Conservation
International
Building
upon a strong foundation of science, partnership and field demonstration,
Conservation International (CI) empowers societies to responsibly and
sustainably care for nature, our global biodiversity, for the well-being of
humanity.
We
accomplish this through the four pillars of our work:
- We
innovate to identify and implement practical and effective solutions to
problems. This innovation takes place throughout the organization and
relates to all aspects of CI’s work including science, field
implementation, policy, markets, partnerships, etc.
- We
promote healthy, sustainable economies to achieve those impacts
- We
demonstrate these impacts throughout CI geographies
- We
work through global agents of change, the major partners that help us
amplify and achieve global impact
Conservation
International’s Africa & Madagascar Field Division Office in Nairobi, is
seeking a highly motivated individual for the following position:
Finance
Coordinator
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
Job
Code: 812
# of
openings: 1
Description
Summary: The Finance / Accounting Coordinator is responsible for performing a range of accounting and financial-related duties under the direction of a Finance Manager or other senior Finance staff.
Summary: The Finance / Accounting Coordinator is responsible for performing a range of accounting and financial-related duties under the direction of a Finance Manager or other senior Finance staff.
Working
within a department, division or program, s/he plays a key role in
administering financial transactions in compliance with CI’s financial and
donor reporting policies and requirements.
Duties include reviewing and processing financial transactions which may include invoices, journal entries, petty cash, travel advances, payroll etc.
Duties include reviewing and processing financial transactions which may include invoices, journal entries, petty cash, travel advances, payroll etc.
S/he
also prepares journal entries, posts transactions in the financial system,
reconciles GL accounts and prepares financial reports.
The
Finance / Accounting Coordinator maintains financial records and archives and
assists with related operation and administrative duties as assigned.
The Finance/Accounting Coordinator assists in responding to staff queries, trains new employees and otherwise provides support for the efficient handling of financial transactions. S/he acts as a liaison with division and HQ finance staff to ensure financial best practices are in place and followed.
This position does not manage staff. Duties are performed under general direction and subject to general review.
Key Responsibilities
The Finance/Accounting Coordinator assists in responding to staff queries, trains new employees and otherwise provides support for the efficient handling of financial transactions. S/he acts as a liaison with division and HQ finance staff to ensure financial best practices are in place and followed.
This position does not manage staff. Duties are performed under general direction and subject to general review.
Key Responsibilities
- Review
and process invoices, financial transactions, and recurring/non-recurring
journal entries.
- Review
transactions for completeness, accuracy and proper documentation and
approvals prior to processing.
- Review
for compliance with CI policies and donor/partner requirements.
- Post
transactions to the general and subsidiary ledgers.
- Reconcile
subsidiary, general ledger and related financial accounts.
- Work
with senior finance staff and/or HQ Finance to resolve differences.
- Monitor
and project cash and expenses balances.
- Work
to ensure the timely closing of accounting periods.
- Prepare
donor and external partner statements and reports for management review.
- Assist
with the annual budget process as directed.
- Assist
management in responding to internal/external audit questions and requests
for information.
- Perform
other related duties as assigned.
People
and Resource Management Responsibilities
- This
position does not manage staff but assists less-experienced peers.
- Not
responsible for managing an individual budget or public or private funds
but reviews for compliance with CI policies and external partner/donor
agreements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting, CPA. 2 to 4 year experience accounting or related
work experience. Fund accounting experience preferred.
- Familiar
with accounting principles, processes, and standards.
- Experience
with accounting and financial reporting systems and software.
- Strong
Microsoft Excel and analytical skills.
- Attention
to detail, highly organized, ability to prioritize and multitask and meet
deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability
to maintain a positive attitude, service focus, and work independently and
as part of a diverse team.
- Foreign
language fluency a plus.
Working
Conditions
- Typical
office environment. May need to work beyond normal work hours to
meet reporting deadlines.
- No
travel expected.
- This
position will be based in Nairobi/Kenya, applicants will need to have the
ability to live and work there.
Contract
Duration: 1 year
with possibility of extension depending on performance and availability of
funding
CI Values
We expect that all employees will embrace the values of our organization.
CI Values
We expect that all employees will embrace the values of our organization.
- Passion:
We are inspired by nature and cherish the diversity of life in all of its
forms.
- Respect:
We respect and trust each other, and we embrace our diversity of cultures,
talents, and experiences.
- Integrity:
We act with integrity and are accountable for our actions.
- Optimism:
We are optimistic about the future of life on Earth and are confident
that, with our partners, we will achieve unprecedented conservation
results.
- Courage:
We tirelessly pursue our vision, taking bold action and persevering
through challenges.
- Teamwork:
We work together, recognizing that openness, collaboration and cooperation
are fundamental to achieving a healthy and prosperous world for all.
How to
Apply
CLICK HERE to apply online
Finance
Manager
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
Job
Code: 813
# of
openings: 1
Description
Summary: The Finance / Accounting Manager is responsible for generating financial reports, data and analysis needed in a variety of operational decisions.
