Eliakim Odero
About Eliakim Odero
Eliakim Odero serves as a Finance Officer for Projects at Catholic Relief Services in Nairobi, a position he has held since 2016. He holds a CPA from Kenya College of Accountancy and a Bachelor of Business Management from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Eliakim Odero has served as a Finance Officer-Projects at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) since 2016. Based in Nairobi, he has accumulated eight years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include enforcing the CRS Sub-recipient policy and providing technical assistance in financial management. He ensures compliance with donor policies and manages staff receivables in accordance with professional and government standards.
Education and Expertise
Eliakim Odero holds a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification from Kenya College of Accountancy. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Management degree with a focus on Accounting from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. His educational background equips him with the necessary skills and knowledge for his role in finance and compliance.
Background
Prior to his tenure at Catholic Relief Services, Eliakim Odero worked as an Accountant at World Vision from 2013 to 2015. This two-year experience in Nairobi provided him with foundational skills in financial management and compliance, which he has built upon in his current position.
Responsibilities in Financial Management
In his role as Finance Officer-Projects at CRS, Eliakim Odero is responsible for ensuring compliance with donor policies. He provides technical assistance in financial management, which includes overseeing financial processes and ensuring adherence to established guidelines. His work is essential for maintaining the integrity of financial operations within the organization.