GRANTS ASSISTANT, APHIAPLUS PROJECT
Tracking Code: 4347
Job Description
PATH is an international nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions,
enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. PATH’s mission is to
improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems,
and encouraging healthy behaviors.
USAID awarded a comprehensive health service delivery project to PATH to improve the health of
Kenyans in the western region of the country. The project, APHIAplus, builds upon USAID/Kenya’s
country-wide health service support project known as the AIDS, Population and Health Integrated
Assistance II (APHIA II). PATH and its partners will implement the APHIAplus project in Western and
Nyanza Provinces from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2015. It will work closely with the
Government of Kenya and a wide variety of non-government agencies to strengthen health care
services throughout the two provinces. In addition to addressing specific diseases, the APHIAplus
project will work on strengthening the region’s health care system by rehabilitating health facilities,
training staff, and supporting supply and communication networks. The award, valued at US$143
million, is one of several region-specific health projects that USAID/Kenya plans to award in the near
future.
PATH seeks to recruit a Grants Assistant to work closely with the Grants Officer and the finance team
to provide technical assistance in organizational and systems development and good governance.
The main responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Perform pre award and post award assessment of sub grants.
• Provide information to assist in decision making on project modifications for sub grants.
• Provide capacity building to CBOs/FBOs in strengthening HR, Admin and Finance systems to
ensure proper management of funds and compliance with USAID and project rules and
regulations.
• Review sub grants financial reports for accuracy and ensure that these are adequately
supported before forwarding them to the Grants Officer.
• Ensure the sub grant monthly and quarterly financial and programmatic reports are done on
time
• Ensure strict adherence and compliance with USAID regulations by sub grants.
• Ensure adequate supporting documentation.
• Ensure conformity with the work plans.
• Support the Grants Officer in orientation of new APHIA staff.
• Maintain grant files, assist in tracking grants agreements and help team members comply
with agreement policies and procedures as well as administrative requirements.
Required Skills
• Knowledge of USAID contracts and grants technical reporting requirements.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High numeracy, sound technical skills and analytical approach to work.
• Problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Proficiency in Ms Office applications
• Required Experience
• A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field,
• A minimum of two years relevant substantial experience implementing USAID-supported
projects in contracts and grants management.
Job Location: Other, KENYA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
To apply, please click on the the link below:
PATH GRANTS ASSISTANT JOB IN KENYA
JUNIOR ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE
Tracking Code: 4816
Job Description
PATH is an international, nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions,
enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. PATH's mission is to
improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems,
and encouraging healthy behaviors. Path is seeking an experienced Accounting Associate to manage
the following responsibilities:
Perform monthly desk audit to ensure accuracy of Field Office Financial Reports (FOFRs).
• Complete GL entries for FOFR transactions before monthly close/deadline; follow-up with
Field Offices to clear all outstanding questions and issues.
• Ensure tools and processes are in place to record labor information from field offices
accurately and reconcile General Ledger and Labor database differences as they occur.
• Complete quarterly and annual reconciliation of assigned GL accounts within deadlines.
• Research and prepare journal entries for reclassification of expenses as needed.
• Review and process Field Office Advance Requests within two days of receipt.
• Participate as team member to improve efficiency of systems, support opening/closing offices
and train field office staff.
• Maintain current documentation of policies and procedures for assigned areas of
responsibility.
• Participate in annual audit process, preparing work-papers and schedules as assigned.
• Monitor outstanding balances in assigned field office and advance accounts, follow-up on
unusual balances and stale outstanding items.
Participate as team member to improve efficiency of systems, support opening/closing offices, and give
orientation to field office staff.
• Work with Field Office staff on proper financial processes including segregation of duties,
procurement authorization and thresholds, transaction documentation, cash handling, and
related internal control practices and procedures.
Ensure that labor information from field office/s is recorded accurately.
• Review and analyze labor reports from field office/s, make corrections as needed.
• Export corrected data to Payroll for labor database; compare totals with GL posting and
resolve discrepancies.
• Complete quarterly reviews of field office salary data to ensure changes have been captured
by HR.
Complete quarterly reconciliation of assigned GL accounts for field office advances, taxes, deposits,
loans, etc. as directed by senior staff.
Research and prepare journal entries for reclassification of expenses, as assigned.
Required Skills
• Applicant must have the following qualifications/skills:
• Knowledge of USAID regulations particularly OMB Circular A-122 preferred.
• Good working knowledge of computers and good skills in MS Office software, particularly
familiarity with Excel spreadsheets with advanced formulas and macros. Access databases,
Solomon, and QuickBooks experience a plus.
• Experience in multi-currency accounting and partner reporting highly desirable.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas
well via e-mail, phone and in-person, with diplomacy and cross-cultural sensitivity.
