The Youth Enterprise Development Fund is a State Corporation
under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
The Youth Fund provides loans and business development services
to youth enterprises.
Accountant Assistant
2 Positions
Ref AA/11/2012
Reporting to: Senior Accountant
The accounts assistant will prepare and maintain accurate
records and provide timely information to facilitate decision making and
efficient management within the finance function.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Timely
and accurate preparation of Payment Vouchers, Imprest Warrants Vouchers,
Imprest Surrender Vouchers and Journal Entries
- Timely
and accurate preparation of audit schedules and supporting schedules
- Timely
receipting and banking of all revenues
- Preparation
of timely and accurate bank reconciliations
- Preparation
of timely and accurate staff accounts reconciliations
- Accurate
and timely postings of data into IFMIS with due regard to cut off dates
- Accurate
and timely filling of all processed and unprocessed documents
- Accurate
labeling of all files and maintaining an updated inventory of all files
- Preparation
of periodic progress reports
- Other
duties as may be assigned from time to time
Qualifications /Competencies
- Minimum
qualification of CPA II
- Those
with a degree/diploma in business related field will be an added advantage
- Minimum
of one year experience working in a busy accounts department
- Proven
knowledge & experience in working with computers & accounting
software
- Proficiency
in written and verbal communication skills
- Good
understanding and experience in all aspects of accounting and financial
management including management of donor funds
- Ability
to meet strict deadlines is mandatory
- Exposure
to computerized financial systems and experience in public sector accounting
and
- Honesty,
integrity and creativity are a must.
Credit Officer
2 Positions
Ref CO/11/2012
Reporting to: Credit Manager
Credit officer will be based at the Head quarters.
He/she can be transferred to work in any of our Regional Offices
depending on the need as at that time.
He/she will work hand in hand with the Regional Coordinators,
Assistant Regional Coordinators and Constituency Officers, to ensure individual
and (or ) youth groups are able to access credit from the Fund, their businesses
are well and are able to repay their Loans.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Receive
potential clients, conduct initial assessment, assist clients in
completion of applications and prepare loan analysis and recommendations
- Oversee
mobilization of youth groups, loan appraisal and disbursements of loans to
individual youth and groups
- Assist
in monitoring and evaluation of loans given to youth groups and prepare
monthly status report for each constituency
- Carry
out trainings to the youth
- Update
monthly basis repayments made by each group in assigned constituency from
the bank statements of the collection accounts
- Follow
up on weak groups with the assistance of Constituency Officers and the
District Youth Officers, provide required advisory and remedial services
when required and prepare monthly status reports for each Constituency
- Prepare
payment schedules for each Constituency based on the field returns
emanating from the Districts after vouching compliance by the Region and
Committee with the vetting procedures
- Responsible
for system input and maintenance of loans, credit analysis, security
documentation and maintenance, preparation of letters of offer , reports
and maintenance of data in IFMIS
- Answer
queries from local leaders and other stakeholders on issues relating to
the Constituency based loan products
Qualifications
- A
first degree in Business Related Field from a reputable university.
Specialized training in credit or Micro Finance will be an added advantage
- A
masters degree in a business discipline will be an added advantage
- Over
3 years experience in credit , preferably in a Microfinance Finance
Institutions
- Ability
to manage all aspects of lending cycle for the Fund’s lending products
- Possession
of good analytical and reporting skills
- Willingness
to travel to remote rural areas, passion and eagerness to assist and help
empower the most marginalized youth across the constituencies.
- Possess
good interpersonal skills to interact with key stakeholders including
senior government officials
- Possess
good leadership skills, with ability to manage others
- Ability
to meet strict deadlines is mandatory
- Exposure
to computerized financial systems and experience in public sector
accounting and
- Honesty,
integrity and creativity are a must.
Drivers
2 Positions
Ref: DRV /11/2012
Reporting to: Administration Officer
The driver will be responsible for facilitation of movement of
the organization’s officers within the country.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate
an assigned vehicle in a safe and cautious manner
- Keep
the assigned vehicle(s) clean inside and outside
- Coordinate
the schedule for major or periodic vehicle maintenance with management and
staff
- Check
on the expiry of road licenses, insurance certificates and inspection
stickers
- Maintain
accurate, up to date records on trip sheets, customer transportation forms
vehicle condition reports and other records that are required from
management
- Service
as a positive role model while providing transportation service
Qualifications /Competencies
- Must
have undergone a suitability test from the Ministry of public works
- Be
holder of K.C.S.E grade D and above. Diplomas will be an added advantage.
- Possess
a clean driving license class B, C and E & at least 3 years driving
experience.
- First
aid /motor vehicle mechanics / Defensive driving certificates will be
added advantage
- Possess
good communication skills (both written & Spoken) and be a team player
- Knowledge
of roads in Nairobi & other parts of the country is essential
- Proficiency
in written and verbal communication skills
- Honesty,
integrity and creativity are a must.
Those fulfilling the requirements of the positions should submit
their applications together with a detailed C.V. and all relevant testimonials
stating current position, current remuneration, expected salary, email address
and telephone contacts.
All applications are also expected to quote the reference number
on the envelope and provide postal, telephone and email contacts of three
references and should be received by 14th December 2012.
All applications should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Youth Enterprise Development Fund
P.O. Box 48610-00100
Nairobi.
Youth Enterprise Development Fund
P.O. Box 48610-00100
Nairobi.
Youth Enterprise Development Fund is an equal opportunity
employer.
Potential male and female candidate with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.