Summary: The Finance / Accounting Manager is responsible for generating financial reports, data and analysis needed in a variety of operational decisions.
Working
within a department, division or program, s/he ensures the smooth operations of
financial functions and compliance with CI’s financial and /or donor reporting
policies and requirements.
In
field programs, the Finance/Accounting Manager typically oversees the efficient
management of a variety of accounting, finance and payroll functions as
assigned.
The Finance/Accounting Manager generates standard and ad-hoc financial reports and ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial information.
The Finance/Accounting Manager generates standard and ad-hoc financial reports and ensures the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial information.
S/he
oversees internal and donor financial reporting processes including managing
the budget, revenue and cash projections, donor financial compliance and audit
follow-up.
The
Finance/Accounting Manager serves as the primary point of contact for cost
center managers regarding financial processes and reporting.
S/he
works closely with division and HQ finance staff to ensure financial best
practices are followed.
As directed, the Finance/Accounting Manager provides ad-hoc analysis and forecasts to help management identify and secure new funding streams.
As directed, the Finance/Accounting Manager provides ad-hoc analysis and forecasts to help management identify and secure new funding streams.
S/he
must multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
This position supervises staff. Duties are performed under general direction.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
This position supervises staff. Duties are performed under general direction.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
- Prepare
and generate monthly, quarterly and periodic financial reports. Review
results with senior management.
- Review
financial data and transactions to ensure the accuracy of financial
reports. Ensure compliance with reporting standards, CI policies and
donor/partner requirements.
- Manage
the internal revenue allocation process, ensuring CI’s financial systems
accurately reflect agreed upon allocations.
- Payroll
processing and statutory deductions management.
- Review
monthly reconciliations of the general ledger, subsidiary ledgers and
related financial accounts.
- Work
with division and/or HQ staff to resolve differences.
- Prepare
donor statements and reports for management review prior to release to
fund managers, external partners, key donor and related stakeholders.
- Monitor
and project cash balances for all relevant donor programs.
- Function
as a direct liaison with Cost Center Managers and HQ Finance on financial,
time reporting and budgetary processes.
- Provide
ad-hoc analysis and projections in support of new funding
streams/opportunities, long-range financial plans and revenue campaigns.
- Respond
to ad-hoc analysis requests.
Budget
Management:
- Manage
and coordinate the annual budget process.
- Serve
as the primary point of contact for the budget process.
- Provide
training, instructions and hands-on guidance as needed.
- Ensure
financial/budgetary systems are kept up-to-date.
- Generate
budget vs. actual comparisons and provide trend analysis.
- Facilitate
timely and complete inputs from cost center managers to ensure the ongoing
accuracy of the department budget. Update projections as appropriate.
- Act
as the gatekeeper for budget expenditure requests.
- As
authorized, approve procurement and related expenditures requests.
Financial
Oversight:
- In
field programs, oversee the efficient management of accounting, finance
and payroll functions as assigned.
- Ensure
compliance with internal and external requirements and standards.
Financial
/ Grant Systems Management and Training:
- Provide
on-going support for periodic system updates.
- Support
training department staff and other users on using the financial system,
navigating system upgrades and generating end-user reports, etc.
- Oversee
donor/grant recording/registration. Ensure that all donor
agreements, amendments, and incoming revenues are properly recorded.
Other
Duties:
- Assist
management in responding to internal/external audit questions and requests
for information.
- Perform
other related duties as assigned.
People
and Resource Management Responsibilities
- Supervises
up to three lower level employees.
- Manages
an individual budget. Decisions that bind or commit CI are approved
by immediate supervisor.
- Responsible
for managing some public or private funds, monitoring results, and
recommending follow-up action. Reviews for understanding and
compliance with donor agreements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- CPA.
- 6-8
year experience in financial management, reporting, and budget oversight, including
several years in a non-profit setting.
- Up
to 2 year experience supervising staff and managing and motivating others.
- Sound
understanding of accounting principles, processes and standards.
- Proved
experience in local tax, labour and associated laws.
- Experience
with accounting and financial reporting systems.
- Advanced
Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong
analytical skills. Skilled in generating detailed analyses and
communicating financial information to a broad audience.
- Attention
to detail, highly organized, ability to prioritize and multitask and meet
deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability
to maintain a positive attitude, service focus, and work independently and
as part of a diverse team.
- Foreign
language fluency a plus (especially French).
Working
Conditions
- Typical
office environment. May need to work beyond normal work hours to
meet reporting deadlines.
- Up
to 10% travel time.
Contract
Duration: 1 year
with possibility of extension depending on performance and availability of
funding
CI Values
We expect that all employees will embrace the values of our organization.
CI Values
We expect that all employees will embrace the values of our organization.
- Passion:
We are inspired by nature and cherish the diversity of life in all of its
forms.
- Respect:
We respect and trust each other, and we embrace our diversity of cultures,
talents, and experiences.
- Integrity:
We act with integrity and are accountable for our actions.
