Senior Accountant at National Research Fund

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities at this level will entail:-

1. Developing and implementation of NRFs investment plans and strategy;
2. Identification of investment opportunities;
3. Assist in investment negotiation;
4. Managing allocated investment portfolios for the Fund;
5. Assisting in identification and monitoring of risk and development of hedging mechanism and diversification strategies;
6. Assist in undertaking Portfolio and Investment Research;
7. Initiation of Investment request transactions;
8. Maintenance of the investment register;
9. Preparation of Investment reports;
10. Keeping safe custody of investment records and Documents; and
11. Developing the budget for the Department.

APPLICANT SPECIFICATION

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: –

1. At least four (4) years working experience in accounts or finance in the Public Service or Private Sector;
2. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: -Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Finance, Business Administration, Business Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
3. Part III of Certified Public Accountant (CPA)K or equivalent qualifications;
4. Membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other recognized professional body;
5. Supervisory course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
6. Proficiency in computer applications;
7. Demonstrated results in work performance; and
8. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the constitution.