Position
Title: Finance and Administration Manager
Operation Base: Nairobi, Kenya
FIPS-Africa
is a non-profit private company registered in Kenya. Its main objective is to
improve the livelihoods of small-scale farmers in the region by improving their
access to appropriate farm inputs and information on their utilisation.
FIPS-Africa
is seeking a qualified and experienced professional for the position of Finance and Administration Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
This
key position is responsible for the management of the financial, procurement
and administrative functions of FIPS-Africa.
The
incumbent will lead the budgeting process of FIPS-Africa’s operations, provide
leadership to the finance and administration team and lead the development and
implementation of policies and procedures including appropriate internal
controls.
The
position holder will ensure that the functional, efficient and quality systems
for Financial Management and Administration (Procurement, Human Resources and
General Office Administration), are adhered to by the team, and that they are
regularly reviewed for continuous system improvement that meet the highest
standards in accordance with organizational strategy. The individual will work
closely with donors and partner organizations on financial management issues.
One
of the main tasks is to lead the development, review, and approval of
financial, procurement, human resources and general administration policies and
procedures manuals.
The
manuals should ensure compliance with organizational policies and that they are
in line with best international practices and in conformity with local laws to
provide for quality and cost-effective implementation of the work of
FIPS-Africa.
Required
Competencies and Qualifications:
- Applicants must be holders of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management (or equivalent) AND a qualified Accountant (CPA or ACCA). A Master in Business Administration (MBA) will be an added advantage.
- At least 7-years professional experience in Financial Management and Administration, the last 3 years working at Senior Management level in a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO).
- Experience in budgeting, budget monitoring and financial reporting to various stakeholders.
- Experience in management of human resources, procurement and general administrative functions
- Experience in writing policies and procedures as well as process evaluation.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and ability to work in a multi-cultural setting
- Working knowledge of accounting packages especially QuickBooks
- Proficiency in Internet and Microsoft applications
Additional
requirements include integrity, accountability and professionalism.
Self-management, networking, team work, capacity builder, mentor and role model
for staff.
Other
requirements include the ability to work under demanding deadlines and handle
several tasks simultaneously.
Terms
of Employment / Appointment:
The
successful candidate will serve a three-month probation period. The appointment
will initially be for 2 years, with possible renewal subject to satisfactory
performance and availability of funds.
Remuneration: A negotiable
remuneration, depending on qualifications and experience will be negotiated
with the successful candidate.
Application
procedures:
Interested
and qualified persons should send their application letters, curriculum vitae,
key academic documents by email to: farminputpromotionsafrica@gmail.com
Closing
date for receiving applications is July 16, 2012.
Only
short listed candidates will be contacted.
Those
who will not have heard from us within two months of publication of the
advertisement should consider their applications unsuccessful.