Ref. No. NRS/297/122018
Job purpose
The Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF – http://bit.ly/2RLdsLi) is one of the flagship programmes of the Partnership for Skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology (PASET), an initiative by African governments to address systemic gaps in skills and knowledge necessary for long-term, sustained economic growth in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). PASET was launched in 2013 by the governments of Senegal, Ethiopia and Rwanda. The governments of Kenya and Ivory Coast have since joined the initiative, while several others have expressed commitment to enter the partnership.
With funding from African governments, the World Bank and the Korean government, RSIF aims to support PhD training, and research and innovation in various African universities selected as centres of excellence in fields identified by PASET as priority economic sectors for growth and development, including food security, ICT and materials science. A competitive grants scheme, RSIF has two components:
- the general fund, which supports PhD training, research and innovation projects annually; and
- the permanent or endowment fund, whose return proceeds will become part of the general fund.
In July 2018, the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (www.icipe.org) was appointed the Regional Coordination Unit (RCU) of RSIF. The mandate of the RCU includes managing the two funds and supporting the capacity of the universities and partnering institutions to administer the PhD scholarships. The assignment also includes creating partnerships with governments, universities and national and international research organisations for research training, e.g. through sandwich training, to promote collaboration with and among the centres of excellence. As well, the RCU will help introduce more African governments and other potential strategic partners to PASET to fund and to ensure continued continent-wide support.
Reporting to the RCU Financial Management Specialist, the position holder will provide support in financial management services to ensure financial probity.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate is expected to:
- Support RCU grant management processes, to ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures of icipe;
- Support in conducting capacity building activities in fund management, as may be necessary;
- Maintain meticulous financial records;
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports;
- Conduct routine financial operations, including management of financial data in the accounting system, budgeting, asset management, and cash flow management;
- Initiate, process, and disburse funds on time;
- Follow up to ensure timely and adequate financial reporting by grantees in the execution of project activities;
- Support other Programme monitoring and evaluation activities, including programme budget variance analysis, periodic review and planning meetings, and budget revisions;
- Support external Programme audits and implementation of audit recommendations;
- Participate in resource mobilisation activities, including proposal development and budgeting.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university and CPA (K) or equivalent professional qualification.
- At least 5 years relevant work experience with a reputable organization.
Core competencies
Work skills
- Demonstrable experience of financial management.
- Experience of financial management of donor-funded development programmes and results-based management processes is an added advantage.
- Excellent record keeping.
Computer Skills
- Computer data management skills.
Other desirable attributes
- Result oriented with ability to work under pressure and independently to meet set goals.
- Professionalism and integrity: Application of ethics, principles, standards and expertise in all areas of work.
- Good team worker: Ability to relate with others in mutual support and respect towards common goals and shared vision.
- Ability to work effectively within a diverse and multicultural environment.
- Innovation and creativity: Ability to generate new ideas and ways of working, and continuously improves existing work processes, practices and concepts.
- Willingness to travel.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
Reporting
This position reports to the RCU Financial Management Specialist.
The selected candidate should be available to start as soon as possible.
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