Senior Accountant – One (1) Post V/No. 2/2022
The National
Research Fund (NRF) is a State Corporation established under section 32 of the
Science, Technology and Innovation Act No. 28 of 2013 with the objective to
facilitate Research for the advancement of Science, Technology and Innovation.
The Agency seeks to
recruit qualified, competent, dynamic, proactive, innovative and highly
committed staff to fill the position of Senior Accountant.
- Developing and implementation of NRFs investment
plans and strategy;
- Identification of investment opportunities;
- Assist in investment negotiation;
- Managing allocated investment portfolios for the
Fund;
- Assisting in identification and monitoring of risk
and development of hedging;
- Mechanism and diversification strategies;
- Assist in undertaking Portfolio and Investment
Research;
- Initiation of Investment request transactions;
- Maintenance of the investment register;
- Preparation of Investment reports;
- Keeping safe custody of investment records and
Documents; and
- Developing the budget for the Department.
- At least four (4) years working experience in
accounts or finance in the Public Service or Private Sector;
- Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following
disciplines: -Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Business
Administration, Business Management or equivalent qualifications from a
recognized institution;
- Part III of Certified Public Accountant (CPA)K or
equivalent qualifications;
- Membership of the Institute of Certified Public
Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other recognized professional body;
- Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2)
weeks from a recognized institution;
- Proficiency in computer applications;
- Demonstrated results in work performance; and
- Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the
constitution.
How to Apply
The details for each of
the advertised position are available on the Agency’s Website www.researchfund.go.ke. Interested and
qualified candidates are requested to send their applications together with
copies of academic/professional certificates and identity card in PDF format to recruitment@researchfund.go.ke and the subject line
should contain the Job Title.
For hand delivered
applications, they shall be dropped in a box marked “National Research Fund Advertised Positions” placed
at the 3rd floor of the NACOSTI building.
Applications sent by
either post or hand should be contained in sealed envelopes with the Job Title
marked on the surface and delivered to the address below:
Chief Executive Officer
National Research Fund
NACOSTI Building 3rd Floor, Upper Kabete, – Off Waiyaki way,
P.O Box 26036 – 00100,
NAIROBI.
APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE 14TH NOVEMBER, 2022
AT 5.00PM.
Please Note
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic
disqualification.
- The National Research Fund is committed to
implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on
fair competition and merit, representation of Kenyans diverse
communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and
women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities.
THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. - Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce
originals of their National
Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during
interviews. - It is a criminal offence to present fake
certificates/documents.
- Successful candidates after interviews will be
required to obtain the following documents:
- Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of
Criminal Investigations (DCI)
- Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue
Authority (KRA)
- Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans
Board (HELB)
- Clearance Certificate from Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
- Clearance Certificate from a Credit Reference
Bureau (CRB)
