Jobs at One Mara Carbon Project

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial Management & Reporting
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for OMCP operations
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure the
• integrity of OMCP’s financial systems
• Monitor cash flow and ensure timely disbursement of funds for program activities
• Prepare accurate, timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including the
• Board, management, and regulatory authorities
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, and oversee payroll processes
• Conduct monthly financial reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy of all accounts
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, financial laws, and project requirements
• Coordinate audits and provide relevant financial documentation
• Budget & Resource Allocation
• Develop, manage, and monitor the annual budget in alignment with organizational priorities and objectives
• Provide financial analysis and advice to support resource allocation and cost-effective decision-making
• Track and analyze budget variances, and recommend corrective actions when needed
• Administration & Operations Management
• Oversee general office management, ensuring that the office environment supports the efficiency of day-to-day operations
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring value for money and compliance with internal and external requirements
• Ensure proper asset management, including inventory control and maintenance of office equipment
• Supervise logistics, including travel arrangements, transportation, and event management
• Develop and maintain relationships with local vendors and service providers to ensure highquality service
• Human Resources & People Management
• Support staff contracts, benefits, administration, and compliance with Kenya’s labor laws
• Be the focal point for the Labor Inspectorate and other regulatory bodies
• Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with local laws, OMCP regulations, and organizational policies related to finance and administration
• Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks through effective policies, controls, and risk management strategies
• Ensure that financial records and reports are maintained and submitted according to legal and donor standards
• Program Implementation Support
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure financial resources are available for program activities on time
• Provide support in financial planning and management for projects, including budget tracking, financial reporting, and expense monitoring
• Support grant management by ensuring timely financial reporting to OMCP management

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

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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Grazing Management & Restoration Implementation
• Lead the development and implementation of community-based rotational grazing plans across participating conservancies.
• Track the level of implementation of project activities critical to rangeland restoration and carbon sequestration (e.g., adherence to grazing plans and stocking densities) and report non-compliance.
• Monitor livestock movement, Body Condition Scores (BCS), and herd structure to ensure compliance with agreed grazing schedules.
• Support the integration of Indigenous knowledge systems into rangeland management plans.
• Contribute to the development of early warning systems for drought and pasture scarcity.
• Rangeland Health Monitoring & Assessment
• Conduct rangeland health assessments, including vegetation cover, soil condition, and biodiversity indicators.
• Support the mapping and zoning of grazing areas using GIS and remote sensing tools.
• Oversee the collection of data on livestock movement, livestock numbers, and herd structures in accordance with appropriate carbon standard methodologies to show evidence of project activities and calculate project emissions and leakage
• Collaborate with the technical team on soil organic carbon (SOC) sampling and monitoring.
• Community Engagement & Capacity Building
• Facilitate community engagement forums to co-design and review grazing protocols and
• restoration strategies.
• Train community scouts and herders on rangeland monitoring techniques and sustainable grazing practices.
• Data Management, Reporting & Learning
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, donor updates, and learning briefs.
• Ensure timely reporting of activity implementation, non-compliance, and field observations.
• Representation & Stakeholder Engagement
• Represent the project in local and regional rangeland forums and stakeholder meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Rangeland Management, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in rangeland or pastoralist systems
• Strong understanding of carbon projects, grazing plan development, grazing systems review, and community-based conservation
• Proficiency in GIS, GPS, and remote sensing tools for land monitoring
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and report-writing skills
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience working in Kenya’s pastoralist landscapes
• Experience working with pastoral communities and conservancies