Médecins Sans Frontières Deputy Finance Coordinator Jobs in Kenya
Main Purpose
Supporting the Finance Coordinator through delegated tasks and responsibilities, replacing him/her in his/her absence and participating in the implementation and management of finance strategies, policies, the internal control system and all financial administrative and legal issues in the mission, according to MSF protocols, standards and procedures, in order to provide accurate, transparent, timely and reliable financial information to the organization and third parties on the allocation of resources in the projects
Accountabilities
Participating actively in the definition and monitoring of the financial operational and budget needs and the financial strategy of the mission, providing support in the assessment and mitigation of the financial risks of the mission and in the implementation of the relevant organizational setup in order to meet all financial obligations while keeping financial ethics respected at all times.
Supporting the Finance Coordinator in the implementation and respect of MSF policies and guidelines, ensuring they are aligned with legal requirements and within the national legal framework, and designing or adapting relevant local policies, procedures and tools for optimized management of the mission’s financial resources.
Supporting the Finance Manager in the management of the treasury, including the whole accounting of the mission in order to ensure the smooth running of operations at all times and maintaining as much control as possible on financial risks.
Participating in the management of funding agreements with donors and in providing regular and adequate indicators to monitor the financial health of the mission, providing relevant cost analysis, regularly monitoring of expenses vs budget, analyzing variances and suggesting corrective actions when needed. Assisting in the collection of information on resources and translating them into a budget.
Supporting the Finance Coordinator in ensuring the proper application of HR policies and associated processes (recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, evaluation, potential, detection, staff’s development and internal communication) in order to ensure both the sizing and the amount of knowledge required for the finance activities.
Participating in the coordination and supervision of the monthly and yearly closing of accounts with the aim that the statement reflects the financial reality of the mission.
Performing tasks delegated by the Finance Coordinator and replacing him/her in his/her absence.
When requested replacing other members of the capital or project finance teams during their absence
Organisational evolution/mutualisation dossiers are a major intersection priority in Kenya as Nairobi is the humanitarian hub in the EA Region. Total budget of the mission in 2024: approx. 11 million CHF. Donors to follow-up in 2024 (grant for Mombasa and Dagahaley projects).
Supporting the projects and their respective team, and conducting field visits to the projects/emergencies/explo when required:
Participating in the coordination and the support during local audits.
Technical supervision of the ACMA and the Field Admin (FIN/HR Managers), although the Finance Coordinator remains their main supervisor.
Requirements
Education
Essential Degree in Finance/ Economics
Experience
Experience in budget management
Experience in team management
Desirable working experience in MSF or other NGOs
Languages
English and Swahili
Knowledge of Somali language will be an advantage
Knowledge
Essential computer literacy (word, excel, ERP and internet)
How to Apply
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