Financial Analyst (Kenya) at Christ Is the Answer Ministries

Job Description

CITAM seeks to recruit a born-again Christian who is experienced and self-motivated to fill the position of a Financial Analyst, whose responsibility will be providing strategic financial planning, investment analysis, business performance evaluation, and decision-support across the ministry and its various entities.

The role will support leadership in driving financial sustainability, growth, stewardship, and operational excellence through data-driven insights, financial modelling, forecasting, and investment evaluation.

The position reports to the Director for Administration. 

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

• Monitor and analyze financial performance against budgets and strategic plans, providing monthly operational insights.
• Conduct business performance analysis to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for revenue growth and cost optimization.
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and reports to track organizational and program performance.
• Evaluate investment opportunities through feasibility studies, ROI analysis, and financial due diligence.
• Manage and monitor investment portfolios, recommending strategies to optimize returns and mitigate risk.
• Provide strategic financial advisory to leadership on resource allocation, investment prioritization, and organizational growth initiatives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate financial and operational risks while strengthening risk management frameworks.
• Leverage data analytics, automation, and emerging technologies (including AI) to enhance financial reporting and decision-making.
• Evaluate policy effectiveness, ensure regulatory compliance, and support the development and implementation of improved financial and operational policies.

Requirements

• Must be a born-again, mature Christian who conforms to the CITAM statement of faith.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
• Professional qualification such as CPA(K), ACCA or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience as a financial analyst, investment analysis, business analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and investment evaluation techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in business performance analysis and strategic financial planning.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, Power BI, and other financial analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights.
• Knowledge of AI technologies and their application in financial analysis.