Full-Time 

On-Site Capable (Kitale) 

Reports to: Site Director

ABOUT BABA NYUMBANI

Baba Nyumbani is a faith-rooted micro-village of comprehensive care for orphaned and vulnerable children in Kenya. We exist because every child deserves safety, nourishment, love and a future. For over two decades, we have delivered on that belief through housing, health care, nutrition, education and life-skills programming. Equipping children not just to survive, but to flourish.

Our model is clear: from crisis to capability. We do not create dependency. We build self-sustaining, dignified futures. Approximately 3.6 million children in Kenya are classified as orphaned or vulnerable. Baba Nyumbani exists to be a faithful, consistent and effective answer to that reality.

ROLE SUMMARY

This is not a standard accounting role. Baba Nyumbani is seeking a Finance & Compliance Manager who operates with the precision of a financial professional and the perspective of a strategic partner. You will be the steward of our financial integrity, ensuring that every shilling received, allocated and reported reflects the trust placed in us by donors, partners and the children we serve.

You will lead our compliance posture, anticipate regulatory and fiscal risk before it materializes, and provide leadership with the clarity and confidence to make sound decisions. This role demands technical excellence, unwavering confidentiality and the maturity to operate with significant autonomy. If you believe that financial stewardship is an act of mission, we want to hear from you.

• Manage all financial operations — accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, general ledger maintenance, and bank reconciliations
• Own full statutory compliance: PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, Affordable Housing Levy, and KRA iTax filings — ensuring accurate, on-time remittance
• Design, implement, and enforce internal financial controls and organizational finance policies appropriate to a nonprofit environment
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for executive leadership and any applicable board or donor reporting obligations
• Lead the annual budgeting process; produce ongoing variance analysis and cash flow forecasts to guide operational decisions
• Manage designated donor fund accounting with strict adherence to fund restrictions, donor agreements, and grant reporting timelines
• Serve as the primary liaison during internal and external audits; maintain audit-ready documentation continuously
• Proactively identify financial risks and compliance vulnerabilities; present leadership with clear, actionable recommendations
• Build financial literacy across the organization — equipping non-finance staff with the budget awareness needed for responsible program delivery
• Safeguard all financial, compensation, and donor information with the highest standard of professional confidentiality

• Minimum five years of progressive financial management experience, including at least two years in a senior or supervisory capacity
• Demonstrated command of Kenya statutory requirements: PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, Housing Levy, and KRA iTax platform
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks) and advanced Microsoft Excel capability
• Proven experience managing budgets, delivering financial reports, and preparing for or managing audit processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into clear recommendations for non-finance leadership
• Exceptional attention to detail and the organizational discipline to manage competing deadlines without sacrificing accuracy
• Demonstrated commitment to financial confidentiality and the ethical handling of organizational and donor funds
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to work on-site in Kitale as required by organizational needs

Assets & Nice-to-Have Qualifications

The following are not required to apply, but will meaningfully strengthen your candidacy:

• Direct experience in an NGO, faith-based organization, or nonprofit operating environment in Kenya
• Familiarity with donor fund accounting and grant compliance reporting requirements from international funders
• Experience working with the Kenya NGO Coordination Board compliance and reporting framework
• Exposure to Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) registration or tax-exempt status management
• Experience building or significantly improving financial control systems and internal frameworks
• Knowledge of IFRS as applicable to nonprofit and public benefit organizations
• Experience managing foreign currency transactions or cross-border fund remittances from international donors
• Personal alignment with the faith-based values and child welfare mission of Baba Nyumbani

WHAT WE OFFER

Joining Baba Nyumbani means being part of something that outlasts any job title. We are a mission-driven organization that invests in the people who invest in our children. Here is what you can expect:

• Competitive salary benchmarked to the Kitale NGO market, with total compensation structured to reflect the full value of the role
• Full statutory benefits in compliance with Kenyan law: NSSF, SHIF health coverage, and Affordable Housing Levy contributions
• 21 days of annual leave plus all gazetted public holidays, as provided under the Employment Act of Kenya
• A collaborative, faith-rooted work culture grounded in dignity, accountability, and compassion
• Meaningful work with direct, visible impact on the lives of vulnerable children and youth
• The opportunity to build and lead financial systems that will scale with a growing, internationally connected organization
• Professional development support and exposure to international nonprofit finance practices

HOW TO APPLY

If this role reflects both your professional capabilities and your personal values, we would welcome your application. Our hiring process is transparent, respectful, and human — because that is how we operate in everything we do.

Please submit the following documents to [email protected] with the subject line:

Finance & Compliance Manager Application — [Your Full Name]

• Current CV or resume (PDF format preferred)
• Cover letter: addressing your relevant experience and your connection to this mission
• Copies of relevant professional certifications (CPA-K, ACCA, degree documentation)
• Two professional references

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps. Baba Nyumbani is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, HIV status, religion, national origin, or any other protected characteristic under Kenyan law.

Baba Nyumbani is committed to child safeguarding. The successful candidate will be required to complete a background check and sign our Child Protection Policy prior to commencing employment.