- Optimism:
We are optimistic about the future of life on Earth and are confident
that, with our partners, we will achieve unprecedented conservation
results.
- Courage:
We tirelessly pursue our vision, taking bold action and persevering
through challenges.
- Teamwork:
We work together, recognizing that openness, collaboration and cooperation
are fundamental to achieving a healthy and prosperous world for all.
How to
Apply
CLICK HERE to apply online
Grants
Manager
Location: Kenya - Nairobi
Job
Code: 814
# of
openings: 1
Description
Summary: The Grants Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient and effective management of grants and contract-related activities for a program or division.
Summary: The Grants Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient and effective management of grants and contract-related activities for a program or division.
Working
closely with external partners and CI staff, s/he provides oversight and
management of grant making activities including planning and application
activities, contracting, day-to-day administration, reporting, and close-out.
The Grants Manager reviews grants applications, proposals, agreements and related grants data and ensures the accuracy of information in the grants system/database.
The Grants Manager reviews grants applications, proposals, agreements and related grants data and ensures the accuracy of information in the grants system/database.
S/he
performs financial monitoring of grant activities, reviews financial reports
submitted by partners and generates timely internal and external financial and
related reports.
The
Grants Manager works to minimize risk to CI and reviews grants-related
activities for accuracy, completeness and compliance with CI and grantor
policies and procedures.
S/he
provides follow up on any issues identified during the monitoring and review
process and assists with training and capacity building efforts.
The Grants Manager is a key information resource responsible for ensuring effective communications with all key stakeholders.
The Grants Manager is a key information resource responsible for ensuring effective communications with all key stakeholders.
S/he
compiles information and responds to requests from partners and program and HQ
staff and maintains complete, accurate and up-to-date filing and tracking
systems.
This position does not supervise staff and duties are performed under general supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Award and Contracts Project Support:
This position does not supervise staff and duties are performed under general supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Award and Contracts Project Support:
- Develop
materials and manage announcements of grants and subcontract
opportunities.
- Implement
systems and processes for receiving, reviewing and awarding subgrants and
contracts.
- Monitor
proposals including project approval/rejection and overall project status.
Ensure senior staff are informed of deadlines, targets and
workflow changes
- Review
grantee technical and financial reports and provide related technical
oversight. Coordinate site visits/desk reviews as needed.
- Manage
legal/HQ review of agreements and ensure all necessary signatures are in
place.
- Review
and manage contracts amendments and additions.
- Manage
grants close-out activities as directed.
Grants
Administration and Monitoring:
- Ensure
complete, accurate and timely data and information is maintained in the
grants system. Work with system administrators to resolve recording issues
and recommend system improvements and efficiencies as needed.
- Process
routine financial transactions including check requests.
- Assist
in providing timely, accurate and relevant reporting, including budgeted
to actual comparisons and status reports.
- Monitor
existing grants for compliance with grant agreements and CI policies and
procedures.
- Assist
grantees/consultants with routine financial, compliance and system
reporting questions.
- Provide
training and support on as directed.
- Serve
as a primary contact and manage day-to-day interactions with grantees and
program, field and HQ colleagues.
- Maintain
hard copy and electronic agreements and related files.
- Provide
other administrative support as directed.
People
and Resource Management Responsibilities
- This
job does not directly manage staff but assists peers and may direct the
work of interns, temporary employees, or contractors.
- Not
accountable for an operating budget but tracks and monitors expenditures.
Initiates check requests or similar routine transactions within
established guidelines.
- Activities
help manage public or private funds but not directly accountable.
Familiar with the requirements of donor agreements and CI's donor related
policies and procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field.
- CPA.
- 4-6
year experience.
- Previous
experience with a grants management system preferred.
- Team
player and ability to work cooperatively with internal and external
partners.
- Strong
written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly
organized and ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt to changing
priorities.
- Strong
attention to detail and problem solving abilities.
- Demonstrated
ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
- Strong
Microsoft Excel and analytical skills.
Working
Conditions
- Work
is performed in a typical office environment.
- Flexibility
to work outside normal work hours to meet deadlines as needed.
- Up
to 10% of local and international travel
Contract
Duration: 1 year
with possibility of extension depending on performance and availability of
funding
CI Values
We expect that all employees will embrace the values of our organization.
CI Values
We expect that all employees will embrace the values of our organization.
- Passion:
We are inspired by nature and cherish the diversity of life in all of its
forms.
- Respect:
We respect and trust each other, and we embrace our diversity of cultures,
talents, and experiences.
- Integrity:
We act with integrity and are accountable for our actions.
- Optimism:
We are optimistic about the future of life on Earth and are confident
that, with our partners, we will achieve unprecedented conservation
results.
- Courage:
We tirelessly pursue our vision, taking bold action and persevering
through challenges.
- Teamwork:
We work together, recognizing that openness, collaboration and cooperation
are fundamental to achieving a healthy and prosperous world for all.
How to
Apply
CLICK HERE to apply online
The
deadline for application for all positions is July 27, 2016.
Website: www.conservation.org