Finance Officer at Kenya Space Agency in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Finance Officer

    Kenya Space AgencyNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    5 days ago

    Apply by

    31 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Government & Public Administration
    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

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    Job Description

    The Kenya Space Agency is seeking a Finance Officer to implement financial policies, prepare budgets, and ensure sound financial management. The role involves budgetary controls, expenditure monitoring, and preparation of statutory reports.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Implementing policies, strategies, legislation, guidelines, frameworks, norms, regulations, plans, standards and programs on finance, accounting and resource mobilization
    • Providing advice and supervision to various functional areas on the budget preparation process
    • Preparing the budget for recurrent and development votes
    • Implementing budgetary controls and management of financial returns
    • Evaluating and scrutinizing expenditure proposals
    • Preparing the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework MTEF budget for the Agency
    • Undertaking expenditure monitoring and expenditure review and forecast
    • Ensuring sound financial and accounting principles and controls are applied to all financial transactions of the Agency
    • Implementing audit recommendations to improve accounting processes and procedures
    • Receiving and analyzing quarterly revenue reports
    • Preparing quarterly and annual management and statutory reports
    • Identifying and compiling areas of risk in the department
    • Developing and implementing business continuity plans
    • Implementing Business Process Re-engineering BPR

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Business Administration, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
    • Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya ICPAK or a relevant professional body
    • Proficiency in computer applications
    • Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Accounting, Auditing & Finance

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Business

    Field of Study

    Finance

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Kenya Space Agency careers portal at https://jobs.ksa.go.ke.

    Master the Budget Cycle Before You Apply

    Finance Officer roles at government agencies hinge on your grasp of public finance cycles and your ability to translate policy into numbers. Hiring panels will probe your hands-on experience with MTEF, budget controls, and audit follow-ups.

    1. Show your MTEF experience: If you have worked on Medium-Term Expenditure Framework budgets, highlight that prominently. Describe your role in preparing budget estimates, linking them to strategic plans, and defending them in review meetings. Even if you only assisted, detail the specific steps you handled.

    2. Prove your ICPAK membership: Ensure your ICPAK membership is current and clearly stated on your CV. If you are a member of another relevant professional body, list it. This is a hard requirement, so double-check your membership number and status.

    3. Demonstrate audit recommendation implementation: Be ready to discuss a time you acted on audit findings. Explain how you analyzed the issue, what changes you made, and how you measured improvement. This shows you are not just about numbers but about process integrity.

    4. Prepare for budget control scenarios: Expect questions on how you would handle budget overruns or unauthorized expenditure. Practice answering with clear steps: review the variance, identify the cause, consult with the budget holder, and propose corrective actions within policy.

    5. Highlight your computer proficiency: List specific financial software you have used, such as SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, or spreadsheets. Mention any advanced Excel skills like pivot tables and financial modeling. This is a stated requirement, so make it visible.

    6. Understand the Agency's mandate: Research the Kenya Space Agency's strategic objectives and recent projects. Relate your financial skills to supporting space technology initiatives, such as budgeting for satellite programs or research grants. This shows you are not just a finance person but a strategic partner.

    7. Prepare for behavioral questions: Government interviews often use competency-based questions. Have examples ready for teamwork, problem-solving, and integrity. Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers.

    8. Bring your documents: Have certified copies of your degree certificate, ICPAK membership certificate, and any other relevant certificates. Also bring your national ID and passport photos. Being organized reflects your professionalism.

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    Tags

    budgeting
    financial reporting
    ICPAK
    MTEF
    audit