Danish Refugee Council Job Vacancies in Kenya

Danish Refugee Admin and Finance Assistant Job Vacancies in Kenya


Roles and Responsibilities

  • Maintain financial files (physical and soft copies) and records according to DRC Operations handbook;
  • Assist with preparation of budgets;
  • Implement financial policies and procedures;
  • Establish the cash requirements, and maintain adequate cash levels and related cash controls, safe custody of safe keys;
  • Ensure weekly cash counts and reconciliations by DDG Operational office are regularly conducted and reviewed;
  • Ensure month end cash counts are properly supervised and submitted to DDG office in Nairobi;
  • Confirm that full accountabilities (documentations) are obtained for all expenditures and validity of claims all financial claims;
  • Ensure weekly cashbooks’ preparation with complete documentations for all the projects for reviewed weekly by Project/Finance manager;
  • Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the cash books on a daily basis;
  • Maintain and reconcile daily, weekly and monthly cash books and budget follow ups;
  • Prepare and reconcile bank statements;
  • Ensure that monthly cash books are regularly submitted to the Regional Grants;
  • Process approved payments of supplier / service provider invoices on the basis of complete documentation;
  • Prepare schedules for all taxes withheld or paid on a monthly basis where relevant and submit to the Regional Grants Officer for verification before submission to the relevant authorities;
  • Assist with the monthly, quarterly and annual DDG and donor reports preparation;
  • Supporting Grants Officers/managers and Project Managers to adequately prepare for both internal and external audits;
  • Ensure copies of project files and related documents are submitted to the DDG Country office, Nairobi for back up storage in both hard and soft copies.
  • Keep copies of all documents submitted to DDG’s Country office in Nairobi in file for reference;
  • Scanning of vouchers and supporting documents and sees that proper filing is done in accordance with donor requirements and / or DDG Operational Handbook;

    Personal Specifications

  • A recognised accounting qualification (CPA or ACCA)
  • A basic degree (Economics / Accounting / Finance or Business Administration) or compensating relevant work experience.
  • 2 years experience in financial management/administration within an non governmental organisation (NGO)
  • Experience in donor compliance
  • Experience of donor reporting ideally within the NGO sector
  • Experience of analysing financial information
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Fluency in one of the local languages spoken in Wajir is an advantage;
  • Fluency in English. Strong command of written English and ability to speak clearly to various audiences;
  • High degree of computer literacy; including high capacity to use excel.

    Application Process

    Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation and qualifications and a CV.

    Applications should include contact details of three professional referees who have supervised the candidate in the last five years. One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. Only applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications will be considered.

    We only accept applications sent via our online-application form. Applications should be sent no later than: 13th June, 2017.

    If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please contact job@drc.dk

    For more information and job application details, see; Danish Refugee Admin and Finance Assistant Job Vacancies in Kenya




    Danish Refugee Community Safety Facilitators (CSF) Job Vacancies in Kenya

    Location:
    Wajir County - DDG Kenya (3 Positions)

    Roles and Responsibilities

  • Act as primary link and channel for communication between communities, local authorities and DDG
  • Supporting the mapping and identification of project locations and key stakeholders in accordance with DRC / DDG selection criteria and process
  • Facilitate the engagement and participation of communities and local authorities in the programme
  • Ensure good cooperation with partners and other organisations working in the project areas
  • Provide inputs and participate in the baseline study and other research activities
  • Facilitate awareness, dialogue and other activities aimed at reducing armed violence and improving border management, including activities to strengthen local conflict management capacity and to promote better collaboration between local communities and formal security providers
  • Support the regular monitoring project activities
  • Take good care of all assigned equipment including vehicles, motorcycles, computers and communication equipment
  • Ensure that all project resources are well managed and DDG financial procedures are adhered to
  • Fully adhere to DDG’s procedures for security, financial management, logistics, human resources and administration
  • Uphold DDG/DRC’s Code of Conduct

    Personal Specifications

  • A university Degree/Diploma preferably in Peace Studies, Social science or related field
  • Strong understanding of dynamics that lead to armed violence (preferably in arid and semi-arid environments)
  • Substantial knowledge of the Kenyan political and social structures, preferably from community to the national level
  • Open-minded and committed to finding non-violent ways to mitigate conflict and promote inter-communal peace and collaboration
  • Experience with community peace and/or development work
  • Strong ability to communicate with different groups of people, including community leaders and members, security providers, and local authorities
  • Experience of working in insecure environments
  • Fluency in one of the local languages spoken in the area of work
  • Good English language skills, both verbal and to written
  • Ability to use IT equipment effectively including computers and mobile phones
  • Motor cycle driving license is desirable, willingness to acquire a licence and to move by motor bike in the field is essential.
  • Cultural and gender sensitivity
  • A team player, able to demonstrate a constructive, cooperative and problem-solving approach

    Application Process

    Qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications which should include a 1-page cover letter clearly stating their motivation and qualifications and a CV.

    Applications should include contact details of three professional referees who have supervised the candidate in the last five years. One referee must be the applicant’s most recent manager. Only applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications will be considered.

    We only accept applications sent via our online-application form. Applications should be sent no later than: 13th June, 2017.

    For more information and job application details, see; Danish Refugee Community Safety Facilitators (CSF) Job Vacancies in Kenya

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