Finance Intern – NGO

The Finance Internship at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical experience in financial management within a leading nonprofit organization. The intern will support the finance department in its mission to ensure the organization's financial integrity and contribute to conservation efforts through efficient financial operations.

Job Description: Finance Intern
Organization: Lewa Wildlife Conservancy (Lewa)
Location: Isiolo, Kenya
Duration: 3 months (with the possibility of extension based on performance)
Application Period: Open for 2025

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and maintaining financial records, including invoices, receipts, and expense reports.
• Support in processing payments and reconciling bank statements.
• Assist in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in the preparation and filing of statutory returns, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
• Support audits by organizing and providing relevant financial documents and data.
• Assist in tracking expenditures against budgets to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Help maintain an organized and up-to-date filing system for financial documentation.
• Perform data entry tasks and ensure accuracy in financial databases.
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team as needed.

Eligibility Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Recent graduate (2023–2024) eager to gain practical experience in financial management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Knowledge of accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) is an added advantage.

Benefits of the Internship

• Gain hands-on experience in finance and accounting within a mission-driven organization.
• Develop professional skills in budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis.
• Exposure to financial operations in a nonprofit and conservation-focused environment.
• Networking opportunities with professionals in finance and the conservation sector.