HelpAge International Global Finance and Compliance Business Partner Jobs in Kenya
HelpAge International Global Finance and Compliance Business Partner Jobs in Kenya;The Global Finance & Compliance Business Partner provides high-quality financial business partnering support and oversight to assigned programmes and organizational initiatives.
The role supports managers in budgeting, proposal development, donor compliance, financial reporting, audit, and risk management while ensuring compliance with organizational, donor, and regulatory requirements.
The position also leads internal audit planning, compliance reviews, and assurance activities across corporate and partner financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Business Partnering
Build strong relationships with budget holders and managers, providing proactive financial advice, support, and oversight.
Support managers in understanding financial compliance requirements and managing financial risks.
Contribute to financial decision-making through analysis, insight, and constructive challenge.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
Support the preparation of programme budgets and financial plans in line with organizational policies.
Monitor expenditure against approved budgets and provide timely feedback on variances, risks, and mitigation actions.
Contribute to organizational financial planning and reporting processes.
Support grant managers and programme teams in understanding donor regulations and compliance requirements.
Monitor and advise on cost recovery, co-funding requirements, and grant-related financial risks.
Partner Financial Management
Support financial oversight of implementing partners in line with HelpAge’s partner-led approach.
Review partner financial reports and supporting documentation.
Support partner financial assessments, compliance reviews, and capacity-strengthening initiatives.
Conduct audits of selected partner organizations in line with approved audit plans.
Compliance & Audit
Review monthly management information and provide assurance on financial performance reporting.
Support the development of financial reports, dashboards, and performance monitoring tools.
Support preparation for annual external audits.
Develop and propose annual internal audit plans for review by the Audit & Risk Committee.
Develop and maintain internal audit procedures and risk-based audit methodologies.
Coordinate and implement approved internal audit plans, documenting findings, management responses, and corrective action plans.
Monitor and report on the implementation of audit
recommendations.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
Professional accounting qualification or equivalent audit certification and experience.
Significant experience in financial management, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Experience working within an NGO, charity, or similar organization.
Strong understanding of donor-funded programmes and donor compliance requirements.
Experience in financial audit, compliance, and investigations.
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills.
Advanced Excel and financial systems skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across teams.
Desirable
Experience supporting partner-led programming and partner financial management.
Experience preparing donor budgets and donor financial reports.
Knowledge of UK charity finance requirements.
Knowledge of Charity SORP and auditing standards.
Experience using Microsoft Dynamics Business Central or similar accounting systems.
Experience supporting finance process improvements and risk management.
Key Behavioural Competencies
Work collaboratively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in response to changing priorities and opportunities.
Support and facilitate organizational and cultural change.
Build new partnerships and identify opportunities to extend HelpAge’s impact.
Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and meaningful participation of older people.
Demonstrate strong leadership, accountability, and people management skills.
Policies and Code of Conduct
Comply with HelpAge International’s Code of Conduct and all organizational policies.
Adhere to Safeguarding and Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) requirements.
Comply with Anti-Fraud and Bribery, Anti-Bullying and Harassment, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Whistleblowing, and Social Media policies.
Complete all mandatory training and maintain compliance with organizational standards.
Safeguarding
Prevent harm and abuse arising from HelpAge’s people, programmes, and operations.
Report all safeguarding concerns through established reporting mechanisms.
Comply with all safeguarding policies, procedures, and practices.
Complete mandatory safeguarding training and comply with vetting requirements.
How to apply
Qualified and interested individuals are encouraged to review the details of the role and submit their Cover Letter and CV only to jobs@helpage.org not later than Sunday, 1 November 2026.
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