Skills Required
a. Master’s degree in Business administration finance business management or related field. b. Bachelor’s degree in finance accounting or related field c. CPA (K) d. Active member of ICPAK in good standingJob Summary
The Deputy director Socio Economic Empowerment programme will oversee the programme in accordance with self-regulatory framework. Working closely with and reporting to the Executive Director, the Deputy Director will serve as the Subject Matter Expert responsible for technical decisions and the day-to-day management of the Self-Help Program.
- Minimum Qualification : Masters
- Experience Level : Senior level
- Experience Length : 10 years
- Working Hours : Full Time
Job Description/Requirements
1. Strategic Leadership & Governance:
1. Provide strategic direction for the SEEP programme in alignment with Caritas Nairobi’s mission and objectives.
2. Develop, execute, and oversee strategic initiatives to enhance programme growth, sustainability, and impact.
3. Represent SEEP in governance structures, including the Advisory Board and other Committees, to drive policy and decision-making.
4. Lead risk and compliance framework development.
2. Programme Management & Oversight:
1. Oversee the execution and effectiveness of all economic empowerment initiatives within SEEP.
2. Supervise programme staff, ensuring effective recruitment, orientation, and continuous professional development in collaboration with relevant officers within the department.
3. Direct all monitoring, evaluation, and reporting efforts to measure programme impact and efficiency.
3. Financial Management & Compliance:
1. Oversee the SEEP budget, institutional cost-recovery processes, and financial sustainability.
2. Ensure adherence to financial policies, administrative procedures, and regulatory compliance.
3. Supervise audits and financial reviews of self-help groups and overall programme expenditures.
4. Operational Excellence & Programme Development:
1. Review and refine operational policies and procedures to improve efficiency and service delivery.
2. Lead the design and implementation of innovative, need-based financial products and services.
3. Strengthen the effectiveness of self-help groups through training, monitoring, and capacity-building initiatives.
4. Develop partnerships and collaborations with key stakeholders, including other Archdiocese of Nairobi programs.
5. Marketing, Public Relations & Stakeholder Engagement:
1. Drive branding, promotion, and marketing efforts to enhance SEEP’s visibility and outreach.
2. Serve as a key liaison between SEEP, self-help groups, social development organizations, PROMIC groups, and other stakeholders.
3. Promote socio-economic knowledge transfer through mentorship, training, and networking initiatives.
6. Reporting & Performance Monitoring:
1. Ensure timely preparation of narrative, statistical, and financial reports for the Director and relevant stakeholders.
2. Oversee the continuous assessment of programme effectiveness, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.
3. Provide operational and financial reports in all governance meetings.
7. Investment & Sustainability Strategies:
1. Participate in Caritas Nairobi’s Investment Committee to guide investment decisions.
2. Lead the design and execution of short-term and long-term investment strategies to enhance financial sustainability.
3. Develop innovative funding mechanisms to support SEEP and other Caritas Nairobi programmes.
8. Risk Management & Compliance:
1. Ensure the programme meets regulatory, legal, and ethical requirements.
2. Oversee risk management and mitigation strategies within all programme activities.
3. Supervise compliance with self-regulatory framework regulations and best practices.
9. Leadership & Team Development:
1. Mentor and develop the leadership team within SEEP, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.
2. Build a strong team by ensuring staff training, performance evaluation, and career progression opportunities.
- Undertake any other duties as assigned from time to time, supporting the overall objectives of the socio-economic programme.
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