Finance and Grants Officer-ADVERT NO.2/2025

i. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, Business
Management, Business Administration, Project Management or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
ii. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce, Finance, Business
Management, Business Administration, Project Management or equivalent qualification
from a recognized institution;
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iii. At least four (4) cumulative years of work experience in project management,
management of grants, contracts and partnerships, preferably within the environmental
or conservation sectors.
iv. Certified Public Accountant (CPA)K by Kenya Accountants and Secretaries
Examination Board (KASNEB) or any other relevant qualification from a recognized
institution;
v. Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or relevant
professional body;
vi. Certificate in management course from a recognized institution;
vii. Proficiency in computer applications;

a) Manage contracts for the Global Wildlife Program Kenya project with strict adherence to
GOK and donor requirements, project objectives, and internal policies.
b) Prepare, review and implement contractual agreements in collaboration with legal and
finance teams, ensuring that terms and conditions are clear and in line with project
goals.
c) Capacity build project staff and contractors on the technical aspects of grants and
contracts management, including compliance, reporting, and financial oversight.
d) Serve as the liaison person between the project and donor, contractors and other
stakeholders.
e) Assist in the coordination of donor visits, reporting, and audits, ensuring that all
necessary documentation is provided to external reviewers and auditors in a timely and
organized manner.
f) Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
g) Conduct financial reviews and variance analyses, share findings with project
management.
h) Ensure compliance with GoK, CI and GEF financial regulations, policies, and reporting
requirements.
i) Coordinate the disbursement of funds to partners and contractors, ensuring that
payments are made in accordance with agreed terms and project timelines.
j) Maintain and update bank signatory lists and liaise with bank staff for project account
support.
k) Prepare specific financial journals (e.g., phone bill allocations) and support bulk
transfers.
l) In charge of Human Resource management and development in the Project