The Centre is committed to promoting equity and excellence in healthcare for Kenya's women and children, with a special focus on those from underpriviledged and under-resourced communities. The Kenya Women and Children's Wellness Centre is the inaugural project of James R. Jordan Foundation (JRJFI). JRJFI was established in 2000 by Mrs. Deloris Jo...
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- The Finance Associate is responsible for ensuring strong financial stewardship of KWCWC’s financial and other resources, including restricted grants and donations, through accurate accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting, statutory compliance, internal controls, and policy implementation. The role supports management decision-making, donor compliance, and institutional sustainability while ensuring adherence to Kenyan labor, tax, and financial laws.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Financial Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Maintains complete, accurate, and up-to-date accounting records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and standards.
- Prepares accurate and complete monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements, i.e., statements of financial position, statements of revenues and expenses, statements of cashflow and statements of changes in fund balances.
- Compiles and analyzes financial data and transactions to prepare journal and adjusting entries, general ledger postings, and supporting schedules.
- Performs monthly reconciliation of all general ledger accounts, including but not limited to cash accounts, payroll and payroll-related accounts, receivables, payables and grant revenue and expenses.
- Resolves accounting discrepancies and investigates variances in a timely and documented manner.
- Ensures proper filing, documentation, and traceability of all financial transactions.
- Financial Reporting
- Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and the Board, and responds to any queries relating to those reports.
- Supports donor and grant financial reporting requirements, including expenditure tracking and reporting against approved budgets.
- Prepares financial analysis reports and financial scenario calculations to support management planning and decision-making.
- Provides timely and accurate financial information to support operational and strategic planning.
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis
- Participates in the development of the annual organizational budget in coordination with departmental heads.
- Analyzes revenue and expenditure trends and recommends appropriate budget levels.
- Prepares budget forecasts, revisions, and cashflow projections.
- Monitors expenditure against approved budgets and flags variances for management action.
- Conducts scenario analysis to support planning for funding delays, shortfalls, or expansion activities.
- Cash Management
- Prepares and monitors cash flow forecasts to ensure adequate liquidity for operations and specific grants/activities.
- Monitors bank balances and anticipated inflows and outflows.
- Coordinates with banks on operational matters, mandates, and transaction follow-ups.
- Supports management in optimizing cash utilization while ensuring compliance with internal controls
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, commerce, or a related field
- Member of ICPAK; CPA (K), ACCA or equivalent professional qualification (completed or in progress) is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in accounting or finance, preferably within an NGO or donor-funded environment.
- Strong knowledge of Kenyan tax, labour, and statutory compliance requirements.
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The Counselling Psychologist shall assist in supervising and mentoring psychology interns and volunteers, providing ethical guidance, case consultations, and structured feedback. This may include facilitating workshops, trainings, or targeted learning sessions to strengthen intern/staff capacity, professional practice, and adherence to ethical standards.
Coordination and Representation
As needed, The Counselling Psychologist shall participate in multidisciplinary case conferences, internal coordination meetings, and relevant program and grant proposal development discussions. Where required, the role may include participation in partner and stakeholder engagements, including donor meetings or coordination forums, within the defined scope of engagement.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology; Master’s degree in counselling or clinical psychology is an added advantage. Diploma with experience over 5 years
- Registration with the CPB or any other recognized professional body.
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience providing counselling or psychological services, preferably within GBV, trauma, shelter, or humanitarian settings.
- Prior experience in tele health ( video, voice, text) will be an added advantage
- Experience in supervision, advisory roles, or systems evaluation is an added advantage.