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Participatory Ecological Land Use Management (PELUM) Kenya is a network of civil society organizations promoting agroecological principles and practices for the improved and sustained livelihoods among smallholder farmers and pastoralist communities across Kenya.
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance and Administration to lead the financial operations of our secretariat. This senior leadership role is responsible for financial management, financial reporting and analysis, audit management, Human Resources and administrative oversight, procurement sub-granting coordination, and collaboration with the management team.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership & Oversight
- Develop and manage comprehensive financial systems, including budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and reporting, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, local regulations, and internal policies.
- Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial statements and reports for the organization and its donor-funded programs.
- Manage annual budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring efficient allocation of resources.
- Ensure transparency and integrity in financial reporting and oversee regular reconciliations and tax filings.
- Prepare and deliver financial presentations, in liaison with and on behalf of the Country Coordinator, to the Country Board, Annual General Meeting (AGM), and external stakeholders including donors and strategic partners.
- Directly supervise the Senior Finance Officer, Finance Officer, Finance Assistant and HR / Administrative Officer
- Lead the Finance and Administrative department
- Maintain robust internal controls and proactively mitigate financial risks.
