Turkana Basin Institute is an
independent, international research institute, which facilitates scientific
research in the Turkana Basin, with particular emphasis on prehistory.
The institution is looking to fill the following position.
The institution is looking to fill the following position.
A seasoned and results oriented Chief Financial Officer.
This position will be based at the
TBI Nairobi Office.
This position will report to the
Chief Executive Officer & the board and will be responsible for advising
the CEO and Board on all financial matters.
Responsibilities
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Plan for TBI’s future financial
needs, work with the CEO and the board on the scale of needs and how to finance
them.
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Work with reservations, Air Turkana,
microCT manager, field station managers to look for opportunities to increase
efficiency, reduce costs, and grow revenue.
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Oversee the development of TBI’s
annual budget proposal to the executives and board.
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Oversee implementation of budget and
monthly budget monitoring.
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Work with the Budget Officer to
develop a budget plan by the stated time each year based on budgeted and actual
expenditures for Q1, Q2 and Q3 of the current year and Q4 from the previous
year.
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Ensure that monthly budget monitoring
reports and recommendations for budget adjustments for future quarters based on
deviations from the budget plan are produced for the executives and relevant
board members.
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Ensure that account directors for TBI
and other projects whose funding is managed by TBI receive monthly (or quarterly)
reports on the status of their funding.
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Oversee all the bank accounts.
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Maintain all the accounts for TBI Ltd
and ensure ready accounts for the board and the annual audit
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Oversee all aspects of payroll and
reimbursements.
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Oversee all expenditures.
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Review major expense categories and
preferred providers to ensure efficient use of TBI funds
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Review all major contracts, leases
and agreements to ensure the best use of TBI’s financial resources.
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Review and monitor all Air Turkana
financial aspects.
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Work with executives, board and
facility manager on all financial aspects of the MicroCT facility.
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Maintain oversight of TBI Sacco
expenditures.
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Report on funds available for TBI
staff training via the training levy.
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Oversee analysis of TBI records of
activities with emphasis on finances and numbers.
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Carry out analyses of the utilization
of TBI vehicles
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All other related assigned tasks
Required
Skills & Experience
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A Master’s degree in Finance/
Accounting or any other related field
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CPA (K)
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Membership to Institute of Certified
Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
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At least 8 years working experience
in finance, with 5 years at senior management level.
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Strong leadership, organisational and
communication skills.
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Ability to meet tight deadlines which
might result in putting in extra hours
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Demonstrable competency in Strategic
Planning and Finance
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Ability to use computerized
financial/Accounting programs
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Excellent interpersonal skills and
strong relationship builder and communicator.
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Analytical and decisive decision
maker with the ability to prioritize and communicate to staff key objectives
and tactics necessary to achieve organizational goals.
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Demonstrates integrity.
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Demonstrates entrepreneurial,
flexible and innovative approach to operational management.
Prospective
applicants need to provide the following documents:
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A detailed CV/Resume that highlights
experience and qualifications as outlined above and indicating the expected
gross salary
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Three signed letters of
reference/recommendation, including full contacts of the referees.
A
passionate and results oriented Community Development Manager.
This
position will be based at the TBI Nairobi Office with some time spent at the
TBI campuses on the east and west sides of Lake Turkana.
This
position will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for
running the institution’s community development programs
Responsibilities
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Educate the public at large about the
TBI CSR initiatives
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Develop and implement the strategy
for fundraising and resource mobilization;
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Donor Engagement to fundraise for the
various projects, including new projects and through various methods which
include online funding options
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Engage in needs assessment for
project proposal and develop the project proposals as necessary
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Community outreach in Turkwel and
Ileret
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Develop and strengthen the community
programs including the Bursary program and Volunteer Teacher Support Program
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Oversee the selection and development
of the Bursary program with the relevant communities, research projects and
committees
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Liaise with the local counties to
keep them informed and ensure engagement and support for the TBI projects
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Compile monthly reports on TBIs
community activities
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Revive the quarterly newsletter and
provide local press articles
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Develop leaflets/ posters for
educational visits as well as outreach brochures
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All other related assigned tasks
Required Skills & Experience
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A Bachelor’s degree in community
development or any other related social science
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A Master’s degree will be an added
advantage.
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A Minimum of 4 years of work
experience in community development/ CSR Work.
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Proven project management skills
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Excellent Communication skills,
written & spoken
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Proven fund raising/ resource
mobilization skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills and a
strong relationship builder
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Demonstrates passion & integrity.
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Willingness to travel and spend time
in the field
Prospective applicants need to provide the following documents:
·
A detailed CV/Resume that highlights
experience and qualifications as outlined above and indicating the expected
gross salary
·
Three signed letters of
reference/recommendation, including full contacts of the referees.
Please
email applications to info@echelonhc.com by the 28th October 2018.
Note
that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
