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SNV recruits 01 Project Control Consultant

SNV recruits 01 Project Control Consultant

SNV

Nairobi, Kenya
Project Control Consultant
Nairobi, Kenya
Full-time
Contract type: Short term consultancy contract
Company Description
SNV is a not-for-profit international development organization that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy and WASH to local contexts. SNV has an annual turnover of €130 million, over 1,250 staff in more than 25 countries in Asia, Africa and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organization that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.
In its new Strategic Plan period (2019 – 2022), SNV will more explicitly aim for systems change during project preparation and implementation – by strengthening institutions and kick-starting markets that help many more to escape poverty beyond our projects. We will continue to position ourselves as a premium organization, with decentralized management.
For more information on our operations in Kenya and SNV generally visit our website: www.snv.org
Background
SNV has been engaged by various donors to reach millions of people by executing programmes in agriculture, renewable energy and WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene). In Kenya, SNV is implementing several exciting projects in various counties in Kenya. The SNV country office is located in Nairobi but a lot of activities are implemented from field offices in Eldoret, Nanyuki and Kakuma.
Job Description
Reporting to the country finance manager, the project control consultant will act as interim project controller, and as a mentor for junior project controllers. The project control consultant will also draft a project control manual. The work location is Nairobi.
Responsibilities
Adopt and own SNV Kenya’s finance & administration and related policies and practices;
Draft a project control manual;
Support the preparation of donor budgets;
Support the country finance manager setting up new projects in the financial administration;
Support the project manager with financial project planning;
Support the country finance manager with monthly cash flow forecasts;
Monitor and control all expenses;
Ensure financial transactions are recorded properly;
Support the project manager with timely forecasting and reporting;
Explain deviations from the budget and propose corrective measures;
Ensure proper financial close out of projects;
Ensure all financial, administrative and related activities within the projects are done according to donor requirements, SNV’s project management procedures and SNV’s finance and administration policies and practices;
Train and mentor junior project controllers;
Advise management on improvement measures.
Qualifications
CPA (K), ACCA or similar level of knowledge and skills acquired in previous roles;
A Master’s degree in a financial field will be an added advantage;
At least 5 years relevant working experience in financial accounting of which 2-3 years in project accounting;
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of donor regulations related to management of donor funds;
Experience with financial systems. Experience with SAP is an added advantage;
Excellent Excel skills;
At least 5 years relevant working experience in a project organization;
Experience of working in a multicultural environment;
Excellent communication skills;
Experience in a training and mentoring role;
High level of integrity.
Additional Information
Contract duration: Six (6) months.
Expected start date:18 May 2020.
How to Apply
Please submit your application by clicking on “I’M INTERESTED” tab on this page and submitting a cover letter and CV that has details of your three (3) referees via SmartRecruiters on or before 08 May 2020 to be considered for this position. All information will be in the strictest confidence.
NB:
Only shortlisted will be contacted.
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
SNV Kenya does not require you to undergo any medical test prior to employment

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