Assistant II – Grant Finance

About the role

ChildFund is seeking an Assistant II, Grant Finance to provide core financial support for the EU‑funded project "Sheria ya Vijana". The role involves payment validation, documentation compliance, and day‑to‑day accounting while ensuring strict adherence to EU donor regulations, Barnfonden guidelines, and internal financial policies.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily financial operations of the project in line with EU rules, Barnfonden policies and Kenyan legislation.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning across the consortium, ensuring alignment with the approved budget.
• Prepare quarterly and annual financial reports for internal and donor use.
• Validate vouchers, verify payments and maintain accurate documentation.
• Coordinate with project partners to ensure timely and compliant financial transactions.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
• Foundational level completed in CPA (K) or ACCA qualification process.
• 3–4 years of hands‑on experience in financial administration, voucher verification and documentation management, preferably within an INGO.
• Experience handling EU‑funded projects or large institutional grants is a distinct advantage.

Required skills

• Financial reporting and analysis.
• Budgeting and forecasting.
• Voucher verification and documentation management.