Deputy Director, Finance & Accounts at National Legal Aid Service - NLAS

REFERENCE NO. NLAS/DDFA/3/1/2026/06
Qualifications.

The following are the recognized qualifications for the cadre;

• At least fifteen (15) years cumulative work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Finance & Account or in a comparable position in the private or public sector;
• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Finance, Economics, Business Administration/ Management (Finance or Accounting option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Finance, Economics, Business Administration/Management (Finance or Accounting Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership to the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) OR Associate of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) or any other relevant professional body in good standing;
• Certificate in Leadership Course
• A valid practicing license where applicable;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and result;

Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Director, Finance & Accounts is responsible for the following functions;

• Implementing financial regulations, policies and guidelines in the provision of finance and accounts services;
• Developing and implementing Internal Financial Controls;
• Maintaining accurate and complete financial record of NLAS and regularly review the financial system;
• Undertaking project appraisals and capital budgeting;
• Preparing budget proposal and cash flow projections;
• Implementation, monitoring and reviewing of the budget;
• Ensuring prudent utilization of financial resources;
• Conducting and facilitating training and research in the department;
• Preparing the financial reports, financial statement and submit to relevant stakeholders; and
• Ensuring compliance with applicable financial statutory obligation and circulars.

Remuneration will be in accordance with NLAS Salary Scale:

• NLAS GRADE 3. Kshs. 202,875 x 19,303 – 22,2178 x 19,305 – 241,483 x 19,305 – 260,788 x 19,305 – 280,093 x 19,305 – 299,398 x 19,305 – 318,703 x 19,305 – 338,008 x 19,305 – 357,313 p.m.