World Vision International NGO Grants Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya
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Key Responsibilities:
Grant Financial Monitoring and Reporting
Ensure aligned budgets are posted in SUN
Monitor budget commitments and follow up on the pending commitments
Review and advice on project coding
Review project expenses for accuracy and completeness
Prepare analysis of grant expenditure for management action to help in monitoring the burn rate for grants and special projects.
Prepare donor reports for grants projects as allocated
Provide timely feedback on any inquiries on the allocated projects financial performance.
Grant acquisition:
Development of proposal budget for continued Government, Multilateral and PNS funding to National office.
Preparation and submission of realistic, accurate and timely budgets that are compliant with the donor rules and regulations.
Timely revision of budgets in line with project needs and donor regulations.
Review of budgets developed by field accountants.
Review of budgets developed by partners.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure grant implementation and reporting follows donor rules and regulations.
Ensure grant projects close out procedures are done according to the donor guidelines.
Work closely with the procurement department to ensure compliance with grants procurement guidelines
Reconcile LDRs with the payroll.
Coordinate grant project audits & reviews and follow up on recommendations to ensure 100% implementation.
Facilitate storage of financial reports and records pertaining to the Program in line with the donor and WV requirements.
Identify and mitigate financial risks facing the grant through riskconnect
Under-take frequent field visits to identify and review risks facing the grant projects allocatedSub-grantee Management
Support RAM department in conducting due diligence for new sub-grantees.
Support Program Officers in the sub-granting process, ensuring grant agreement are well executed.
Monitor sub-grantee financial performance and adherence to donor regulations
Enhance financial capacity of Sub grantees through continuous training based on need and the due diligence outcomes
Review of sub-grantee’s financial report
Maintain records and files on each sub-grantee
Other
Perform any other duties as requested by the supervisor
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of financial management experience.
Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision
Strong leadership and demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team prioritize tasks and manage multiple activities with attention to detail, meeting tight deadlines under pressure
Bachelor of Commerce, Economics, Accounting or Finance or related field.
CPA (K)
Practical experience of using SUN system accounting Software is preferred
Advanced excel and analytical skills Strong budgetary and financial management skills
Experience in supervision skills, including training, mentoring and supporting staff
Ability to maintain performance expectations in diverse cultural contexts, stressful environments and physical hardship conditions with limited resources
Ability to work on a cross-cultural environment with a multi-national staff.
Ability to solve complex problems and to exercise independent judgment.
Compatibility with WV’s Mission, ethos, policies and core values.
A team player.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; World Vision International NGO Grants Finance Officer Jobs in Kenya
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