John Kamau
About John Kamau
John Kamau is a Grants Officer at Global Communities, where he has worked since 2012. He holds a Master of Business Administration and has extensive experience in finance and grants management.
Work at Global Communities
John Kamau has served as a Grants Officer at Global Communities since 2012. In this role, he backstops the finance department, providing essential support to ensure adherence to financial processes. He is responsible for overseeing the solicitation, development, and overall administration and management of all sub-grant activities within the organization. His work contributes to the effective management of grants, ensuring compliance and facilitating the successful implementation of projects.
Education and Expertise
John Kamau has pursued extensive education in business and finance. He studied at Kenyatta University, where he earned a Master of Business Administration in Project Management from 2015 to 2016. He is also studying at Moi University, focusing on Banking, Business Management, and Finance, and is working towards a Bachelor's degree. Additionally, he has been studying Accounting at the Visions Institute of Professionals since 2008 and previously studied Computer Science at Mombasa Polytechnic from 2004 to 2005.
Background
John Kamau has over nine years of work experience in finance and grants management. Before joining Global Communities, he worked as a Program Accountant at Handicap International in Lyon, France, for eight months in 2011-2012. His diverse background in finance and project management has equipped him with the skills necessary for his current role in grants administration.
Professional Experience
With a career spanning over a decade, John Kamau has developed a strong foundation in finance and grants management. His tenure at Global Communities has allowed him to hone his skills in overseeing sub-grant activities and ensuring compliance with financial processes. His previous experience at Handicap International further solidified his expertise in managing financial operations within a programmatic context.