The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the education of scholars within the region and promoting access to quality education in challenging circumstances with a large pool of beneficiaries emanating from the Dadaab Refugee camps.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Oversee and facilitate the selection process of scholarship beneficiaries, including application reviews and interviews within Dadaab camp.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders, such as schools, parents, and community leaders, to ensure smooth program implementation.
• Support beneficiaries in the enrolment process, including school admission and facilitation and access to required educational materials during academic terms.
• Ensure effective planning, coordination, and execution of program-related events and activities.
• Document success stories, best practices, and lessons learned from the program implementation.
• Manage the financial aspects of the scholarship program, including budgeting, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting.
• Monitor program expenses and ensure adherence to approved budgets and financial guidelines.
• Prepare accurate financial reports, including expense reports, budget variance analysis, and financial projections.
• Collaborate with the finance team to maintain accurate financial records, receipts, and supporting documentation within the Data Management and Information System (DMIS).
• Work closely with program stakeholders to ensure financial transparency and compliance with donor requirements.
• Provide financial guidance and support to scholarship beneficiaries and their families as needed through provision of the scholarship package.
• Assist in the development and improvement of financial management systems and processes.
• Collaborate with program coordinators and other team members to ensure effective implementation of the scholarship program within the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial management and reporting, preferably in the nonprofit or humanitarian sector.
• Strong knowledge of financial management principles, practices, and procedures.
• Proficiency in financial software and tools, such as Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, or similar applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working in a multicultural and refugee context is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of donor requirements and grant management is a plus.
• Fluency in English is required, and knowledge of the local language(s) is an advantage.