Website GrowthAfrica
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,… read more strategic advice and access to investments. We are growth frontiers. We focus on growing successful enterprises in Africa through business acceleration, strategic advice and access to investments. We are the business runway to success for local businesses seeking a platform for their business take-off and for international companies in need of a market landing space and growth hub. GrowthAfrica is set up as a non-profit foundation in Kenya. It separately also operates a for-profit organisation. In line with its commitment to anchor itself GrowthAfrica is locally registered in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Zambia, Malawi and Ghana.
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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