Finance & Admin Manager at Maasai Mara Wildlife Conservancies Association (MMWCA)

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Finance & Admin Manager will oversee OMCP’s financial operations, administrative systems, and compliance processes to ensure strong governance and effective program delivery. This role is responsible for leading financial planning and reporting, managing organizational budgets, and maintaining robust internal controls that uphold transparency and accountability across the project Working closely with the CEO, Operations Staff, Carbon Technical Manager, and partner organizations, the Finance and Administrative Manager will support resource allocation, coordinate audits, manage procurement and office operations, and ensure adherence to regulatory, tax, and donor requirements. The role will also provide financial guidance to program teams, strengthen operational systems, and contribute to the overall efficiency and integrity of OMCP’s work in the Greater Mara Ecosystem.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Key Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication in both English and Swahili.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.
• Expertise in budgeting and forecasting.
• Sound understanding of financial regulations and reporting requirements, ensuring
• compliance with funding agreements.
• Knowledge of local tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to prepare accurate and timely financial reports for management and stakeholders.
• Skills in identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks, including fraud prevention and internal control systems.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, standards, and practices, including familiarity with
• accounting software (QuickBooks) and tools.
• Experience coordinating and supporting internal and external audits, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
• Expertise in cost management, resource allocation, and finding efficiencies to maximize the impact of funds.
• Experience in developing and implementing financial policies and procedures to ensure accountability and transparency.
• Ability to align financial management with the organization's mission and long-term goals.
• Proven ability to oversee office operations, procurement, and logistics management.
• Strong asset management and vendor relationship skills.
• Knowledge of Kenyan labor laws and payroll management.
• Proven experience in managing, mentoring, and leading cross-functional teams

Key Experience

• Proven experience in managing financial operations, including the preparation of financial statements, managing project accounts, and overseeing financial controls within an organizational context.
• Significant experience managing finances for funded programs, ensuring compliance with OMCP regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing, managing, and monitoring budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with program workplans and objectives.
• Experience in coordinating and supporting internal and external audits, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with both organizational and donor requirements.
• Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks, including implementing fraud prevention measures and maintaining robust internal control systems.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and tools, such as QuickBooks, with the ability to manage financial records and reconcile accounts efficiently.
• Fluency in English (essential) and Swahili (highly desired) to effectively manage communications with various stakeholders across the landscape.
• Experience in developing and implementing financial policies and procedures to ensure accountability, transparency, and adherence to organizational and partner standards.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including program managers and technical leads, to ensure integrated financial management across all aspects of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• A professional accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, or a globally recognized equivalent) is preferred