About GrowthAfrica
GrowthAfrica is one of the continent’s leading growth partners for entrepreneurs, dedicated to scaling Africa’s most promising impact enterprises into thriving, sustainable businesses. Since 2002, the organisation has supported over 5,000 businesses by providing access to capital, markets, technology, and expertise.
Through cohort-based programmes, tailored advisory services, and ecosystem-building initiatives, GrowthAfrica helps startups and SMEs accelerate their growth and expansion across Africa. Headquartered in Nairobi, the organisation operates across six countries with a dynamic and diverse international team.
About the Role
GrowthAfrica is seeking a dynamic and experienced senior executive to lead its Finance, Legal Affairs & Administration function. This role sits within the Senior Leadership Team and plays a pivotal part in shaping the organisation’s strategic direction.
Job Title: Head of Finance, Legal Affairs & Administration
Job Location: Nairobi, Kenya (with pan-African responsibilities)
Closing Date: 30 April 2026
Contract Type: Not specified
Company: GrowthAfrica
This is more than a traditional leadership role—it is central to driving financial sustainability, enabling strategic growth, and ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions. You will be instrumental in aligning ambition with financial reality, designing scalable operational systems, and strengthening organisational performance through data-driven insights.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Strategy & Operations
- Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning across all country offices
- Oversee financial operations including management accounts, payroll, treasury, audits, and cash flow
- Ensure full compliance with accounting standards and donor requirements
Grant & Funding Management
- Manage the full grant financial lifecycle, from budget setup to reporting and reconciliation
- Design and oversee financial instruments for funding entrepreneurs, including disbursement and performance tracking
- Lead financial modelling and costing for funding proposals and bids
Legal & Compliance
- Oversee legal affairs including contracts, employment law, data protection, and intellectual property
- Ensure regulatory compliance across multiple African jurisdictions
- Support governance processes including Board reporting and risk management
Strategic Leadership & Collaboration
- Serve on the Senior Leadership Team and contribute to organisational decision-making
- Translate financial data into strategic insights to guide growth
- Partner with internal teams to align workforce planning with financial and operational goals
Operations & Administration
- Lead procurement, vendor management, and administrative functions
- Manage facilities, travel, asset management, and document control systems
- Design and oversee staff time-tracking and cost allocation systems
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Master’s degree or professional qualification in Finance, Accounting, Law, or Business Administration
- Preferred certifications: CPA, ACCA, CFA, LLB/LLM, or MBA
Experience
- 8–10 years of progressive experience in finance, legal, or operations
- Minimum 3 years in a senior leadership role
- Experience in multi-country, donor-funded, or development sector environments
Technical Skills
- Strong expertise in grant management and donor financial reporting
- Experience with financial modelling, proposal costing, and budget development
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks across African markets
- Proficiency in financial systems and data analytics tools
Additional Competencies
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience in impact investment, development finance, or enterprise support is an advantage
- Membership in a relevant professional body is desirable
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via the official application link below:
Click here to view the Official Advert
Why Join GrowthAfrica?
- Work with a diverse, international team passionate about Africa’s economic transformation
- Be part of a high-impact organisation shaping the future of entrepreneurship across the continent
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to influence strategic decisions at a continental level
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