Treasury And Investment Manager

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Treasury Manager will oversee cash flow management, banking relationships, investment monitoring, and liquidity planning across Inkomoko’s group entities reporting to the Director, Treasury & Grants.

The role ensures efficient use of funds, manages short- and long-term investments, and supports the development of treasury policies and processes. This role will work closely with finance, grants, and country teams to ensure optimal fund utilization, risk management, and alignment with both donor and internal financial requirements.

The position holder can be based in any of our offices: Addis, Kigali, Nairobi, Juba or N'Djamena.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cash Management & Liquidity Planning

• Manage daily cash positioning and ensure sufficient liquidity for operations across all countries.
• Prepare rolling cash flow forecasts, integrating operational, grant, and capital requirements.
• Coordinate intercompany fund transfers and ensure timely allocation of resources to country operations.
• Manage foreign currency needs and mitigate FX exposure through appropriate strategies.

• Oversee management and maintenance of bank accounts in compliance with local regulations and donor requirements.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of digital payment solutions and treasury systems.

2. Investment Monitoring & Management

• Support the execution of Inkomoko’s investment strategy in line with the Investment Policy Statement (IPS).
• Monitor performance of short-term and long-term investments, producing regular reports for Executives and the Board.
• Conduct market research to identify suitable investment opportunities within approved risk parameters.
• Liaise with external fund managers, advisors, and banks to track performance and ensure compliance with agreements.
• Support the Director, Treasury & Grants in evaluating investment opportunities for surplus funds.

3. Policy, Compliance & Risk Management

• Support the development and implementation of treasury and investment policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with donor agreements, internal controls, and regulatory requirements in all operating countries.
• Monitor and report on treasury-related risks, recommending mitigation actions.

4. Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly treasury and investment reports for the Director - Treasury and Grants, CFO, and senior leadership.
• Support preparation of financial dashboards for the Board’s Finance & Investment Committee.
• Analyze cash and investment trends to inform financial strategy and capital allocation decisions.
• Monitor actual cash flows against forecasts and explain variances.
• Update and manage the maturity analysis ensuring availability and matching of liquidity obligations and revenues.
• Support scenario modeling for currency fluctuations, country risk, and capital deployment plans.

5. Risk Management and policies

• Identify and mitigate treasury risks, including FX exposure, country-specific restrictions, and liquidity gaps.
• Develop and implement cash pooling, hedging strategies, or other risk management tools as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with internal treasury and investment policies, donor requirements, and regulatory frameworks.

• Develop and document treasury policies, SOPs, and internal controls to safeguard assets.
• Work closely with the FP&A and Accounting teams to ensure integration of treasury with broader finance functions.

6. Team Leadership and Culture

• Supervise and mentor the Treasury Senior Finance Accountant and country finance staff involved in cash management.
• Foster a collaborative, compliance-focused, and service-oriented treasury culture.
• Provide training to finance and non-finance colleagues on treasury best practices and cash management principles.

• Align the team’s work and culture with Inkomoko’s values and talent framework, emphasizing learning, inclusion, and impact.

Requirements

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Banking, Economics, or a related field. MBA, CFA, or professional treasury certification (e.g., CTP) is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in treasury management, cash flow forecasting, or banking operations, preferably with multi-country exposure.
• Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of FX risk, cash management products, and bank relationship management.
• Proficiency in Excel and experience with treasury or ERP systems; exposure to digital banking tools is an asset.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to build trust with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to work with diverse teams in dynamic, multicultural environments.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to Inkomoko’s mission.

Core Competencies:

We are looking for someone who;

• Leads Teams - Aligns the team with common objectives derived from the organizational strategy, fosters a shared mindset, and celebrates wins while recognizing team efforts.
• Builds Trust - Holds self and others accountable by clearly outlining responsibilities, tracking results, delegating effectively, building independence and demonstrating care for others, and being consistent in actions.
• Relationship Management - Establishes and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and community leaders, while anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.

Benefits

WHAT YOU'LL GET

This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access:

• Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonus
• Incredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growth
• Diverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion
• Ability to make a significant social impact to your community
• Health insurance for self and family
• Staff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employees

Skills Required:

• Accounting / Finance
• Economics / Statistics