Preterm Birth Initiative (PTBI) Kenya
- Job Vacancies
Background of the PTBI Project: The University of California San Francisco (UCSF)
and Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) are collaborating in a four year
implementation project to decrease the burden of preterm births and associated
illnesses.
The implementation will be conducted
in Migori County.
Position: Project Accountant
Ref: PTBI-Kenya Vac/PA/3/2016
Location: Nairobi
Reports to: Principle Investigator
Duration: 1
Year – contract renewable
Job Description: We would like to hire a project accountant who’ll
be in charge of accounting functions.
Duties for the position are as
outlined below, though not exhaustive as roles can be added as directed by the
position supervisor.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and submit timely and accurate monthly
reports on usage of project funds to the Supervisor and the sponsor as
stipulated.
- Provide support for procurement process in a
manner that’s transparent, fair and in accordance with policy.
- Provide logistic support to the project
- Effectively manage all service providers and
suppliers
- Ensure all project equipment are well
maintained and operating optimally and maintain inventory.
- Ensure that project cash flows (income and
expenditures) are managed in a timely and accurate manner
- Monitor budget utilization and communicate
variances on a monthly basis to the P.I
- Work with KEMRI management on timely monthly
reports.
- Assist in relevant administrative duties for
the project.
Qualifications and Experience
- Should have a minimum or equivalent of CPA
part 2
- Work experience in a research or related
project for at least 2 years.
- Advanced excel knowledge and experience are
required
- Exposure to QuickBooks accounting package will
be an added advantage
- Evidence of experience or training in
administration is added value
- Administrative knowledge or experience is of
added value.
Desired Characteristics
- Keen and ability to work well within a team
and independently with minimal supervision and develop on the job
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to
determine priorities and meet multiple deadlines
- Flexibility, ability to adapt to a changing
and challenging environment are desirable.
How to Apply:
a) All applicants must address each
selection criteria detailed in the minimum requirements .
b) Must include a current CV with
names of at least 2 referees.
c) Must include copies of academic
and professional certificated and valid licenses where applicable.
d) A duly signed application letter
indicating the vacancy reference with copies of documents listed above
should be sent to the email address below:
To the Program Director and Principal Investigator
PTBi – Kenya
Email: kenyaptbiteam@gmail.com
Application Deadline: 15th March 2016
Only those shortlisted will be contacted.