Finance Assistant

Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Kenya

About Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Kenya

The Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) is a membership-based pan-African Non-Governmental Organisation that operates through 34 National Chapters in sub-Saharan Africa to promote girls’ and women’s education. FAWE’s vision, mission and goal are all resolute on the well-being of girls’ education. In order to accomplish its mission of ‘promoting gender equity and equality in education in Africa’ FAWE uses a holistic four-pronged approach.

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Finance Assistant

Purpose of the Job

Reporting to the Finance Officer, the role holder will assist in checking and verification of financial documents, preparation of payments, processing of transactions, preparation of reconciliations, postings in the financial system, and audit.

Qualification and competences:

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field, from a recognized institution.
  • A CPA Part 2.
  • A minimum of 2 years of working experience with progressive responsibility in a busy finance set up.
  • Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.
  • A proficient user of advanced Excel and use of QuickBooks or any other ERP.
  • Self-confidence/ independence, positive attitude and team spirit.
  • Good communication, problem analysis and problem-solving skills, highest level of integrity and professionalism.
  • High level of confidentiality, attention to detail, flexible, adoptive and ability to work under no/minimal supervision.
  • Strong organizational, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
  • Enthusiastic, decisive, pragmatic, and a dynamic hands-on individual with a sense of urgency and thoroughness.

Method of Application

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, academic and Professional certificates, and three professional references as One PDF document to recruitment@fawe.co.ke not later than 23rd October 2026 at 5:00pm.

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