Vacancies at Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Kenya

Position Summary:

 FAWE seeks to recruit an experienced Director, Internal Audit & Risk Management at the Regional Secretariat in Nairobi to support the organization in achieving its strategic objectives by systematically evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

This role is instrumental in ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and supporting the organization in achieving its strategic objectives. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to contribute to FAWE’s mission by ensuring robust financial governance and risk management frameworks, ultimately supporting sustainable and impactful operations.

Contract Type: This position is on a fixed contract for five years with the possibility of extension based on the availability of funding and individual’s performance.

Location: The Director, Internal Audit & Risk Management, will be based in the Regional Office in Nairobi, with frequent travel across the region.

Reporting to: Functionally to the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board and administratively to the Executive Director.

Functional Relationships: All Units within FAWE, FAWE’s 34 National Chapters, Civil Society Organizations, and regional and sub-regional policy bodies, among others.

Direct Reportees: None at this time, however, the structure at Internal Audit and Risk Management Division may be reviewed and adjusted in the future based on evolving organizational and divisional needs

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Internal Auditing, Financial Accounting, Financial Management. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 12 years of proven experience as an Internal Auditor or Senior Auditor.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, accounting software, and data analytics tools.
• Strong ability to analyze large datasets and generate detailed reports.
• Thorough knowledge of auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and risk management frameworks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Accreditation with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is required.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate audit findings effectively.

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FAWE seeks to recruit a highly talented Programme Development and Partnership Officer responsible for building an increasingly, diversified network of supporters, including institutional, corporate, academia, policymakers, donors/partners as well as other donors who share in the vision of FAWE and provide funds, technical support, and other forms of collaboration to meet the current and future needs of FAWE. The post holder will also be responsible for establishing and promoting the brand of FAWE RS regionally and abroad, raising awareness about the organization’s work at various forums and ensuring transparent information sharing with the public. He/she will be a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of various media sources and the development sector.

This role is responsible for providing leadership in the resource mobilization strategy in response to emerging opportunities and challenges.

• Contract Type: This position is for a fixed term of three years with a possibility of extension based on funds availability and performance.
• Location: The Programme Development and Partnership Officer will be based in the Regional Office in Nairobi, with intermittent regional travel.
• Reporting to: Executive Director
• Functional Relationships: The Programme Development and Partnership Officer will work closely with all FAWE Regional Secretariat employees. FAWE’s 34 National Chapters, Civil Society Organizations, donors and regional and sub-regional policy bodies, among others.

Direct Reportees: None

Qualification Requirements

• Master’s degree in business administration, communication, Marketing, Public Relations, or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Communication, Marketing or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of demonstrated experience in developing fund-raising strategy, institutional resource mobilization and building business portfolios NGO sector.
• Proven understanding of the development sector, donor relations and grants management.
• Fluency in English language and working knowledge of French is crucial.
• Good writing and editorial skills.