Operational Finance Advisor
Quick answer
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is hiring a full-time Operational Finance Advisor based in Nairobi, Kenya, with a salary of EUR 40,582, to provide strategic financial support to country programs.
- Role
- Operational Finance Advisor
- Organization
- Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya (initially) or other MSF Ubuntu hubs
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- An annual salary of EUR 40,582 at HQ Grade 10 based on a full-time appointment with an annual increment of 2% every year up to a maximum of 10 years, plus other benefits.
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The Operational Finance Advisor role at MSF Ubuntu involves providing strategic and operational financial support to country programs and ensuring sound financial stewardship and accountability.
What you'll do
- Advise country program teams on financial planning and resource allocation
- Support project design and operational proposal through budget development and financial feasibility assessments
- Facilitate annual country program budget development
- Monitor budget performance and variances
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, MSF Ubuntu policies and local regulations
- Contribute to institutional learning, accountability processes, and inter-sectional collaboration across the movement
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration
- Professional managerial accounting qualifications (CIMA or equivalent) preferred
- Minimum 5 years of progressive finance experience
- At least 3 years supporting humanitarian, development or emergency operations
- Experience in operational finance management
- Experience with MSF or international NGOs is highly desirable
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Annual Leave, Other Holidays, Employer Pension contribution, International insurance, Relocation support, Work-life balance, School fees benefits, Diverse team composition, Career Development, Mobility, Annual home leave ticket
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is initially based in Nairobi, Kenya, but the successful candidate may be required to move to another duty station within MSF Ubuntu’s portfolio.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package includes an annual salary of EUR 40,582, plus other benefits such as annual leave, employer pension contribution, and international insurance.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration, and at least 5 years of progressive finance experience.
How do I apply?
Applicants are required to submit a single PDF document containing a Letter of Motivation and a Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English. Applications must be submitted by 19th October 2026.
What is the work schedule?
The work schedule is hybrid, with daily flexi-hours and 2 days working from home possible.
How to apply
Apply directly on Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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