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Jackson Nthiwa

@jacksonnthiwa

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Dynamic finance leader with expertise in donor-funded programs.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters growth, encourages innovation, and values compliance.

I am a dynamic and results-driven finance and operations professional with over 14 years of progressive experience in strategic financial management, donor compliance, grants oversight, budgeting, and operational leadership. My career has been dedicated to managing multi-million-dollar portfolios funded by organizations such as USAID, Global Fund, and the World Bank. I am fully certified as a CPA-K and hold a Master’s degree in Finance, which has equipped me with the skills necessary to strengthen financial systems that support sustainable development.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated expertise in building and mentoring high-performing finance teams, enhancing internal controls, and implementing ERP systems to drive transparency and accountability. My role as a Regional Grants Finance Officer at World Vision International has allowed me to lead financial oversight for multi-country, donor-funded programs, ensuring compliance with both internal and donor-specific policies. I am passionate about fostering a culture of compliance and efficiency, and I thrive in environments where I can contribute to strategic planning and operational excellence.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Regional Grants Finance Officer

Current

World Vision International

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Led financial oversight for multi-country, donor-funded programs, ensuring compliance with both internal and donor-specific policies. Coordinated budgeting processes and variance reporting for regional Area Programs, ensuring alignment with project deliverables and cost principles.

Canada Budgeting Variance Reports ERP Systems

Principal Accountant (Donor-Funded Programs)

County Government of Makueni – County Treasury

Apr 2014 - Present (11 years 4 months)

Managed budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance for programs funded by World Bank, CDC, and USAID. Streamlined internal controls at departmental-level, leading to improved audit ratings and continuous donor funding.

World Bank IFMIS Quickbooks Financial Reporting Internal Controls Audit

Branch Manager & Regional Team Lead

Krep Fedha Services Ltd

Sep 2011 - Present (13 years 11 months)

Oversaw financial and administrative operations across 4 rural FSA branches, increasing portfolio from KES 30M to 250M and reducing portfolio at risk from 12% to 1.5%. Led team performance management, member training, credit risk reduction, and group lending implementation.

Financial Operations Administration Portfolio Management Credit Risk Team Leadership Group Lending

Accountant

Krep Fedha Services Ltd

Dec 2008 - Present (16 years 8 months)

Managed institutional ledgers, staff payroll, vendor payments, and statutory compliance. Supported automation of financial services and developed internal controls reducing operational costs by 20%.

Payroll Statutory Compliance Internal Controls

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KCA University

Master of Science, Finance & Investment

Completed a Master of Science in Commerce with a specialization in Finance & Investment. This advanced degree provided in-depth knowledge and skills in financial analysis, investment strategies, and corporate finance.

KCA University

Bachelor of Commerce, Finance

Obtained a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Finance. This foundational degree equipped me with core principles of finance, accounting, and business management, preparing me for a career in financial services.

ICPAK

Certified Public Accountant of Kenya, Accounting

Activities and societies: Full member in good standing

Achieved certification as a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K) through ICPAK. This professional qualification demonstrates expertise in accounting principles, auditing, and financial reporting standards.