Busara Center Jobs in Kenya
Busara Center Team Assistant Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities:Administrative SupportMaintain up-to-date project files (both paper and electronic) and retrieve data from various sources;
Co-ordinate with other international offices, and liaise frequently with team members both in Uganda, US and in the Nairobi office;
Track and report on appropriate aspects of the Team’s operational activities;
Co-ordinate time management and schedules, taking current and future priorities into account, anticipate and monitor changes, and communicate the information;
Track assigned tasks/project steps/ timetables using modern office management technologies, coordinate with relevant staff, provide assistance and/or information on project-related matters;
Solve non-routine problems creatively and resourcefully;
Maintaining and replenishing office inventory & supplies;
Serve as a backup to other staff and Assistants on project and administrative tasks;
Communication Support
Draft correspondence (standard letters, memos, faxes, etc.) conforming to the Organization’s regional standards, using proper grammar, punctuation and style and proofread materials;
Draft minutes of meetings and provide assistance in editing large documents;
Coordination of information flow in the office and dissemination of communication to the teams;
Review and screen incoming correspondence for the Directors’ and prioritize documents according to action required.
Logistical Support
Assists in preparation and logistical planning for various events, e.g. conferences, workshops, etc.;
Make arrangements for official travel of the Directors and other team members; prepare travel requests, hotel reservations, visas, tickets, DSA, taxis etc.
Offer travel related support for external visitors to the Kenya Office and around the International offices.
Requirements
Qualifications:
A University degree in Business Administration or equivalent
An unhealthy obsession for organization and structures
Excruciating attention to detail and eye for proofreading
Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationship with staff, board members, external partners, and clients
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer / client services and response
Ability to manage and cope with stressful situations
Prompt, present, and around the clock availability during high stress periods.
Ability to read and respond to office moods and temperaments.
Ability to direct and manage a team of your peers as well as effectively manage up.
Innate ability to solve problems and provide practical solutions
Advanced MS Office Experience
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits
Energetic, fast-paced work environment
Opportunities for rapid growth
How to Apply
Apply online by 18th July
For more information and job application details, see; Busara Center Team Assistant Jobs in Kenya
Busara Center Senior Accountant Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities:
Supervise the Accounts Payable Clerk and any additional Nairobi accounting staff, including Bookkeepers
Compute Kenyan taxes and prepare tax returns, balance sheets, profit and loss statements, etc. for the Kenya branch
Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results
Analyze financial information and summarize Busara’s financial status
Spot errors and suggest ways to improve efficiency and spending
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
Participate in financial standards setting and in forecast process
Provide input into the Finance and Accounting department’s goal setting process
Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance
Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions
Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy of all Busara accounts
Keep up with financial policies, regulation and legislation in Kenya
Requirements
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Experience managing accounting or finance
staff in Kenya or the East Africa region
Relevant accounting certification (CPA(K))
Strong interpersonal skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication
Self motivated, with a desire for continual learning
Thorough knowledge of accounting procedures
Experience with general ledger functions and the month end and year end close process
Hands on experience with accounting software packages, preferably NetSuite
Accuracy and attention to detail
Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
Positive working attitude, with a focus on results
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (with the ability to work with lookups and pivot tables)
Benefits
Competitive salary and health insurance
Dynamic work environment with opportunity for growth
How to Apply
Apply online by 18th July
For more information and job application details, see; Busara Center Senior Accountant Jobs in Kenya
Busara Center Admin and Compliance Officer Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities:
Maintain strict compliance to organizational policies, procedures, and internal controls, with an emphasis on finance and accounting
Prior to budgetary approval or payment, review every receipt or contract submitted by any member of staff for compliance with Busara’s policies
Reject any non-compliant requests and clearly communicate to staff in order to allow them to rectify the problem and provide additional documentation if possible
Maintain extremely organized files of all the organization’s key documents, including supplier contracts, legal registrations, insurance policies, and business licences for all Busara offices, making them accessible to senior management at all times
Prepare, update, monitor and report on a regional organizational tracker for regular reporting requirements and renewals.
Whenever projects have additional funder requirements, ensure all project funds are compliant with both Busara’s and the funder’s policies
Develop, document, and communicate standards and procedures to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of the Compliance function at Busara
As requested, prepare due diligence or organizational questionnaires for specific funders or partners who require additional information about Busara
In partnership with senior management, conduct periodic internal audits of project or organizational funds, ensuring that they are not diverted from their approved purpose
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly compliance reports for senior management
Requirements
Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field
Prior experience in a nonprofit or NGO setting preferred
Meticulous attention to detail
Desire to meticulously maintain electronic and paper files
Good written and verbal communication
Ability to effectively manage workflow
Financial modeling experience
Ability to effectively communicate and project financial policies to other staff
Ability to aggressively anticipate workload and issues, in order to prioritize team workflow and deliverables
Positive working attitude, with a focus on results
Self motivated, with a desire for continual learning
Benefits
Competitive salary and health insurance
Dynamic work environment with opportunity for growth
How to Apply
Apply online by 18th July
For more information and job application details, see; Busara Center Admin and Compliance Officer Jobs in Kenya
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