistance to develop the capacity
of FHI 360 partner organizations and entities in the country, and acting as a
resource for project staff on finance-related issues. This position is
contingent upon funder approval of key personnel.
The Director Finance will:
- Provides leadership and support for all
country office projects financial management areas including, accounting,
travel, payments, reporting systems and procedures for the FHI 360 Kenya
country office and regional offices. - Plans, directs and manages project budgets in
accordance with the approved annual budget and monitors the expenditures
on an on-going basis. - Oversees the timely completion and accuracy of
monthly financial reports (GFAS and other reports recommended by funding
agencies) prepared for submission to FHI 360 headquarters and funding
agencies. - Oversees the management and reporting of cost
share and ensures that FHI 360 achieves the results of which it is
responsible for under the donor agreement. - Oversees the maintenance of adequate financial
resources in-country to support monthly program operations and subproject
reimbursements. - Ensures appropriate monitoring of subprojects
to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals. - Ensures all activities related to financial
management are carried out in conformance with policies and procedures
established by FHI 360 and funders. - Supervises Country Office finance staff
- Ensures project budgets, accounting, and
fiscal control procedures are implemented effectively and compliantly. - Oversees and ensures compliant pre-award audit
of new implementation agencies and subproject budget development. - Oversees and ensures monitoring and review of
subproject financial reports to ensure compliance with subproject budgets
and FHI 360 policies. - Ensures project resources are utilized in
accordance with applicable FHI 360 and donor policies and procedures. - Contributes to resource development efforts;
leads or participates in proposal development process. - Oversees and may provide support to internal
audit functions. - Oversees and ensures quality financial
operations throughout FHI 360 Kenya country programs and participates and
contributes to the overall mission of FHI 360. - Performs other related duties as assigned by
supervisor.
Minimum Requirements:
- MBA/MA/MS or a related advanced Degree in
Accounting, Finance with a minimum of 10 year’s experience in financial
management and administration, preferably in a regional and/or
multi-partner context. Must be a Certified Public Accountant (K) - Significant, demonstrated experience in
managing donor funds. - Strong working knowledge of USAID financial
management policies, procedures and practices. - Must have demonstrable hands-on experience
with an accounting system and high-degree of competency in MS Excel and
other accounting packages. - Demonstrated experience in supervision and
managing a team required. - Excellent communication skills in English
required and proficiency in Swahili is an added advantage. - Experience working with an international
non-governmental organization preferred.
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package.
Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360’s Career Center at
www.fhi360.org/Careers through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org Please
submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify
source in your application.
Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360’s Career Center at
www.fhi360.org/Careers through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org Please
submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify
source in your application.
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