Finance and Administration Manager

About the role

The Finance and Administration Manager provides financial stewardship and grant control for the Inclusive Africa Program. Based in Nairobi, the role ensures that resources are planned, used, documented and reported in line with approved budgets, donor requirements and statutory obligations, while supporting multi‑country delivery through budgeting, reporting, procurement and risk management.

Key responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash‑flow planning and development of costed workplans.
• Monitor expenditure, commitments, burn rates and variances, recommending corrective actions.
• Maintain grant controls, track income, disbursements, restricted funds and in‑kind contributions.
• Prepare accurate management, donor and statutory financial reports and variance analyses.
• Coordinate audits, donor reviews and compliance checks, ensuring audit‑ready records.
• Oversee programme administration, travel logistics, procurement, contracting and asset management.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field, or a strong bachelor’s degree with substantial experience.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) and 8–10 years of progressive finance, grants or administration experience in donor‑funded programmes.

Required skills

• Advanced budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis.
• Grant accounting and donor compliance management.
• Audit preparation and compliance reporting.
• Procurement, contracting and supplier management.
• Advanced Excel/spreadsheet modelling and accounting software proficiency.