Who we are
Urgent Action Fund-Africa (UAF-Africa) is a consciously feminist and womn’s human rights pan- African Fund, registered in Kenya and Zimbabwe. Operating as a virtual organisation, the Fund boasts of strategic presence in Africa’s five sub-regions- East Africa: Nairobi- Kenya, Kampala-Uganda; North Africa: Cairo- Egypt; Southern Africa: Harare- Zimbabwe, Lilongwe- Malawi, Antananarivo- Madagascar, Johannesburg- Pretoria & Cape Town- South Africa, Gaborone- Botswana; West Africa: Abuja -Nigeria and Parakou- Benin, Lomé, Togo; West/ Central Africa: Yaoundé & Douala Cameroon. Recognising the need to move resources rapidly on a continent where opportunities and threats arise and decline quickly, UAF-Africa uses a Rapid Response Grant making mechanism to support unanticipated, time sensitive, innovative, and unique initiatives that promote women’s agency in democratic governance, economic, environmental and climate justice, natural resources governance and conflict transformation while protecting their personhood, integrity, and rights.
Position Overview
The position provides support to the Finance portfolio, by providing robust financial administration through efficient use of the organisation’s resources, assist with maintaining financial records in support of accounting activities, preparing reports, payments and reconciliations, executing transactions, and analysing financial data to provide insights for decision- making, and statutory compliance under the direct guidance of the Finance & Operations Officer.
Specific Responsibilities
Financial Operations and Management Support
Grantsmaking Support
Other Responsibilities
Qualifications
Skills and Experience
Work Environment
This is a regional position that involves some national and regional travel. UAF-Africa is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in its hiring practices. In order to build the strongest possible workforce, UAF-Africa actively seeks a diverse applicant pool. The Fund is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in applying for this role need to register on the UAF-Africa website & apply for this role using the link below:
http://uafahrrec.peopleshr.com/
No phone calls please.
Tagged as: Kenya, Urgent Action Fund-Africa
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