Finance Manager and HR & Admin Manager - (National Organization of Peer Educators (NOPE))- Careers in Kenya

Finance Manager

Ref: HR/2011/11-1

The National Organization of Peer Educators (NOPE) is a Kenyan NGO and a leader in comprehensive HIV/AIDS prevention and Strategic Behavioral Communication (SBC) interventions with Most-at-Risk Populations, youth, workplaces and underserved populations.

NOPE works closely with the Government of Kenya and implements different donor-funded programs in collaboration with different stakeholders. These include the New Partners Initiative (NPI-SHAP), funded by PEPFAR through CDC, the USAID APHIAplus Kamili, APHIAplus Nuru ya Bonde, and the Global Fund Round 7.

NOPE seeks to recruit a dynamic individual with the relevant qualifications to fill in the post of Finance Manager.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Finance Manager will provide financial management services for NOPE, spearheading financial management, control and forward planning for finances in line with the NOPE strategy.

Specific areas of responsibility will include;

• Developing, implementing and maintaining good financial policies and systems
• Managing the budgetary and forward planning systems and process including annual, quarterly and ad hoc budgets
• Reviewing donor contracts to ensure that budgets are in line with donor requirements
• Preparing periodic financial reports and interpreting the same to management
• Monitoring donor call down requests and cash flow planning
• Liaising with Internal and External auditors and responding to queries, observations and recommendations
• Maintaining NOPE payroll and establishing staff payroll accounts
• Managing overall work process of the finance unit by ensuring effective work assignment, supervision and staff development

The ideal candidate should have:

• A university degree in accounting, commerce, business or Accountancy qualification (CPA(K), ACCA etc);
• Extensive experience in business, financial administration with at least 3 years at a senior management level, knowledge of and demonstrated experience in USG government compliance requirements;
• Demonstrated experience in Microsoft Office, spreadsheet applications and computerized accounting systems in particular QuickBooks with sound knowledge and experience of Performance Based Output Budget System;
• Strong strategic advisory and analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate teams and establish and implement work plan objectives;
• Fluent in English with excellent communications, presentation and inter-personal skills.

Human Resources and Administration Manager 

Ref: HR/2011/11-2

Reporting to the Deputy Director (Organizational Development), the Human Resources and Administration Manager will oversee all aspects of the organization’s human resources management and development.

He/she will provide leadership in all aspects of administration and ensure the sustenance of individual and organizational growth and performance.

Specific areas of responsibility will include:

• Manage organizational reviews including structural, functional and staffing reviews.
• Manage job analysis and evaluation exercises to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in established positions.
• Manage the recruitment process, coordinate induction program for new staff, and provide full briefing to staff on HR policy guidelines as well as benefits.
• Manage staff performance including probation and the annual performance evaluation facilitation.
• Manage staff training and development.
• Administer NOPE benefits including pensions, staff life and insurance schemes.
• Process all annual statutory returns including tax, national pension and hospital fund.
• Manage HR and Administration resources including financial budget and staffing.

The ideal candidate should have: 

• Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management or in related field;
• Experience in HR and administration management and leadership, staff supervision;
• Ability to operate modern office equipment;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Understanding of NGO operations; and
• at least 3 years experience in a relevant senior management position.

If you meet the criteria above, please send your details including remuneration requirements and contact details of three work-related referees, to

The Executive Director,
National Organization of Peer Educators (NOPE)
Email: hr@nope.or.ke.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 15th December, 2011

Please quote the position and reference number provided in the email subject matter

For more Job Description information visit www.nope.or.ke