Finance and Grants Officer at Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife

ADVERT NO.2/2025 - ONE (1) POSITION

• Terms of Service: Two (2) Year Contract
• The remuneration attached to this position will be a gross taxable monthly Ksh. 250,000 payable as follows:
  • Monthly Basic Salary: Ksh. 150,000
  • Monthly Allowances: Ksh. 100,000
• At the end of your contract term, you shall be entitled to a gratuity payment calculated at the rate of 31% of your basic monthly salary for the total number of months worked. The Finance and Grants Officer will report to and work under the guidance and supervision of the Technical Lead.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage contracts for the Global Wildlife Program Kenya project with strict adherence to GOK and donor requirements, project objectives, and internal policies.
• Prepare, review and implement contractual agreements in collaboration with legal and finance teams, ensuring that terms and conditions are clear and in line with project goals.
• Capacity build project staff and contractors on the technical aspects of grants and contracts management, including compliance, reporting, and financial oversight.
• Serve as the liaison person between the project and donor, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Assist in the coordination of donor visits, reporting, and audits, ensuring that all necessary documentation is provided to external reviewers and auditors in a timely and organized manner.
• Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Conduct financial reviews and variance analyses, share findings with project management.
• Ensure compliance with GoK, CI and GEF financial regulations, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate the disbursement of funds to partners and contractors, ensuring that payments are made in accordance with agreed terms and project timelines.
• Maintain and update bank signatory lists and liaise with bank staff for project account support.
• Prepare specific financial journals (e.g., phone bill allocations) and support bulk transfers.
• In charge of Human Resource management and development in the Project

Requirements for Appointment

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, Business Management, Business Administration, Project Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce, Finance, Business Management, Business Administration, Project Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• At least four (4) cumulative years of work experience in project management, management of grants, contracts and partnerships, preferably within the environmental or conservation sectors.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)K by Kenya Accountants and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or relevant professional body;
• Certificate in management course from a recognized institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications;
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution; on Leadership and Integrity.

Job Specifications

• Regular travel to project sites and other locations.
• Comfortable working out of the office.
• Ability to work beyond official working hours to meet strict deadlines