About The Role.

• You will be part of the Finance Advisory Services (FAS) team, a dedicated group of in-country and global professionals. We serve as trusted advisors to organizational leadership teams, specializing in financial strategy and sustainability. We guide organizational-wide budgeting, strategic planning, and financial reporting functions. Our ultimate aim is to ensure financial sustainability, and enhance our overall impact.
• As the FP&A Associate you will manage financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, to ensure accurate internal and external reporting. You will report directly to the Global Financial Advisory Services Senior Associate and, over time, manage one team member. This role is based in either Nairobi or Kigali, with hybrid work arrangements available.

Responsibilities

Lead Financial Planning

• Lead the annual budgeting and five-years projection process
• Prepare the board and lenders budget packs
• Communicate budgeting and reporting information to Finance and non-Finance partners

Manage Planning Systems, Tools and Data

• Support implementation of planning systems and tools
• Propose and implement improvements to systems and tools
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data

Create financial models and dashboards

• Develop financial models to support strategic decisions
• Create dashboards to track financial performance
• Support country programs in scenario planning

Career Growth and Development

We have a culture of constant learning and invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. You will shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications

Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 4+ years experience in consulting, finance or finance analysis
• Project management and financial modelling experience
• Expert in advanced Excel and Google Sheets
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or another related field