International Rescue Committee Regional Budget Officer - Atlantic Central Jobs in Kenya

International Rescue Committee Regional Budget Officer - Atlantic Central Jobs in Kenya



Job Overview/Summary:

  • The Regional Budget Officer sits within IRC’s Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI) Budget Office which supports programming and field offices that serve refugees, asylum seekers, and other types of newcomers. The RAI/US currently has a network of 28+ Resettlement offices and 3 RAI Offices for Refugees.

  • The Regional Budget Officer is a key member of our Budget Office team. They are responsible for managing select field office and/or RAI HQ departments budgeting cycles in their portfolio. They are accountable for preparing and providing budget review and analysis as well as technical support for various budget schedules.

    Major Responsibilities:

  • Serve as primary contact for assigned portfolio, providing financial analysis, technical support, and guidance as it relates to the IRC operational budget exercise.

  • Support budget creation, budget projections and analysis of expenses as needed both for RAI/US Field Offices and HQ operations.

  • Work with the Program and Finance teams to streamline internal financial reports and reporting processes to deliver more efficient, more effective, and more useful reports and analysis.

  • Prepare, review, and distribute RAI HQ operations monthly reports with assigned program team and others.

  • Document and address issues requiring attention and/or further discussion.

  • Provide training to staff on budget management processes and systems.

  • In collaboration with other team members, ensure that services are delivered efficiently, effectively, and in a courteous and timely way.

  • Other ad-hoc projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Budget & Planning, RAI and Deputy Director of
    Budget & Planning, RAI

    Job Requirements:

  • This position requires a critical eye, solid analytical skills, advanced skills in Excel, and excellent attention to detail. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of budgeting and financial analysis experience, preferably in non-profits.

  • Bachelor’s degree required.

    Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

  • Advanced skills in MS Excel, data visualization and use of databases.

  • Must be able to communicate clearly verbally and in writing in a motivational manner.

    Preferred Experience & Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as an overall ability to be clear and concise in all communications.

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills; proven ability to prioritize and deliver on time.

  • Strong analytic problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic, cross-functional global team structure.

  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

  • Ability to manage and work through change in a proactive and positive manner.

    How to Apply

    For more information and job application details, see; International Rescue Committee Regional Budget Officer - Atlantic Central Jobs in Kenya

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