Experience in multi-lingual environment a big plus.
• Proven ability to balance multiple competing demands, maintain attention to detail, and
consistently meet deadlines under time pressure.
• Effective in working independently as well as have strong ability to collaborate as a member
of a team from a different geographical location.
• Able to read and speak French is desirable.
Required Experience
• Applicant must posses the following experience:
• Minimum 1 year’s broad accounting and/or audit experience and demonstrated strong
capabilities in the in the following areas:
• General accounting systems/processes and internal controls implementation
• Complex bank account, receivable, payables and other GL accounts reconciliation
• Payroll processes and related government reporting.
• Experience working for international organizations or not-for-profits a preference.
• Undergraduate degree in accounting or related field. CPA highly preferred.
Job Location: Nairobi, KENYA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
To apply, please click on the link below:
PATH JUNIOR ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE
ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE
Tracking Code: 4817
Job Description
PATH is an international, nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions,
enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. PATH's mission is to
improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems,
and encouraging healthy behaviors. Path is seeking an experienced Accounting Associate to manage
the following responsibilities:
Perform monthly desk audit to ensure accuracy of Field Office Financial Reports (FOFRs).
• Coordinate FOFR processing for assigned sites; work with staff in assigned field office/s to
resolve all Financial Management/Operations questions.
• Review exchange rate calculations and revise as necessary for compliance with PATH policy.
• Approve bank account reconciliations and monitor outstanding payments.
• Review documentation, investigate unusual transactions and correct errors or omissions to
ensure compliance with PATH policy.
• Request clarification or additional documentation on questionable items.
• Advise field office financial staff of changes made to FOFRs; provide explanations and
instructions as necessary.
• Coordinate with Agreements Team to ensure proper recording of sub-agreement and subcontract
transactions.
• Monitor all outstanding requests to/from field office/s to ensure all issues are fully addressed.
• Answer questions and provide information to field and program staff on FOFR-related policy
and procedures.
Participate as team member to improve efficiency of systems, support opening/closing offices, and train
field office staff.
• Design/implement and evaluate/improve internal control systems and processes using tools
such as flowcharts, process documentation, etc.
• Assist with lease, bank accounts, and other facilities-related services set-up.
• Conduct training on proper financial processes including segregation of duties, procurement
authorization and thresholds, transaction documentation, cash handling, and related internal
control practices and procedures.
Ensure that labor information from field office/s is recorded accurately.
• Review and analyze labor reports from field office/s, make corrections as needed.
• Export corrected data to Payroll for labor database; compare totals with GL posting and
resolve discrepancies.
• Complete quarterly reviews of field office salary data to ensure changes have been captured
by HR.
Complete quarterly reconciliation of assigned GL accounts for field office advances, taxes, deposits,
loans, etc.
• Review account activity and balances for accuracy and reasonableness.
• Research errors and stale items; prepare correcting entries as needed so balances are
accurate and current.
• Analyze exchange gains/losses and properly assign expense or recommend write-off.
Research and prepare journal entries for reclassification of expenses, as needed.
Maintain current documentation of policies and procedures for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Participate in annual audit process, preparing work-papers and schedules as assigned.
Required Skills
Applicant must have the following qualifications/skills:
• Knowledge of USAID regulations particularly OMB Circular A-122 preferred.
• High level of proficiency with computers and must have strong skills in MS Office software,
particularly usage of complex Excel spreadsheet formulas and macros. Access databases,
Solomon, and QuickBooks experience a plus.
• Experience in multi-currency accounting and partner reporting highly desirable.
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to communicate
ideas effectively via e-mail, phone and in-person, with diplomacy and cross-cultural
sensitivity. Experience in multi-lingual environment a big plus.
• Experience in developing, conducting and facilitating training activities
• Proven ability to balance multiple competing demands, maintain attention to detail, and
consistently meet deadlines under time pressure.
• Effective in working independently as well as have strong ability to collaborate as a member
of a team from a different geographical location.
• Able to read and speak French is desirable.
Required Experience
• Applicant must posses the following experience:
• Minimum 3 years broad accounting and/or audit experience and demonstrated strong
capabilities in the in the following areas:
• General accounting systems/processes and internal controls implementation
• Complex bank account, receivable, payables and other GL accounts reconciliation
• Payroll processes and related government reporting.
• Minimum of two years experience working for international organizations; not-for-profits a
preference.
• Undergraduate degree in accounting or related field. CPA highly preferred.
Job Location: Nairobi, KENYA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
To apply, please click on the link below:
PATH ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE
Daily Kenyan Jobs :: For Jobs in Kenya
Tracking Code: 4347
Job Description
PATH is an international nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions,
enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. PATH’s mission is to
improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems,
and encouraging healthy behaviors.
USAID awarded a comprehensive health service delivery project to PATH to improve the health of
Kenyans in the western region of the country. The project, APHIAplus, builds upon USAID/Kenya’s
country-wide health service support project known as the AIDS, Population and Health Integrated
Assistance II (APHIA II). PATH and its partners will implement the APHIAplus project in Western and
Nyanza Provinces from January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2015. It will work closely with the
Government of Kenya and a wide variety of non-government agencies to strengthen health care
services throughout the two provinces. In addition to addressing specific diseases, the APHIAplus
project will work on strengthening the region’s health care system by rehabilitating health facilities,
training staff, and supporting supply and communication networks. The award, valued at US$143
million, is one of several region-specific health projects that USAID/Kenya plans to award in the near
future.
PATH seeks to recruit a Grants Assistant to work closely with the Grants Officer and the finance team
to provide technical assistance in organizational and systems development and good governance.
The main responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Perform pre award and post award assessment of sub grants.
• Provide information to assist in decision making on project modifications for sub grants.
• Provide capacity building to CBOs/FBOs in strengthening HR, Admin and Finance systems to
ensure proper management of funds and compliance with USAID and project rules and
regulations.
• Review sub grants financial reports for accuracy and ensure that these are adequately
supported before forwarding them to the Grants Officer.
• Ensure the sub grant monthly and quarterly financial and programmatic reports are done on
time
• Ensure strict adherence and compliance with USAID regulations by sub grants.
• Ensure adequate supporting documentation.
• Ensure conformity with the work plans.
• Support the Grants Officer in orientation of new APHIA staff.
• Maintain grant files, assist in tracking grants agreements and help team members comply
with agreement policies and procedures as well as administrative requirements.
Required Skills
• Knowledge of USAID contracts and grants technical reporting requirements.
• Strong attention to detail.
• High numeracy, sound technical skills and analytical approach to work.
• Problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize.
• Proficiency in Ms Office applications
• Required Experience
• A degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field,
• A minimum of two years relevant substantial experience implementing USAID-supported
projects in contracts and grants management.
Job Location: Other, KENYA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
To apply, please click on the the link below:
PATH GRANTS ASSISTANT JOB IN KENYA
JUNIOR ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE
Tracking Code: 4816
Job Description
PATH is an international, nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions,
enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. PATH's mission is to
improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems,
and encouraging healthy behaviors. Path is seeking an experienced Accounting Associate to manage
the following responsibilities:
Perform monthly desk audit to ensure accuracy of Field Office Financial Reports (FOFRs).
• Complete GL entries for FOFR transactions before monthly close/deadline; follow-up with
Field Offices to clear all outstanding questions and issues.
• Ensure tools and processes are in place to record labor information from field offices
accurately and reconcile General Ledger and Labor database differences as they occur.
• Complete quarterly and annual reconciliation of assigned GL accounts within deadlines.
• Research and prepare journal entries for reclassification of expenses as needed.
• Review and process Field Office Advance Requests within two days of receipt.
• Participate as team member to improve efficiency of systems, support opening/closing offices
and train field office staff.
• Maintain current documentation of policies and procedures for assigned areas of
responsibility.
• Participate in annual audit process, preparing work-papers and schedules as assigned.
• Monitor outstanding balances in assigned field office and advance accounts, follow-up on
unusual balances and stale outstanding items.
Participate as team member to improve efficiency of systems, support opening/closing offices, and give
orientation to field office staff.
• Work with Field Office staff on proper financial processes including segregation of duties,
procurement authorization and thresholds, transaction documentation, cash handling, and
related internal control practices and procedures.
Ensure that labor information from field office/s is recorded accurately.
• Review and analyze labor reports from field office/s, make corrections as needed.
• Export corrected data to Payroll for labor database; compare totals with GL posting and
resolve discrepancies.
• Complete quarterly reviews of field office salary data to ensure changes have been captured
by HR.
Complete quarterly reconciliation of assigned GL accounts for field office advances, taxes, deposits,
loans, etc. as directed by senior staff.
Research and prepare journal entries for reclassification of expenses, as assigned.
Required Skills
• Applicant must have the following qualifications/skills:
• Knowledge of USAID regulations particularly OMB Circular A-122 preferred.
• Good working knowledge of computers and good skills in MS Office software, particularly
familiarity with Excel spreadsheets with advanced formulas and macros. Access databases,
Solomon, and QuickBooks experience a plus.
• Experience in multi-currency accounting and partner reporting highly desirable.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas
well via e-mail, phone and in-person, with diplomacy and cross-cultural sensitivity.
