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    • Project Finance Officer at Samuel Hall

    Posted: Sep 26, 2025
    Deadline: Oct 10, 2025
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    Project Finance Officer

    The Project Finance Officer will report directly to the Finance Director (with a dotted line to the Project Manager(s)). This is a full-time, 1-year contract with the possibility of extension, based in Nairobi, Kenya, with travel of up to 20%.

    Key Responsibilities

    • The role involves financial planning, monitoring, reporting, and compliance while maintaining the highest standards of accountability and transparency.
    • Financial Management and Planning
    • Develop and manage budgets for grant-funded projects and contracts.
    • Track financial performance against budgets, providing early warnings on any deviations to ensure effective financial control.
    • Provide timely financial insights and advisory support to project managers and leads.
    • Compliance, Reporting & Operations
    • Ensure strict compliance with donor requirements, regulations, and contractual obligations in Kenya.
    • Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for donors.
    • Maintain comprehensive financial records and documentation in line with organizational and donor requirements.
    • Coordinate internal and external audit processes and implement any necessary corrective measures.
    • Ensure payroll compliance for grant-funded positions, including statutory returns (KRA, NSSF, SHA, HELB).
    • Stakeholder Coordination & Process Improvement
    • Serve as the primary financial liaison with project managers, donors, funding agencies, and partners.
    • Provide financial input during project reviews, planning sessions, and donor/client negotiations.
    • Build strong collaborative relationships with program and operations teams to integrate financial considerations into project delivery.

    Candidate Profile

    Education & Experience

    • You must hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
    • A CPAK, ACCA, or CIMA certification is required.
    • We require 5-7 years of experience in financial management, preferably within the NGO/non-profit sector.
    • You should have strong experience in grants reporting, donor compliance, and financial reporting.
    • Previous experience with international donors (e.g., EU, USAID, FCDO, Gates Foundation) is highly valued.

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to samuelhall.zohorecruit.eu to apply

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