Associate - International Development Advisory Services (IDAS) at KPMG

Job Summary

• Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organisations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It is also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities.
• KPMG is currently seeking Associates in the International Development Advisory Services (IDAS) practice. KPMG IDAS is a dedicated practice that works with clients to address challenges faced by the global development community; working with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), philanthropic foundations, development agencies, multilateral development banks (MDBs), and other international entities on a variety of projects.
• IDAS manages and coordinates programmes and projects throughout West Africa to ensure consistency of delivery, results, and impact. IDAS focuses on a range of sectors including agribusiness; climate change, renewable energy and environment; health and human services; youth and entrepreneurship; trade and investment; social development and inclusion; and inclusive and innovative finance.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Minimum of Second Class (Upper) division in a development related discipline – social sciences, accounting, economics, public health, etc. from a reputable university.
• Minimum of five O’Level credits in one sitting, including English Language and Mathematics.
• At least 2-3 years’ work experience delivering projects in the development sector for bilateral and multilateral development institutions, preferably in Africa. 
• Experience in providing grant assurance services, and monitoring and evaluation of grant programs.
• Experience in writing grant proposals and making presentations.
• Strong project management skills.
• Appetite for learning new skills in a challenging and supportive environment.
• Strong consulting skills: analytical, written and verbal communication, and presentation skills.
• High initiative and leadership.
• Motivation to achieve high standards of customer service and professionalism.
• Strong skills on Microsoft Office especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint