TradeMark East Africa ( TMEA ) is funded by a range of development agencies with the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through trade. We believe that enhanced trade contributes to economic growth, a reduction in poverty and subsequently increased prosperity. TMEA works closely with East African Community (EAC) institutions, national governments, business and civil society organisations to increase trade by unlocking economic potential through:
• Increased market access;
• Enhanced trade environment; and
• Increased product competitiveness.
• Increased market access;
• Enhanced trade environment; and
• Increased product competitiveness.
TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali.
FINANCE MANAGER – BUDGETS AND REPORTING
TMEA is seeking to recruit a high calibre, results-oriented and self-driven experienced professional to join our Corporate Services team in the position of Finance Manager.
The Finance Manager will be responsible for the preparation of budgets in accordance with TMEA guidelines. S/he is responsible for financial and management reporting in line with both internal and external stakeholders’ requirements. S/he will implement, monitor and evaluate budget policies and procedures and make recommendations.
The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree preferably a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting or Finance and be a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K) or possess an equivalent professional accounting qualification. S/he will have a minimum of seven years’ experience in financial management and at least three years’ experience in middle level management. The ideal candidate must be highly analytical, organized, conscientious, with high attention to detail and possess the ability to communicate effectively. The Finance Manager will be based in Nairobi, Kenya with occasional travel within East Africa.
The detailed job profile for this post can be accessed on our website www.trademarkea.com.
APPLICATION DETAILS
The position is available on an initial 2-year contract with attractive salary and benefit packages. Please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position and current remuneration. Your application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts. The forwarding e-mail and cover letter must clearly indicate the position title on the subject line. Send your application to recruitment@trademarkea.com by Friday, 14 March 2014 by 5.00pm East African time. Interviews will be conducted on Thursday, 24 April 2014 in Nairobi, Kenya.
Please note that we can only accept applications received by email. Applications received after the deadline time and date will not be accepted. We reserve the right to accept or reject any application. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
TradeMark East Africa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and transparent recruitment processes.
