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Description
Core Tasks
You deal with the matters and job orders assigned to you. You make yourself available to answer enquiries related to issues that fall within your assigned thematic area, where applicable in consultation with experienced specialists.
You are responsible for the correct processing and monitoring of all payment flows and for ensuring the supply of funds, as well as for the administrative work related to financial management. You work on all job orders within your remit and are the main contact for advising managers and other staff members on all issues in the thematic area. Additionally, you deal with the matters and job orders assigned to you with due regard for all the legal, contractual, socio-political and corporate policy requirements/P+R and the instructions of your line manager and follow up the processing and fulfilment of those tasks.
You draw up analyses for internal customers, assist in drawing up monthly/quarterly reports and provide support in preparing the annual statement of accounts. Working with experienced specialists, you resolve problems that arise in your area of responsibility on the basis of existing rules and draw attention to more complex challenges in your team.
In consultation with your team colleagues and line manager, you also coordinate all issues within your area of work and ensure that they are dealt with promptly and competently.
You clearly communicate the relevant requirements, conditions and restrictions in terms of your capacity to act.
You are involved in ongoing process development within your remit, are responsible for knowledge management and prepare and share documentation.
You perform the tasks assigned to you by your line manager, where required.
To manage and oversee GIZ financing agreements, ensuring compliance, financial accountability, and effective contract management and providing guidance and capacity building to grant partners.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for conducting suitability assessments of partners to determine their eligibility for collaboration.
Support project teams in the preparation and review of budget proposals for contract
development.Prepare draft contracts and contract amendments in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
Coordinate with Headquarters and Country Office contracts Departments to facilitate efficient and timely contract preparation, processing, and follow-up.
Conduct and facilitate training sessions for partners on financial management and GIZ
administrative, financial, and compliance procedures to strengthen capacity and ensure adherence to contractual and reporting requirements.Review partner financial reports and disbursement requests for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submission for approval.
Maintain a contract monitoring system for all types of financing contracts and ensuring
timely closure of contracts. .Support partners through pre-audit preparedness to enhance audit readiness and compliance with GIZ standards and requirements.
Other Duties
Support Internal Control and external audits.
Where appropriate, the position holder will be asked to perform tasks outside the scope of the job description.
Qualifications and Specialist Knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or comparable degree
Atleast 5 years professional experience in a comparable position
Good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software, phone, fax, email, the internet) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)
Very good knowledge of the English language
Willingness to upskill as required by the tasks to be performed – corresponding measures are agreed with management
Assignment Details
Duty Station: Nairobi
Vacancy Reference Number: GIZ/ARD/05/07/2026
Equal Employment Opportunity
GIZ Kenya is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, colour, ancestry, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected status.
Ethics
GIZ is committed to safeguarding the safety, dignity, and well-being of staff, partners, community members, and programme participants. Sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, child abuse, and all forms of misconduct are strictly prohibited. Staff are expected to uphold high ethical standards, comply with local laws, and complete mandatory ethics training upon engagement.
Data Confidentiality
Candidate applications will be retained for six (6) months in accordance with GIZ's data protection policy and deleted thereafter.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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