Finance Manager at Zizi Afrique Foundation

Scope of work

The Finance Manager is critical for driving financial growth, ensuring compliance, and implementing efficient processes to meet our strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader with strong expertise in financial management and reporting (Including grants reporting) in NGOs or not-for profit sector, proficiency in ERP systems, compliance to institutional policies, local legal and tax laws, internal and external auditing and team development within a fast-paced work environment.

Desirable Skills and Qualifications

• Post-graduate qualifications (Masters or PhD) or equivalent in business administration or related field.
• Professional Qualifications in Finance or Accounting – Minimum of CPA(K).
• Membership to professional bodies – Must be a registered member of ICPAK with good standing.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in an Accounting / Finance field, with at least 3 years in a management role within a large organization, preferably an NGO or other not – for- profit organization.
• Exceptional financial acumen, with experience managing large budgets and ensuring financial accountability.
• Strong Financial analysis and analytical skills including problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to decision- making.
• Computer literacy and strong knowledge of Advanced Excel skills.
• Proficiency in the use of ERP or comparable organizational management systems.
• Strong report writing skills, mainly Financial and Management reporting.
• Knowledge of key compliance legislation for not-for profit sector.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams.
• Excellent strategic planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity.
• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions.
• Holds oneself and others accountable for making decisions and managing resources to deliver on the responsibilities.
• Agile worker, future-oriented and a strategic thinker.

ZAF offers a very competitive package that includes a family medical cover, pension scheme, annual leave of 25 working days, and other benefits.

• The monthly basic salary will range from KES 400,000 – 500,000.
• The position will be based in Nairobi, with a physical office and flexible work-from-home possibilities and occasional travels to the project areas.
• The job is often not an 8 am – 5 pm job. The job has flexibility, and is also, requiring high skills of work-life balance, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Experience is needed to work in a self-driven and ambitious, fast – paced environment, carrying the heavy responsibility of delivering the mission of ZAF.
• Interested and qualified candidates should include:
• A detailed application letter expressing interest.
• A detailed resume and copies of academic and professional certificates.
• Three work referees with contact information.
• Indicate your current and expected remuneration/salary.