ommunity Media Trust is a media organization that develops community engagement strategies using participatory media and community communication principles, to support implementation of projects and programs. Community Media Trust creates relevant, community-friendly media content (film, radio, digital and print) that inspires, educates and entertains communities to achieve knowledge, behavioral and social impact.
We are excited to be a #DREAMSInnovation winner! Our solution will help create an #AIDSFreeGen for girls & women in #Africa! #EndAIDS2030.
Our solution, “WezeshaDada: Media & ICT Training for Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW)” will seek to impart filmmaking, photography, ICT and entrepreneurship skills to AGYW from 6 communities in Nairobi and Kisumu. They will not only make short films to educate other AGYW on the dangers of HIV infection, but will also promote and demystify entrepreneurship as a strategy for reducing their vulnerability. Additionally, the AGYW will receive “seed equipment” to initiate media and ICT-based income generating activities in their communities.
CoMeT is seeking to recruit an Accounts Assistant for the WezeshaDada project to be based in its regional office in Nairobi.
Position Summary:
The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for overseeing all accounting and finance activities and reporting.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
• Manage accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable;
• Implement and maintain systems, procedures and policies, including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to CoMeT’s guidelines.
• Manage monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensuring accuracy of financial statements.
• Maintain accounting ledgers by verifying and posting account transactions
• Draft project reports, developing program budgets and cash flows and regularly monitoring expenditure;
• Preparation of monthly expenditure requests and account for project expenditure in line with CoMeT’s financial procedures;
• Ensure staff adhere to CoMeT’s financial policies and procedures;
• Any other duty assigned
Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting/ Finance Option)
• CPA Section III
• Knowledge of general bookkeeping procedures
• Knowledge of general accounting principals
• Proficient in relevant computer software
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements
Experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position (preferably in an NGO set-up or busy working environment)
• In absence of a degree, minimum of 3 years’ experience.
Skills & Knowledge
• A great attitude
• A passion for numbers, accuracy and skills in calculating figures
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritization
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Quick learner / Fast adaptor with high level of flexibility
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision and a sense of urgency
• Ability to pay attention to detail and meet strict deadlines
How to Apply
Interested individuals should email application letters and CVs (with 3 referees) to jobs@cometkenya.org by 15th January 2017. The email Subject Line must show the job title “Accounts Assistant”.
CoMeT is an equal opportunity employer and women candidates are encouraged to apply
NB: Only shortlisted applicants shall be contacted for interviews.