CESVI, an Italian humanitarian and development organization, is looking for an Operation Officer in Kenya. This role is crucial for ensuring effective financial administration, accounting, procurement, and logistics support across CESVI’s various activities in the country.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Manager, Country Administrator, and logistics teams to maintain accurate records, ensure compliant expenditures, facilitate timely procurement, and support reliable field operations.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | CESVI |
| Location | Nairobi, Kenya |
| Region | Africa |
| Open to | Kenyan nationals only |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Application deadline | 14 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Operation Officer will be responsible for a wide range of duties including managing procurement and supply chain processes, coordinating logistics and field operations, overseeing financial administration and accounting, and supporting human resource functions for national staff. This involves updating procurement plans, conducting market surveys, managing cash and bank records, preparing financial forecasts, and assisting with HR administration such as contract management and payroll inputs. The role also includes coordination with project teams and partners, preparing operational reports, and ensuring adherence to CESVI's safeguarding and anti-fraud policies.
Eligibility
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field, obtained at least three years ago.
- Minimum of two years of relevant experience in a combined administration and logistics role within a corporate environment, NGO, UN agency, or similar international organization.
- Practical experience in accounting, cash/bank reconciliation, financial documentation, procurement, stock/asset management, and budget monitoring.
- Knowledge of donor-funded procurement and financial compliance.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks under pressure.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and experience with accounting or administrative systems.
- Fluent in written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
- Willingness to travel regularly to project implementation areas.
- Open to Kenyan nationals only, eligible to live and work in Kenya.
Benefits
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
Documents Required
- CV (including 3 referees)
- Cover Letter
How to Apply
- Submit your CV and COVER LETTER ONLY to recruitment.nairobi@cesvioverseas.org
- Quote the Position in the subject line of your email application
- Do not apply twice
- Do not attach certificates at this stage
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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