Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Leadership and Management<\/p>\n
\tServe as a core member of the Executive Leadership Team, shaping enterprise-wide strategy and organizational performance.
\n\tPartner with the Co-CEOs to advance Lwala\u2019s 2028 Strategy through disciplined financial planning and operational execution.
\n\tBuild, mentor, and lead high-performing finance and operations teams capable of supporting continued national scale.
\n\tFoster a culture of accountability, integrity, cross-functional collaboration, and service orientation across the organization.
\n\tStrengthen systems for performance management, decision-making, and continuous improvement.<\/p>\n
Finance Strategy<\/p>\n
\tOversee all aspects of financial management in the US and Kenya, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash management, investment strategy, and risk management.
\n\tLead rigorous financial analysis and forecasting processes, including monthly performance reviews and quarterly board reporting, translating financial data into strategic insight and actionable decision-making.
\n\tBuild and improve systems for strategic planning, annual planning, budgeting, budget tracking, and spending against grant funding.
\n\tIntegrate restricted and unrestricted funding streams into long-range financial strategy, ensuring alignment between programmatic ambition and financial sustainability.
\n\tDirectly partner with the Co-CEOs and fundraising team on business development strategy and engage with potential and existing donors.
\n\tClearly communicate the organization’s financial position and strategy with audiences of varied finance understanding, including: partners, funders, auditors, the board, and leadership teams.
\n\tEnsure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements in Kenya and the United States.
\n\tStrengthen internal control systems and oversee annual audits in both Kenya and the United States, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and donor requirements.<\/p>\n
Operations<\/p>\n
\tProvide executive oversight of procurement, logistics, and enterprise systems to ensure efficient, transparent, and accountable operations across multiple counties.
\n\tLead enterprise-wide operational transformation, including successful ERP implementation and expansion of technology-enabled systems.
\n\tEnsure field teams are supported by responsive, compliant, and timely procurement and fulfillment processes.
\n\tEstablish scalable policies and internal systems that support continued geographic and programmatic expansion.<\/p>\n
Qualifications and Experience<\/p>\n
\t10\u201315+ years of progressive senior financial leadership experience within complex, multi-site, mission-driven organizations
\n\tDemonstrated stewardship of $10M+ annual operating budgets supported by diversified institutional, philanthropic, and government funding streams
\n\tExperience operating within Kenya\u2019s regulatory, tax, and compliance environment
\n\tProven success leading integrated finance and operations teams at scale
\n\tExpertise in long-range financial planning, capital allocation, investment stewardship, and enterprise risk management
\n\tTrack record of strengthening organizational systems and infrastructure to support sustainable growth and accountable governance
\n\tDemonstrated ability to serve as a trusted strategic partner to executive leadership and boards of directors
\n\tAdvanced degree in business, finance, management, or related field; CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred
\n\tDeep personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to community-led development and health equity<\/p>\n
Apply Through:<\/p>\n
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