Posted: 2026-10-02 16:15:53  Deadline: November 26, 2026   Full-time   Salary: USD 1,000 - 1,500 per month

CHEVS is inviting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Finance and Administration Officer. The successful candidate will support the Finance and Administration Manager to run a finance and administration function that is accurate, compliant, and ready for audit. The role is remote, but candidates must live in Nairobi to attend occasional in-person meetings, handle original documents, and deal with local banks, vendors, auditors, and authorities.

Position Details

Position: Finance and Administration Officer.
Employer: CHEVS.
Location: Remote, with Nairobi residency required.

Key Responsibilities

Own accounts payable end to end.
Support budgeting and financial reporting.
Support external audits, including preparing schedules and handling auditor queries.
Support statutory compliance and payroll.
Support cash management and procurement.
Support general administration.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
CPA (K) qualification or ACCA equivalent, or at least CPA Section 4/5 with active progress toward completion.
Active or eligible membership of ICPAK is preferred.
2 to 4 years of finance experience, including hands-on accounts payable, reconciliations, and budget monitoring.
Direct experience supporting external audits, including preparing schedules and handling auditor queries.
Strong working knowledge of Kenyan tax and statutory requirements including iTax, eTIMS, PAYE, NSSF, SHIF, Housing Levy, VAT and WHT.
Proficiency in at least one accounting system.
Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP and budget models.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates should download the Terms of Reference and send their CV and a cover letter of not more than 1 page explaining their fit for the role on or before November 26, 2026.

Terms of Reference: Download Document (Finance and Administration Officer at CHEVS) (ToR)

Application Email: opportunities@chevs.org

Subject: Finance and Administration Officer – [Your Name]

Interviews are on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.