Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, May 28, 2020 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Vision A clean, healthy, safe and sustainably managed environment and Natural resources Mission To facilitate good governance in the protection, restoration, conservation, development and management of the environment and natural resources for equitable and sustainable development. Mandate To protect, conserve and manage the environment and natural resources for socio-economic development Core Values Sustainable Development: Honesty and Integrity: Human Dignity: Teamwork and focus on results: Innovativeness: Equity: Participatory Approach GUIDING PRINCIPLES A Right to a Clean and Healthy Environment A Right to Development Ecosystem Approach Total Economic Value The Principle of Sustainable Use Inter- and Intra-generational Equity Public Participation and Inclusivity Principle The Principle of Subsidiarity The Precautionary Principle The Polluter Pays Principle. International Cooperation Good Governance 3R- Reduce, Re-use, recycle
Job Summary
The position will entail assisting the Project Manager in the day to day management of the project financial activities. The Project Finance Officer will be responsible for the overall provision of finance services, ensuring high quality, accuracy and consistency of work. .

Responsibilities
• Assist the Project Manager and National Project Coordinator in project budget implementation, monitoring and revision;
• Set up an accounting system, including reporting forms and file system for the project;
• Ensure that all expenditures of the project are in accordance with NIM procedures;
• Continuously improve systems & procedures to enhance internal controls and satisfy audit requirements;
• Provide logistical support in procurement, and contracting activities; and
• Compile financial reports and budget revisions, for submission to the National Project Coordinator and Project Manager, and to UNDP as required.

Competencies
Applicants must also have a demonstrable ability in the following:-
• To administer budgets, and work effectively with counterpart staff at all levels and with all groups involved in the project;
• Proficiency in Financial Management Computer applications common word processing (Ms Word), Spread sheet (Ms Excel) and Accounting Software;
• Strong drafting, presentation and reporting skills; and
• Strong analytical skills, good inter-personal and team building skills.

Qualifications
The applicant must be in possession of the following:-
• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Finance and Accounting, Business Administration, Business Management, BCom(finance option}; or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)K or Association of Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA);
• Membership to a professional body; and
• Specialized certification in Accounting and Finance will be an added advantage.

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Experience
In addition the applicant should:-
• Have a minimum of 5(five) years of proven work experience in the field of finance; or accounts of foreign funded projects; (3) three of which must have been in budgeting, planning and reporting on donor funded programmes and international auditing experience;
• Be conversant with government procurement, financial and accounting regulations and procedures. Added advantages
• Familiarity with technical assistance projects and UNDP programme in Kenya; and
• Experience in working with government ministries, national or county institutions.

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
Applications are invited from qualified persons for the positions shown below.
Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications ONLINE through the Commission website www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal www.psckjobs.go.ke. 
Please Note:
• Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application.
• Details of academic and professional certificates not obtained by closure of the advert should not be included.
• Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. (iii) Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification
• The Public Service Commission is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution - Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenyans diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, THE MARGINALIZED AND THE MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
• Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.
• It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
Serving officers shall be required to produce the original letter of appointment to their current substantive post during the interview.
Applications should reach the Commission on or before 15th June 2020 latest 5.00 pm (East African Time).

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