Director, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

About InkomokoInkomoko supports entrepreneurs to grow their businesses in order to improve livelihoods, create jobs, and help communities thrive. In 2025, Inkomoko was listed by the Financial Times as the 8th fastest-growing company in Africa, supporting entrepreneurs across East and Central Africa to grow thriving businesses and build inclusive, resilient economies. Founded in 2012, Inkomoko has worked with more than 100,000 entrepreneurs, including thousands of refugee entrepreneurs. Inkomoko provides a combination of training, consulting, access to finance, and market-level systems change. We are the largest investor to refugee entrepreneurs in Africa.

Inkomoko has 750+ staff in 40 offices across Chad, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, and South Sudan. Through Inkomoko's 2030 strategic plan, we are adding 3 additional countries to serve more than 550,000 entrepreneurs and growing our $30M loan fund to impact 7M lives. INKOMOKO VALUESAll staff at Inkomoko are connected to a shared set of organizational values: Purpose: be solutions-oriented, produce high-quality work, and be a global leader Achievement: push yourself to reach beyond what you previously thought possible. Improvement: be humble, engage in continuous growth through open & accurate feedback Bravery:

willing to take risks, create a safe space for others, be compassionate, and inclusive We Eat Goat: we celebrate success and support each other in hard times. We do this work together in the spirit of turikumwe, tuko pamoja, abren nen, Kula na sawa, On est ensembleInkomoko is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Refugees, women, and persons who reflect the diverse communities we serve are strongly encouraged to apply. About The Opportunity & ResponsibilitiesThe Director of Financial Planning and Analysis is a key leadership role responsible for delivering financial insights that drive strategic decision-making, operational effectiveness, and organizational sustainability.

You will lead budgeting, forecasting, financial performance analysis, and strategic planning across Inkomoko's countries of operation, working closely with executive leadership and departmental heads to ensure strong financial stewardship and data-driven decision-making. The position holder can be based in any of our offices: Addis, Kigali, Nairobi, Juba or N'Djamena.

Key Responsibilities Organizational Budget Strategy & Management Lead the development and consolidation of the annual organizational budget in collaboration with country and departmental leadersDesign and implement budgeting tools, templates, and timelines to streamline and standardize budgeting processes across countriesMonitor budget execution and lead quarterly budget re forecasting and variance analysisPartner with the Treasury and Grants team to align and manage individual grant budgets with the overall organisational budgets and strategyEnsure strategic alignment between budgets, multi-year growth plans, and donor reporting needs Strategic Financial Planning & ForecastingLead the long-term financial planning processes in alignment with Inkomoko's mission and strategyDevelop rolling forecasts and scenario models to support strategic and operational decision-makingPartner with country and functional leads to ensure accuracy and ownership of budgets and forecasts Performance Management & AnalysisDeliver timely and insightful monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reports to CFO and Senior LeadershipAnalyze key financial trends, KPIs, and operational drivers across programs, countries, and funding streams identifying opportunities and risksTranslate financial results into strategic insights for CSuite and senior management, the Board, and external stakeholdersCreate dashboards, charts, and visualizations for senior leadership to support decision-making Business Partnering and Team DevelopmentServe as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing financial guidance on new initiatives, partnerships, and business modelsSupport grant proposal development and donor reporting with accurate financial projections and narrativesCollaborate with program teams to assess financial sustainability and efficiency of interventionsLead and develop a high-performing FP&A team across multiple countries, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and learning Budget Systems, Tools & Reporting Drive continuous improvements to Inkomoko's budgeting tools, dashboards, and financial modelsOversee integration between budgeting tools and accounting systems (e.

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, ERPs, Excel models, BI tools)Generate insightful reports and visualizations to support leadership, board, and donor decision-makingEnsure consistency and standardization in financial processes and reporting across the organization Risk & Scenario AnalysisIdentify financial risks and opportunities and lead strategic initiatives to mitigate or capitalize on themSupport investment and capital allocation decisions through robust financial modeling and scenario planning Team Leadership and CultureLead, mentor and grow a high performing, multi country finance team through coaching, performance management, and succession planningAlign the finance team's work and culture with Inkomoko's values and talent framework, emphasizing learning, inclusion, and impactRequirementsWHO WE ARE LOOKING FORBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; CPA, CFA, or related qualifications required.

15+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, strategy, or related roles, preferably in Africa-focused INGOs or social enterprisesDemonstrated experience leading multi-country budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processesStrong analytical, modeling, and presentation skillsAdvanced proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and data visualization tools; experience with ERP systems (e. g. , NetSuite) is an advantageProven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence at senior levelsExcellent communication, storytelling, and stakeholder management skillsA passion for inclusive economic growth and entrepreneurial ecosystemsBenefitsWHAT YOU'LL GETThis role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you'll access:

Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonusIncredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growthDiverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion Ability to make a significant social impact to your communityHealth insurance for self and familyStaff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employeesGenerous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options. How To ApplyIf you're excited about this role, please submit your application through the jobs portal. Tell us about what you'll bring to this growing company. DEADLINE: 20 August 2025.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, please apply as soon as possible!Inkomoko is committed to justice, diversity, equity and inclusion. As we seek to reflect the communities we serve, refugees and women are strongly encouraged to apply. As a company we have policies that ensure fair treatment in the application process. NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Employment is conditional upon successful background checks and other verification as needed. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and background screening checks.

Inkomoko also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual misconduct, fraud, or abuse. By applying, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.