Egerton University is the oldest institution of higher learning in Kenya. It was founded as a Farm School in 1939 by Lord Maurice Egerton of Tatton, a British national who settled in Kenya in the 1920s. In 1950, the School was upgraded to an Agricultural College offering diploma programmes.

Chief Finance Officer Grade 15 (1 Post) – EU/AFP/2024 – 1008

Applicants MUST have the following academic/professional qualifications and requirements:

• Must have a Master’s degree in finance or related field
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field.
• Must be Certified Public Accountant (CPA -K) or its equivalent
• Must be a member of a relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Must have ten (10) years relevant work experience, five (5) of which must be at senior level
• Must be computer literate
• Meet the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution (documents will be required for those shortlisted).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• In-Charge of the department.
• Responsible for effective co-ordination and implementation of all financial policies.
• Responsible for adherence to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Liaise with government and other agencies on all University financial matters.
• In-Charge of financial and personnel matters in the department
• Responsible for the coordination and generation of financial reports
• Responsible for compliance with all relevant laws on financial matters.
• Ensure the maintenance of effective accounting systems in the university in line with the
• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Responsible for formulation and implementation of the departmental strategic plan.
• Responsible for the submission of the university budget to university council and the government.
• Responsible for the submission of the university end of year financial statements and accounts to university council and Kenya National Audit.
• Advice University Management and Council on all financial matters.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Terms The incumbent shall hold office on a contract period of five (5) years and eligible for reappointment for a further one term subject to satisfactory performance in accordance with terms and conditions of service as approved by the Council from time to time.