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Finance & Grants Officer Job Masakhane Research Foundation
Masakhane Research Foundation
Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 4 days ago (20 Sep 2026) Updated 4 days ago
Job Description
The Finance & Grants Officer will manage financial reporting and oversee grant administration for research projects at Masakhane Research Foundation. Key duties include budgeting, processing donor funds, ensuring compliance, and supporting audits. The role requires solid analytical skills and experience in grant‑management within the finance sector.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field
- • Minimum 3 years experience in finance or grant management
- • Strong knowledge of donor compliance and grant reporting requirements
- • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- • Excellent analytical and communication skills
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Manage financial reporting and budgeting for research projects
- • Process grant applications, monitor disbursements and ensure donor compliance
- • Prepare financial statements, forecasts and variance analyses
- • Coordinate with project teams to track expenses and provide financial guidance
- • Maintain accurate records and support internal and external audits