Rodgers T

Finance Officer

Jairos Jiri Association • Fulltime

Jan 2019 - Dec 2024 • 5 yrs 11 mos

Managed financial operations and budget oversight for education and social impact programmes, ensuring efficient resource allocation and compliance with donor and organisational requirements. Key Achievements: Directed multi-programme budgeting and financial planning, supporting sustainable delivery of education and community development initiatives. Identified and addressed funding gaps for children with disabilities, facilitating access to school fees, assistive learning materials, and inclusive educational resources. Prepared audit-ready financial statements and strengthened financial reporting systems, improving transparency, accountability, and stakeholder confidence. Collaborated with programme managers, donors, and external stakeholders to align financial strategies with project objectives and measurable outcomes. Trained finance personnel and project teams on budgeting, procurement procedures, and financial reporting standards, improving operational efficiency. Supported impact assessment and data-driven decision-making processes, demonstrating improvements in educational access and effective resource utilisation. Maintained high standards of financial compliance, governance, and internal controls across multiple programmes and funding streams. Skills Demonstrated: Financial Management, Budgeting & Forecasting, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Audit Preparation, Donor Compliance, NGO Accounting, Procurement Administration, Team Training, Stakeholder Management, and Impact Measurement.