Job Title: Project Finance Officer – Samuel Hall
About the Role
Samuel Hall is seeking a highly qualified and results-oriented professional to
join our team as a Project Finance Officer. This vital role
involves not only overseeing all financial aspects of grant-funded programs and
contracts, but also providing strategic financial planning and advisory support
to project managers and leads.
You will ensure the effective stewardship of donor funds,
maintain the highest standards of accountability and transparency, and
contribute to decision-making with accurate forecasts and insights. The role
also requires ensuring strict donor compliance, preparing high-quality reports,
and supporting audits and operational improvements.
The Project Finance Officer will report directly to the
Finance Director (with a dotted line to the Project Manager(s)). This is a
full-time, 1-year contract with the possibility of extension, based in Nairobi,
Kenya, with travel of up to 20%.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management and Planning
- Develop
and manage budgets for grant-funded projects and contracts.
- Track
financial performance against budgets, providing early warnings on any
deviations to ensure effective financial control.
- Provide
timely financial insights and advisory support to project managers and
leads.
Compliance, Reporting & Operations
- Ensure
strict compliance with donor requirements, regulations, and contractual
obligations in Kenya.
- Prepare
accurate and timely financial reports for donors.
- Maintain
comprehensive financial records and documentation in line with
organizational and donor requirements.
- Coordinate
internal and external audit processes and implement any necessary
corrective measures.
- Ensure
payroll compliance for grant-funded positions, including statutory
returns.
Stakeholder Coordination & Process Improvement
- Serve
as the primary financial liaison with project managers, donors, funding
agencies, and partners.
- Provide
financial input during project reviews, planning sessions, and
donor/client negotiations.
- Build
strong collaborative relationships with program and operations teams to
integrate financial considerations into project delivery.
Candidate Profile
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s
degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related
field.
- CPAK,
ACCA, or CIMA certification is required.
- 5–7
years of experience in financial management, preferably within the
NGO/non-profit sector.
- Strong
experience in grants reporting, donor compliance, and financial reporting.
- Previous
experience with international donors (e.g., EU, USAID, FCDO, Gates
Foundation) is highly valued.
Technical Skills & Competencies
- Advanced
proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems (such as Xero,
Zoho) is essential.
- Comprehensive
understanding of grant regulations, donor compliance requirements, and
audit processes.
- Knowledge
of IFRS, US GAAP, and local Kenyan accounting standards is a plus.
- High
level of integrity, strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and
excellent communication skills.
Company Description
Samuel Hall is a social enterprise that conducts research,
evaluates programmes, and analyses data in and on contexts of migration and
displacement. Our mission is to connect the voices of communities to
changemakers for more inclusive societies. We are based in the regions we
study, with a team of over 50 staff across offices in countries including
Afghanistan, The Netherlands, Germany and Kenya.
We strive to provide actionable insights into challenging
issues in the developing world by conducting academically rigorous research
through primary data collection in areas where other researchers may not go.
Our approach is ethical and grounded in first-hand experience of complex and
fragile settings. Our expertise is focused on several key areas, including
migration, resilience, and children and youth. We work closely with key
partners, including UN agencies, international NGOs, governments, and private
sector companies, to bring our field-based evidence and knowledge to global
discussions and to influence policies and programs.
Additional Information
- Location: Nairobi,
Kenya
- Employment
type: Full-time, 1-year contract (with extension possibility)
- Travel: Up
to 20%
Working with Us
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a
collaborative work environment, and opportunities for professional growth. You
will join a dynamic team committed to excellence, accountability, and impact.
How to Apply
If you meet these requirements and are excited about this
opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application with a
CV and motivation letter by October 10th, 2025, via this link.
If you do not hear from us in two weeks, please consider
your application unsuccessful.