Experience in multi-lingual environment a big plus.
• Proven ability to balance multiple competing demands, maintain attention to detail, and
consistently meet deadlines under time pressure.
• Effective in working independently as well as have strong ability to collaborate as a member
of a team from a different geographical location.
• Able to read and speak French is desirable.
Required Experience
• Applicant must posses the following experience:
• Minimum 1 year’s broad accounting and/or audit experience and demonstrated strong
capabilities in the in the following areas:
• General accounting systems/processes and internal controls implementation
• Complex bank account, receivable, payables and other GL accounts reconciliation
• Payroll processes and related government reporting.
• Experience working for international organizations or not-for-profits a preference.
• Undergraduate degree in accounting or related field. CPA highly preferred.
Job Location: Nairobi, KENYA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
To apply, please click on the link below:
PATH JUNIOR ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE
ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE
Tracking Code: 4817
Job Description
PATH is an international, nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions,
enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. PATH's mission is to
improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems,
and encouraging healthy behaviors. Path is seeking an experienced Accounting Associate to manage
the following responsibilities:
Perform monthly desk audit to ensure accuracy of Field Office Financial Reports (FOFRs).
• Coordinate FOFR processing for assigned sites; work with staff in assigned field office/s to
resolve all Financial Management/Operations questions.
• Review exchange rate calculations and revise as necessary for compliance with PATH policy.
• Approve bank account reconciliations and monitor outstanding payments.
• Review documentation, investigate unusual transactions and correct errors or omissions to
ensure compliance with PATH policy.
• Request clarification or additional documentation on questionable items.
• Advise field office financial staff of changes made to FOFRs; provide explanations and
instructions as necessary.
• Coordinate with Agreements Team to ensure proper recording of sub-agreement and subcontract
transactions.
• Monitor all outstanding requests to/from field office/s to ensure all issues are fully addressed.
• Answer questions and provide information to field and program staff on FOFR-related policy
and procedures.
Participate as team member to improve efficiency of systems, support opening/closing offices, and train
field office staff.
• Design/implement and evaluate/improve internal control systems and processes using tools
such as flowcharts, process documentation, etc.
• Assist with lease, bank accounts, and other facilities-related services set-up.
• Conduct training on proper financial processes including segregation of duties, procurement
authorization and thresholds, transaction documentation, cash handling, and related internal
control practices and procedures.
Ensure that labor information from field office/s is recorded accurately.
• Review and analyze labor reports from field office/s, make corrections as needed.
• Export corrected data to Payroll for labor database; compare totals with GL posting and
resolve discrepancies.
• Complete quarterly reviews of field office salary data to ensure changes have been captured
by HR.
Complete quarterly reconciliation of assigned GL accounts for field office advances, taxes, deposits,
loans, etc.
• Review account activity and balances for accuracy and reasonableness.
• Research errors and stale items; prepare correcting entries as needed so balances are
accurate and current.
• Analyze exchange gains/losses and properly assign expense or recommend write-off.
Research and prepare journal entries for reclassification of expenses, as needed.
Maintain current documentation of policies and procedures for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Participate in annual audit process, preparing work-papers and schedules as assigned.
Required Skills
Applicant must have the following qualifications/skills:
• Knowledge of USAID regulations particularly OMB Circular A-122 preferred.
• High level of proficiency with computers and must have strong skills in MS Office software,
particularly usage of complex Excel spreadsheet formulas and macros. Access databases,
Solomon, and QuickBooks experience a plus.
• Experience in multi-currency accounting and partner reporting highly desirable.
• Superior communication skills, both written and oral. Demonstrated ability to communicate
ideas effectively via e-mail, phone and in-person, with diplomacy and cross-cultural
sensitivity. Experience in multi-lingual environment a big plus.
• Experience in developing, conducting and facilitating training activities
• Proven ability to balance multiple competing demands, maintain attention to detail, and
consistently meet deadlines under time pressure.
• Effective in working independently as well as have strong ability to collaborate as a member
of a team from a different geographical location.
• Able to read and speak French is desirable.
Required Experience
• Applicant must posses the following experience:
• Minimum 3 years broad accounting and/or audit experience and demonstrated strong
capabilities in the in the following areas:
• General accounting systems/processes and internal controls implementation
• Complex bank account, receivable, payables and other GL accounts reconciliation
• Payroll processes and related government reporting.
• Minimum of two years experience working for international organizations; not-for-profits a
preference.
• Undergraduate degree in accounting or related field. CPA highly preferred.
Job Location: Nairobi, KENYA
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
To apply, please click on the link below:
PATH ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE
Daily Kenyan Jobs :: For Jobs in Kenya