Grants and Budget Specialist – Rongo, Kenya (Start Date: February 2025)

Position: Grants and Budget Specialist

Location: Preferably Rongo, Kenya, with 80% travel
Type of Job: Full-Time
Job Category: Finance, Grants Management
Reporting to: CFO
Application Deadline: Applications reviewed on a rolling basis

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About Lwala Community Alliance

Lwala Community Alliance is a community-focused organization founded by a group of dedicated Kenyans, committed to unlocking the potential of communities to lead their own health and well-being initiatives. Lwala deploys a community-led health model based on four pillars: professionalized community health workers (CHWs), community health committees, health facilities, and data.

With a mission to address systemic health inequities, Lwala empowers communities to take charge of identifying challenges and designing solutions. Our work centers on the belief that no one understands their needs better than the communities themselves.

For more details about Lwala Community Alliance and our impactful initiatives, visit our official website.

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Job Summary

As a Grants and Budget Specialist, you will play a key role in budgeting, financial reporting, and managing grants within an international NGO context. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with strong expertise in finance systems, donor compliance, and organizational alignment.

This position is ideal for someone who is strategic, detail-oriented, and passionate about advancing health equity through sound financial practices.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Planning and Budgeting

• Support the development of strategic plans, annual work plans, and budgeting processes.
• Ensure donor budgets are complete and aligned with organizational policies and regulations.
• Coordinate proposal preparation with program managers and sub-grantees to align with funding strategies.
• Assist in drafting outgoing contracts and ensuring compliance with contractual terms.
• Participate in project inception meetings, communicating financial donor requirements to stakeholders.
• Highlight financial matters during project review meetings and provide actionable advice.

2. Reporting

• Lead financial accountability and reporting to donors in compliance with internal and donor policies.
• Coordinate financial information with project managers and the accounting team for proper monitoring.
• Prepare monthly consolidated budget vs actual reports for the CFO and senior management.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports to donors and project managers.

3. Partner Management

• Conduct capacity assessments for implementing partners (IPs).
• Provide technical support to IPs and prepare budgets collaboratively.
• Monitor partner budgets and ensure effective implementation.
• Maintain liquidity schedules for partner organizations to ensure timely financial transfers.
• Review partner reports to ensure donor compliance and timely submissions.

4. Compliance

• Monitor compliance with internal controls and donor requirements.
• Ensure adherence to donor-specific regulations and timely reconciliation of donor-funded projects.
• Prepare accurate and consistent donor reports to ensure uninterrupted implementation.

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Qualifications and Skills

Required Education and Experience

• Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Full accounting qualification (ACCA or equivalent).
• At least 6 years of experience in financial/accounting roles within international organizations or NGOs.
• Proven skills in developing finance systems in an international NGO context.
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting and donor reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is a distinct advantage.

Key Competencies

• Planning and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Interpersonal skills for fostering strong relationships within multicultural environments.
• Adaptability and teamwork, with a dynamic and responsive disposition.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

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Why Join Lwala Community Alliance?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization that centers communities as leaders in their health journey.
• Work in a collaborative and multicultural environment.
• Gain exposure to innovative approaches to community-led health solutions.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a combined application letter and CV in one attachment to Grants and Budget Specialist. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Important Notes:

• Lwala Community Alliance is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
• We do not ask for fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• Successful candidates will adhere to Lwala’s Anti-Fraud & Bribery Policy and Safeguarding Policy, ensuring the protection of vulnerable groups.

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