NGO Jobs in Kenya – KCCB

The Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops – General Secretariat

Introduction: The KCCB – Catholic Secretariat is the National Administrative, facilitative and Coordinative arm through which the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops implements and co-ordinates various Pastoral programs at the National level and undertakes all those responsibilities which express the mission of the Catholic Church in Kenya.
It is seeking an outstanding, dynamic and results oriented individual to fill the following key position.
Deputy Family Life National Coordinator
Purpose of the Post: Assisting and Supporting the National Coordinator in planning and implementation of Family life programs and capacity building activities in the program areas.

Duties
·         Planning and implementation of Family life programmes
·         Coordination of Family life activities
·         Capacity building
·         Report writing
·         Resource mobilization
·         Provide consultative service to the various dioceses to help carry out the objectives identified within the strategic plan.
·         Identify, design, organize and implement processes for the development and training of and Family throughout the country that follows the overall strategic plan of the Diocese.
Qualifications
·         Master’s Degree in community development, social sciences, theology, Education Social Ministry
·         Ability to write good grant proposals
·         Trainer of Trainers with experiences in project/program using participatory development tools and community driven approaches;
·         At least 7 years relevant experience in the field of family and community development
·         Strong written and verbal communication skills.
·         Ability to communicate and interact at all levels of the organization.
·         Proven problem solver with the ability to work in a diverse team environment.
·         Flexible, professional with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities.
·         Excellent MS Excel and MS Word skills
·         Must have a very clear idea of the Catholic Social Teachings and church teaching on family
Performance Indicators
Extent of carrying out duties and responsibilities above.


Internal Auditor
Purpose of the Post: To evaluates all KCCB internal controls, processes, policies and mechanisms to ensure that they are adequate, effective and in compliance with regulatory principles, industry standards and corporate guidelines.
The holder of this position is expected to effectively manage the Kenya Conference Of Catholic Bishops, Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance function to all areas of its operations, in a manner that will accomplish the KCCB objectives.
Reporting line: Reporting to the Secretary General.
Duties and Responsibilities
·         Determine the adequacy and effectiveness of the systems of internal accounting and operating controls, governance and risk management processes within KCCB
·         Review the reliability and integrity of financial information and the means used to identify, measure, classify and report such information,
·         Review the means of safeguarding assets and, as appropriate, verify the existence of such assets
·         Assist in the implementation of recommendations from external audit and Keeps the Finance Commission Committee and General Secretary informed of the results of the audit and risk associated with Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishop activities and services.
·         Evaluate any plans or actions taken to correct reported conditions for satisfactory disposition of audit findings
·         Establish quarterly audit plan and audit programs.
·         Follow-up on audit findings for the organization and Institutions for implementation of recommendations and make sure that adequate corrective action is taken and that it is effective.
·         Takes responsibility for coordinating external audit processes to completion.
·         Advises Senior Management on new developments that affect control and provides solution in a proactive manner
Perform other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to, participate in the systems to determine whether
·         Adequate controls are incorporated in the systems;
·         Thorough system testing is performed at appropriate stages; c. System documentation is complete and accurate
Qualifications
·         A Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting/Finance or a business-related degree; An MBA degree would be of advantage.

·         Must be a CPA K, ACCA final or equivalent.
·         CIA, CISA qualification and membership to a professional body required
·         Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
·         Must demonstrate high level of initiative, honesty, dynamic strategic thinking and Collaborative approach to governance.
·         At least three years’ experience in auditing in a busy organization.
·         A person of attested integrity.
·         Computer literacy in Pastel Software, Word, Excel, Power Point.
Performance Indicators
·         Extent of carrying out duties and responsibilities above.
Personal Traits
·         Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
·         Able to work under minimum supervision
·         A good knowledge of social teachings of the Church, and Ethical principles
·         Good recommendation from own parish priest


Property Manager
Purpose of the Post: To The position exists to oversee KCCB property management. It will provide strategic property management direction and property development for KCCB, enhance their management as well creating and maintaining accurate financial records of all KCCB properties.
Reporting Line: Secretary General
Duties
·         Preparing and maintaining the books and records of properties;
·         Accounting for investments of properties and record of investment acquisitions of real property;
·         Assist in reviewing annual property reconciliation;
·         Accounting for property taxes and filing of tax returns;
·         Preparation for annual audit of property accounts and follow-up of management reports;
·         Preparation of monthly statements to tenants and follow-up on collections updates;
·         Produce monthly tenant rent billing, account statements, monthly management accounts and monthly properties status reports;
·         Reconcile cash, prepaid rent, security deposits, and amortization/depreciation schedules,
·         General management of properties, including general maintenance;
·         Work closely with external property managers on budget preparation and expense tracking;
·         Work closely with external property managers to complete financial reports in a period specified by the management agreement;
·         Prepare budget for property management
Qualifications
·         Bachelor’s Degree in land Economics. Masters Degree in relevant field will be an added advantage ,
·         At least four years’ experience in property administration, coupled with at least three years accounting experience,
·         C.P.A Finalist or equivalent,
·         Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate and interact at all levels of the organization,
·         Proven problem solver with the ability to work in a diverse team environment,
·         Flexible, professional with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
·         Excellent MS Excel and MS Word skills.
Performance Indicators
Extent of carrying out duties and responsibilities above.
Personal Traits
·         Must have a very clear idea of the Catholic Social Teachings.
How to Apply
Applications should be addressed to:-
General Secretary
Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops – Catholic Secretariat
P.O Box 13475 – 00800
Nairobi.
E-mail: hr@catholicchurch.or.ke
Applications must reach us on or before 15th August 2018