Job Title: Finance Officer – Partnerships
Organization: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Location: Nairobi, with frequent travel to field offices within Kenya
Contract Duration: One-year contract with possibility of extension, subject to funding and performance
Availability: September 2024
About DRC:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian organization founded in 1956, operating in over 35 countries globally. In Kenya, DRC is a key player in protection efforts for refugees and host communities, focusing on protection monitoring, child protection, GBV prevention, economic recovery, and peace-building activities.
Overall Purpose of the Role:
The Finance Officer – Partnerships will support the Dadaab office in managing ABLIG Project functions, including partner mapping, due diligence, financial oversight, and capacity building.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Accounting/Finance/Internal Control:
- Perform Month-End Closure (MEC) processes in DRC Dynamics.
- Review and process payments ensuring compliance with IDRA, budget lines, and donor regulations.
- Maintain proper documentation and archiving in DRC Dynamics and SharePoint.
- Partners Financial Management:
- Oversight of partner financials and expenditure against project milestones.
- Conduct monitoring visits and liaise with partners for financial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with financial documentation and reporting standards.
- Compliance & Reporting:
- Support in audits and expenditure verification exercises.
- Facilitate auditor meetings and provide necessary documentation.
- Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business management or Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option).
- Minimum 3 years of experience in financial management with an international NGO, including partner financial oversight.
- CPA Part II qualification preferred.
- Experience with ERP Dynamics and advanced proficiency in Excel.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills in English; Swahili proficiency desirable.
- Familiarity with donor regulations and financial compliance.
Conditions:
- Salary and conditions according to DRC’s Terms of Employment.
- Applications should be submitted online via the DRC website by 1st August 2024.
- DRC promotes gender equality and encourages applications from female candidates and minority groups.
- DRC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive work environment.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online at DRC Vacancies Page by submitting a letter of application and CV. Only applications meeting the specified criteria and submitted via the online platform will be considered.
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