Farm
Input Promotions Africa (FIPS-Africa)
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 June 14, 2013.
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.
