Finance Manager at Norwegian Refugee Council

What we are looking for

The purpose of the Finance Manager is to be responsible that the financial set-up is according to NRC standards and to support programme/project partnerships & localization.

What you will do:

Key objectives for this role include:

• auditor requirements.
• Implement NRC’s financial systems, routines and procedures.
• Maintain overall budget control and monitor cash flows.
• Management of financial team. 
• Training of line managers and staff with financial responsibilities.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Build a wider team of finance staff and partners through regular support and capacity     strengthening/building.
• Provide analysis of the financial position for the Country Director & Country Management Group as required.
• Ensure anti-corruption training and risk-mapping is undertaken regularly for staff & partners.
• Part of the Country Management Group.
• Provide Support to partner organizations & Financial advice Support. 

What you will bring

Generic professional competencies: 

• Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a senior Financial Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Bachelor’s degree and CPA qualification.
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities.
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile.
• Solid knowledge of computer software and modern accounting systems.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge and experience: 

• Knowledge of the refugee context in Kenya.
• Experience of leadership in Country Management Group or equivalent.
• Sound knowledge of compliance and anti-corruption including investigation procedures.

What we offer:

• Duty station: Nairobi_Kenya
• Contract: national fixed term contract– One Year (Renewable subject to funding)
• Travel: 30%.
• Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s country salary scale. 
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.