Felix Nyabezi
@felixnyabezi
Experienced finance and grants manager specializing in compliance and donor-funded programs.
ZimbabweWhat I'm looking for
I am a finance and grants professional with over 20 years' experience leading financial management, compliance and administration for international and local aid agencies across Southern Africa. I have managed multi-million dollar donor-funded programs, developed internal control systems, and led capacity-building for partner organisations and staff.
My work has given me deep familiarity with donor regulations and reporting requirements for agencies such as the EU, USAID, UNDP, UNICEF and others, and I have a strong track record in grant oversight, audit readiness and risk mitigation. I introduced procurement controls, multi-currency accounting systems and improved partner expenditure performance to meet donor targets.
I hold advanced qualifications including a Doctorate and Master’s in Financial Management and multiple professional accounting diplomas and memberships. I deliver transparent, accountable financial leadership and practical solutions to strengthen compliance, reporting and program performance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Finance and Administration Manager
Zimbabwe Association of Community Radios ZACRAS
Jan 2025 - Present (8 months)
Monitor day-to-day financial operations and donor reporting, manage budgeting and forecasts, and oversee sub-granting and audits for community radio projects while strengthening internal controls and capacity building.
Grants, Risk and Compliance Officer
Zimbabwe Election Support Network
Jan 2021 - Dec 2024 (3 years 11 months)
Provided technical leadership in financial and grant management, ensured donor compliance and audit readiness, improved partner spend rates to meet EU targets, and implemented strengthened procurement SOPs and controls.
Finance and Administration Officer
Zimbabwe Democracy Institute and Media Centre
Jan 2016 - Dec 2020 (4 years 11 months)
Managed project financial operations, budgeting and forecasting, internal controls and payroll, introduced accounting systems and control measures that reduced costs and improved accountability.
Finance and Administration Manager
Transparency International
Jun 2005 - Dec 2015 (10 years 6 months)
Oversaw regional financial management and reporting for a US$10m USAID grant, led finance teams across field offices, managed sub-grantee compliance and implemented multi-currency and payroll systems.
Finance and Operations Manager
Farm Community Trust of Zimbabwe
Jan 2000 - May 2005 (5 years 4 months)
Prepared final accounts and donor reports, managed project budgets and procurement, oversaw HR and asset registers, and implemented donor-compliant financial systems for community programmes.
Finance and Administration Officer
Small Enterprises Development Corporation
Jan 1990 - Dec 1999 (9 years 11 months)
Managed cash flow, creditor payments, reconciliations and audit preparation, supported micro-finance lending and trained small enterprises on financial practices and internal controls.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
FAFellow Chartered Association of Management Accountants
Fellow, Management Accounting
Fellow status with the Chartered Association of Management Accountants obtained in 2025.
Certified Global Professional Accountant (CGPA)
Certified Global Professional Accountant (CGPA), Accounting
Certified Global Professional Accountant credential awarded in 2025.
C(Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
Diploma, Management Accounting
Completed a diploma from CIMA in 2025.
Academy of Executives and Administrators
Professional Diploma in Administration, Administration
Completed a Professional Diploma in Administration awarded in 2011.
Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (CIS)
Diploma, Chartered Secretarial Studies
Completed a diploma from the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators awarded in 2008.
Irish University Business School
Doctorate in Financial Management, Financial Management
Completed a Doctorate in Financial Management awarded in 2008.
Society of Public Accountants UK
Public Accountant, Public Accounting
Qualified as a Public Accountant with the Society of Public Accountants UK in 2008.
Southern Africa Association of Accountants (SAAA)
Diploma, Accounting
Awarded a diploma from the Southern Africa Association of Accountants in 2006.
Irish University Business School
Master of Science, Financial Management
Completed a Master’s degree in Financial Management awarded in 2006.
Irish University Business School
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Accounting and Finance
Earned a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Accounting and Finance awarded in 2006.
Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC)
Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting, Cost and Management Accounting
Completed a Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting awarded in 2004.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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