Finance Officer (Maternity relief) - Saferworld

JOB DESCRIPTION
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Finance Officer (Maternity relief)
Four (4) months
Nairobi
Finance Manager
Finance Officer - Somalia, Kenya Programme staff, Finance team
(London)
Salary: 120,000/=
Description of Saferworld:
Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and
promote cooperative approaches to security. We work with civil society, governments and international
organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research and policy
development, and through supporting the actions of others.
Job Purpose:
We are seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join our team in Nairobi. The person appointed will be
responsible for ensuring the efficient and transparent management of finances in line with recognised
accounting/auditing standards and Saferworld procedures.
Duties:
Maintain a proper and orderly filing system.
Assist in maintaining computerised accounting records using quick books.
Manage payments and receipts, and accountability of Kenyan programme staff.
Assist in preparing the necessary documentation required for cheque payments.
Manage petty cash payments and perform weekly petty cash reconciliations.
Assist preparing documents for monthly statutory payments and ensure that they are prepared and
submitted timely.
Assist in preparation of donor financial reports.
Assist during audits (internal or external)
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Desirable requirements:
A basic degree (Economics / Accounting / Finance or Business Administration) or compensating relevant
work experience.
Qualified CPA part II
2 years’ experience in financial management/administration ideally within an non-governmental
organisation (NGO)
Experience of computerised accounting software (QuickBooks or Sage)
Experience of donor reporting ideally within the NGO sector
Experience of analysing financial information
Detail oriented with good multi-tasking abilities and communication skills

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Contract Duration: 1 st April 2013 – 31 st July 2013
Monthly salary: Kshs 120,000/= per month
Probation: There will be a probationary period of two weeks
Leave entitlement: 9 days in addition to relevant public holidays
Hours: Standard working week is 37.5. However the demands of the job are likely to be such that a willingness to
work longer hours, as required, will be necessary
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This position is open to Kenyans only. To apply please send a full CV and cover letter detailing how you meet the
selection criteria to recruitment@saferworld.org.uk. Please use subject heading Ref FOM. We regret that only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline for applications: 27 th March 2013