Groots Kenya is hiring a Finance Intern — a hands-on opportunity for a CPA (K) finalist to gain practical NGO finance experience within a grassroots women’s rights organisation. The deadline is 6 May 2026. If you hold a Bachelor’s degree, are finalising your CPA (K), and work well under pressure in a team environment, this is a strong internship to target.
About This Role
The Finance Intern will support Groots Kenya’s finance function, working alongside the finance team on day-to-day accounting, reporting, and compliance activities. This is a practical, learning-oriented role suited to candidates who are in the final stages of their CPA (K) qualification and want to apply their knowledge in a real NGO operating environment.
Groots Kenya works at the grassroots level with community women’s groups and networks across Kenya, making this an internship with genuine social impact context — relevant for anyone building a career in NGO finance, development sector accounting, or public sector audit.
Key Responsibilities
The full job description was not detailed in the recruitment flyer. Based on the role scope and standard NGO finance internship functions, duties are likely to include:
- Supporting day-to-day bookkeeping and financial record management
- Assisting with preparation of financial reports and statements
- Supporting budget tracking and expenditure monitoring
- Assisting with donor financial reporting and compliance documentation
- Supporting internal and external audit preparation
- Handling petty cash management and payment processing support
- Filing and maintaining organised financial records
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field
Professional Qualification
- CPA (K) finalist — candidates in the final stages of the Certified Public Accountant Kenya qualification are specifically required
Personal Competencies
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Comfortable taking on responsibility under pressure
- Reliable, organised, and detail-oriented in financial work
Salary, Contract & Location Details
Compensation
Not stated in the listing. NGO finance internships in Kenya typically offer a stipend ranging from KES 15,000–30,000 per month depending on the organisation’s budget. Confirm whether this internship is paid, stipend-based, or voluntary before accepting.
Contract Type
Internship. Duration not specified — confirm the expected period at interview.
Location
Groots Kenya is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. This is an on-site role.
How to Apply
Application Deadline
6 May 2026
How to Submit
Send your CV directly to:
No specific subject line is stated — use “Finance Intern Application – [Your Name]” to make your submission easy to identify. Ensure your CV clearly highlights your degree, your CPA (K) progress level, and any prior finance or accounting experience.
About Groots Kenya
Groots Kenya is a national network of grassroots women’s groups and community-based organisations working to advance women’s rights, leadership, and economic empowerment at the community level across Kenya. The organisation operates through a federated model connecting rural and peri-urban women’s groups to national and international advocacy platforms. Working with Groots Kenya offers exposure to NGO financial management within a gender-focused, community-driven context — a distinct environment from corporate or public sector finance roles.
