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MAG is a humanitarian organization clearing the remnants of conflict for the benefit of local communities worldwide. MAG is co-laureate of the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize.

MAG Kenya provides Logistical and Procurement support to MAG’s programmes across Africa and is currently recruiting for the position of Finance Manager.

We are looking for a qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) with effective finance management skills. You will have significant experience working in a similar position in an INGO or international enterprise.


Your responsibilities will include financial management and controls, financial reporting, cash management, ensuring fiscal and statutory compliance and leading a small finance team.

You will demonstrate experience with financial systems, developing and implementing financial procedures and policies, knowledge of grant or contract accounting, the ability to lead, manage, motivate and develop a team as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

You will be working in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to coordinate activities, a proactive and solution orientated approach, administrative experience, and the ability to multitask and work calmly under pressure are therefore essential.

If you meet these requirements and are interested in applying, please request the application documents from hr@mag-nairobi.org.

Individual CVs and Cover Letters will not be accepted.

The subject line needs to read: Request for application documents - Finance Manager.

The deadline for applications is 24 June 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

No phone calls or walk-ins.

Only completely filled out application forms will be considered.

This position is open for Kenyan nationals only.

Duty station will be Nairobi.