Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (LWC), based in Isiolo Kenya, is an organization, which works as a catalyst for the conservation of wildlife and its habitat.We invite applications for the position of a Chief Administrative Officer.
This position reports to the Chief Executive Officer.
The primary purpose of the position is to provide administrative support services in strategic direction of all financial, procurement, administration and IT functions at the Conservancy
Key Responsibilities Include:
Oversee the strategic direction, management, coordination, administration and harmonization of activities of the departments responsible for finance, administration and procurement.
Analyze and oversee financial and procurement policies, procedures, donor reporting as well as recommend to the CEO new or revised policies, procedures or programs when needed.
Establish and maintain company-wide objectives, policies, procedures, processes and practices to ensure the company maintains sound financial accounting structures.
Participate in developing new business, specifically: assist the CEO in identifying new revenue generating opportunities.
Develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the organization.
Fulfilling stewardship responsibilities by ensuring effective compliance and control and responding to ever increasing regulatory developments, including adherence to financial regulations and standards, financial reporting, capital requirements, statutory and tax obligations, legal documents and insurance coverageQualifications
Masters of Business Administration with Finance option or its equivalent
Certified Public Accountant (K) or have equivalent accounting qualification
Proficient in accounting software including Pastel
Experienced with donor fund management
Having a minimum of 10 years’ experience in finance at a senior management level and five of which must be as a CFO.
Mature and proactive with evidence of having worked as a true business partner to the Chief Executive of an organization
Demonstrated excellence in managing finance, accounting, budgeting, control and reporting
Thorough understanding of the International Financial Reporting Standards and experience in application and enforcement of standards at the workplace.
Excellent communication, attention to detail and personnel management skillsIf you meet the requirements and are interested in joining a team of hardworking staff, please send your resume and application letter to the address below indicating your current gross pay and salary expectation for this position.
Provide your daytime telephone contact and contacts of three professional referees by 12th September2014.
The Human Resource Manager
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Private Bag
Isiolo
OR Email hr@lewa.org
NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
