Head of Finance, Legal Affairs & Administration
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Company Details
Name:GrowthAfrica
Industry:
Banking
Website:
http://www.growthafrica.com/
Description:
Reach out to us for stories from Africa´s entrepreneur scene or on the vast business opportunities that the continent holds in stock for international businesses. We have the stories if you have the coverage. We grow local and international ventures and businesses through acceleration, strategic adv…
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Job Details
Job Type:
Full Time
Workplace Type:
On-site
Qualification:
Diploma
Job Experience:
Mandatory
Job Location:
Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date:
Undisclosed
Salary:
Undisclosed
Other Pay:
Benefits
Job Category:
Accounting, Administration, Finance
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead financial strategy, planning, and forecasting across all country operations
- Oversee financial operations including reporting, compliance, audits, and cash flow management
- Manage grant financial cycles and donor reporting
- Design financial models and costing for funding proposals
- Oversee legal affairs, contracts, and regulatory compliance across jurisdictions
- Strengthen organisational systems for budgeting, procurement, and cost allocation
- Support leadership decision-making through financial insights and analysis
- Contribute to organisational strategy as part of the Senior Leadership Team
Who We’re Looking For:
- 10+ years of progressive experience in finance, legal, or operations
- At least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role
- Strong experience in financial strategy, planning, and compliance
- Experience in multi-country, donor-funded, or development environments is an advantage
- Professional qualification (CPA(K), ACCA, CFA, MBA, or equivalent)
- Strong analytical, leadership, and decision-making capabilities
What We Offer:
- Leadership role in a leading African entrepreneur support organisation
- Opportunity to shape how impactful businesses scale across Africa
- Vibrant, international, purpose-driven team
- Exposure to entrepreneurship, innovation, and ecosystem development
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