SOS Children’s Villages Kenya is an affiliate of SOS CV-
International whose mission is to build families for children in need, help
them shape their own futures and share in the development of their communities.
In Kenya, the organisation runs five Children’s Villages in Nairobi, Mombasa,
Eldoret, Meru and Kisumu and an Emergency Relief Program in Marsabit.
We seek to recruit for the position of an Internal Auditor and
Human Resource and Administration Manager
Internal Auditor
Internal Auditor is responsible for reviewing, documenting and
establishing effective accounting and operational controls of the
Organization’s administrative and programmatic activities.
S/he will be in charge of investigations, review of records,
reports, financial statements and management practices to ensure compliance
with laws, regulations, donor requirements and Organization’s Standard
Operating Procedures.
Main tasks
- Investigate
and Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of the Associations systems on
quality internal control.
- Carry
out planned auditing activities in the various functions and projects to
ensure adherence to policies, regulations and procedures.
- Conducts
comprehensive investigations and prepare quality and timely reports
containing observations and recommendations.
- Ensure
the reliability and integrity of financial and operating systems and the
means used to identify measure, classify and report such information.
- Ensure
that there are proper systems established by management for compliance
with the Association’s policies, plans, procedures, rules and regulations.
That the Association conforms to the Laws of the Country.
- Review
the means of safeguarding assets and, as appropriate, verify the existence
of such assets.
- Analyze
the economic situation in the country and the efficiency with which
resources are used.
- Evaluate
program operations to ascertain whether results are consistent with
established objectives and goals and whether the programs are being
carried out as planned.
Job specifications
- Bachelor’s
degree in financial management with CPA (K). Master’s degree in Business
Management (finance) shall be an added advantage.
- Must
be computer literate with ability to work with computerized Audit
Techniques and Accounting / Financial applications.
- Well-developed
analytical skills, knowledge of risk management and internal audit
standards will be essential.
- Over
8 years public accounting experience with an accounting firm providing
audit and accounting services in the NGO sector
- Ability
to work independently with minimal supervision
- Willingness
and ability to travel.
Human Resource and Administration Manager
The Human Resources & Administration Manager provides
personnel expertise and support on Organisation Development to the National
Association.
S/he assists and advises on staff recruitment, orientation,
training and development, appraisal, compensation,
discipline, etc.
discipline, etc.
In addition, s/he ensures all projects comply with established
policies, procedures and guides the development of the Human Resources function
ensuring that organisational objectives are supported, and personnel policies
remain relevant.
- Provide
expert HR Management advice and information.
- Ensure
that all the organisation’s HR policies and practices remain legally
compliant while developing, formulating and implementing HR procedures.
- Plan
and advice on staffing needs, oversee the recruitment process including
selection, appointments, orientation & deployment.
- Support
capacity building and career development of all staff through compilation
and implementation of annual HRD Plans.
- Administer
staff welfare and benefits policies
- Ensure
completeness and safe custody of personnel records for staff countrywide.
- Manage
all administrative queries for all facilities as required.
- Support
in assets and materials procurement and management processes.
- Management
of staff medical insurance and general asset insurance
- Manage
the organisation fleet of vehicles.
- Provide
support in legal matters as required.
Job specification
- Bachelor’s
Degree in Social Sciences and diploma in HRM, Master’s Degree in HRM shall
be an added advantage.
- Sound
knowledge of recruitment, selection and separation procedures as well as
the labour laws.
- Highly
developed communication skills; both written and spoken.
- Ability
to undertake personal task planning with proven ability to work
independently, thinking clearly and acting ably while under pressure.
- 5
years working experience in a multi-cultural NGO environment in a HR field
at the management level with practical experience in HR strategic
planning.
- Ability
to support Administrative activities and processes at a managerial level
- Well-developed
computing skills especially MS suite of office and HR software.
- Willingness
and ability to travel.
To apply for this position, please submit your application
letters enclosing a detailed current CV, current and expected remuneration
package, copies of academic & professional certificates, telephone contacts
and details of at least 3 referees to reach us by 12 July 2012, addressed to:
The National Director,
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya,
P. O. Box 40653, 00100 GPO, Nairobi.
OR info@soskenya.org
SOS Children’s Villages Kenya,
P. O. Box 40653, 00100 GPO, Nairobi.
OR info@soskenya.org
SOS CV KE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.