Finance and HR Manager

Company Description

Lumos is an international children’s charity founded in 2005 by the author J.K. Rowling to end the harmful practice of institutionalization of children. Lumos’s mission is to fight for every child’s right to a family by transforming childcare systems around the world. Our vision is for all children to grow up in safe and loving families.

Position

Job Title: Finance and HR Manager

Working Pattern: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Reports to: Country Director – Lumos Kenya

Country Office: Kenya

Group: Programmes

Background

Lumos Foundation started its work in Kenya remotely in 2018 by advocating and promoting children rights to grow up in families. During these years Lumos has been supporting the government partners at both national and regional levels, local NGOs and professionals to implement high-quality care reform, by contributing to the development of policy and regulatory frameworks; by organizing and delivering capacity building; by promoting and strengthening child and youth participation.

In 2019 Lumos registered a local NGO in Kenya. Find out more about our work at www.wearelumos.org

Requirements

Key Objectives

Working closely with the Country Director and team to support the implementation Lumos Programme work in Kenya in the areas of Finance and HR.

·Be responsible for overseeing all finance, HR and operations of Lumos Kenya Country Office;

·Manage systems and processes in accordance to Lumos and national policies and procedures.

·Provide financial, HR and operational leadership to ensure the financial sustainability, compliance, and effectiveness of the organisation.

·Be supportive to high quality programmatic work

·Work in close co-ordination with Lumos UK finance, HR, operations and security team.

Requirements

·Bachelor/master’s degree in finance, Financial Management, Economics, Accounting, or related field.

·Thorough knowledge of finance legislation, regulations, accounting principles and procedures.

·Knowledge and experience with accounting systems, financial reporting software.

·Knowledge and proficiency in using Cezanne HR systems or similar platforms to manage all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, applicant tracking, onboarding, holiday and absence management, performance reviews, talent management, and payroll processing.

·Strong computer skills, including MS Office and accounting software.

·Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

·At least 5 years of relevant experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting. Working with/for an international organisation will be an asset.

·At least 3 years of relevant experience in handling HR and Staff issues

·Proven track record of developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Other information

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the minimum requirements send a detailed CV including 3 referees, a cover letter, and relevant support documents to [email protected] by 4 October 2024. Kindly provide the current contact details of your referees.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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