The African Research and Resources
Forum (ARRF) is a research, data resource, reflection and policy debate
institution devoted to the resolution of the governance and development issues
confronting policy-makers and societies in Eastern Africa.
The Forum also facilitates the
evolution of a regional community of scholars, researchers and institutions,
with a shared interest in resolving inter-African development problems in
partnership with various organizations
ARRF wishes to temporarily engage staff in the position below at the secretariat in Nairobi:
Accountant (6 Months Temporary Contract)
ARRF wishes to temporarily engage staff in the position below at the secretariat in Nairobi:
Accountant (6 Months Temporary Contract)
Reporting to the Executive Secretary,
s/he will ensure compliance and consistency with ARRF Financial policies and
procedures as well as contractual agreements with donor agencies.
S/he will also prepare financial and
management reports, budget and data analysis for ARRF grants as well as monitor
all accounts and ensure they are updated regularly.
Other responsibilities will include
reviewing all payments and preparing reconciliations, updating the asset
inventory and ensuring external audits for ARRF projects are done in a proper and
timely manner and build the capacity of all finance and programs teams to
ensure effective grant management.
Qualifications and Experience:
Qualifications and Experience:
The candidate must have a Bachelors
Degree in Finance/Accounting and full professional qualifications in Accounting
(CPA-K or ACCA).
A minimum of 3 (three) years
experience in Finance and administration management, preferably in an
international NGO will be required.
Experience in a research /think tank
institution will be an added advantage.
The candidate must have in-depth
knowledge of and experience in computerized accounting especially QuickBooks
and MS Excel.
Other desirable skills and attributes
include strong analytical skills and good communication skills.
To apply for this position, please send an application letter, together with current CV, giving names, telephone and e-mail contacts of at least three (3) referees.
To apply for this position, please send an application letter, together with current CV, giving names, telephone and e-mail contacts of at least three (3) referees.
Kindly indicate your current and
expected remuneration.
Applications should be by e-mail by 30th April 2015 to the address below
Executive Secretary
African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF)
Email: newpath@arrforum.org
Applications should be by e-mail by 30th April 2015 to the address below
Executive Secretary
African Research and Resource Forum (ARRF)
Email: newpath@arrforum.org