Job Description
Finance Jobs In Kenya.
BirdLife International is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced individual for the position of Finance Officer. The main responsibilities are to support the finance coordinator in effective financial management of the projects in the BirdLife Nairobi office by supporting in project donor reporting, compliance and supporting the partners in the financial management.
Required skills, experience, and qualifications:
• University degree in Finance or Accounting, or business and Professional accounting certification, ACCA, CPA finalist with good knowledge of financial and program management principles and practices.
• Audit experience will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP systems) is an added advantage.
• Proven experience at similar level, in accountancy, financial management and administration, preferably in an international and multicultural work environment. Experience in an NGO is an added advantage. An excellent knowledge of Excel spreadsheets and good computer literacy in all standard Microsoft Office applications and social media
• Willingness to demonstrate resourcefulness, initiative, integrity, sense of confidentiality, astuteness, and the ability to identify problem areas and solve them effectively and efficiently.
• Willingness to travel at short notice when required (but not much travel foreseen)
Salary & benefits:
• Commensurate with experience and qualifications and in accordance with BirdLife International, Africa Division terms and conditions.
• Length/duration of this position: 2 years (renewable)
• Working hours: Full time 40 hours per week
• Date when the job expected to start: January 2024