Finance & Administration Manager NGO Job KBTA

Location: Nairobi, Kenya (with regional scope across East Africa and Malawi) Reports to: Executive Director Contract Type: Full-time

Introduction

Kilimanjaro Blind Trust Africa (KBTA) is a dynamic and rapidly growing not-for-profit organization driving inclusive impact for children and youth with visual impairments across East Africa and Malawi. Our mission spans the full education-to-employment journey, ensuring that no child or youth is left behind. We are seeking a strategic and values-driven Finance & Administration Manager with proven nonprofit experience to lead our financial operations and steward resources for high-impact delivery. The ideal candidate is a collaborative team player ready to help shape the future of an organization recognized as a leader in inclusive innovation.

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About КВТА

KBTA is headquartered in Nairobi and operates across six countries—Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Malawi, and Ethiopia. Our impact model is anchored on five strategic pillars:

• Digital Literacy & Assistive Technology: Providing accessible tools like the Orbit Reader20 to visually impaired learners from primary to university level.
• STEM & Digital Skills Access: Enabling visually impaired high school students to participate in STEM and coding subjects to expand future career pathways.
• Employability & Inclusion: Supporting visually impaired graduates with workplace readiness skills and working with employers to foster inclusive workplaces.
• User-led Assistive Tech Innovation: Hosting Live Labs for co-creation and user feedback on affordable, context-appropriate technology.
• Climate & Financial Inclusion: Developing responses to climate impact and financial inclusion for youth with disabilities.

Role Overview

The Finance & Administration Manager will play a critical leadership role in financial strategy, compliance, and organizational governance. You will ensure that KBTA’s financial systems support its strategic goals, uphold accountability to donors and stakeholders, and foster sustainable growth. The role also oversees administration, HR, and organizational risk management.

Responsibilities

Financial Strategy, Planning & Oversight

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance monitoring aligned with KBTA’s strategic priorities.
• Prepare and present financial reports to the Board and donors.
• Ensure sound financial governance, transparency, and accountability.

Financial Management & Compliance

• Oversee budgeting, donor reporting, statutory compliance, and audit readiness.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in line with IFRS and donor regulations.
• Lead internal control frameworks and risk mitigation practices.

Administration & Human Resources

• Supervise administrative operations and ensure effective vendor, asset, and facilities management.
• Oversee payroll, performance management, and HR compliance including onboarding and employee records.
• Manage and lead a small finance and admin team with a focus on mentorship, performance, and team development.

Fundraising Support

• Support the preparation of donor budgets and ensure compliance in fund utilization.
• Contribute to proposals by articulating financial needs and aligning them with program strategies.
• Ensure partners’ financial accountability and advocate for government investment in inclusive education.

Qualifications

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, CA) is required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in finance roles, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership position, preferably in the nonprofit or NGO sector.
• Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online and advanced Excel; knowledge of Wingubox is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated success in managing multi-donor budgets and donor compliance (e.g., UN
• agencies, foundations, EU, Bilateral agencies).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities.
• Experience in team management, audit processes, and risk oversight.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• High integrity, transparency, and commitment to inclusive development.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• A CV and cover letter (combined in one PDF, max 4 pages)
• Three professional references
• Salary expectation

Submit application to: admin@kilimanjaro-blindtrust.org

Email Subject: Finance Manager Application

Deadline: Thursday, June 12, 2025

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