FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:Director, Finance & Operations
Project Description:
FHI 360 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Finance and Operations Director for an anticipated USAID-funded project. The project will support HIV/AIDS initiatives in Mozambique. The expected duration of the project is five years.
The Finance and Operations Director will be responsible for financial and administrative aspects of the project, including budget development and monitoring, prime award monitoring and compliance, sub award management, procurement, logistics and grants management. The Finance and Operations Director will establish and maintain sound financial management practices, and ensure the project’s compliance with FHI 360 and USAID procedures, rules and regulations. The position will be based in Maputo, Mozambique and will report to the Chief of Party. Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
Job Summary / Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership to finance and operations aspects of the project, including general administrative processes, financial management, sub-award management, accounting and logistics
- Establish and maintain sound and transparent accounting and fiscal control procedures for financial, sub-award and operations aspects of project
- Ensure compliance of financial and operations systems with FHI 360 policies and procedures, USAID rules and regulation, award requirements, and Government of Mozambique laws
- Develop, analyze and monitor program budgets; monitor and track obligations and expenditures against budgets
- Maintain accurate financial pipeline reports and other monthly financial reports for internal analysis and tracking purposes to be reviewed with the Project Director and other relevant FHI 360 staff members
- Provide technical assistance, as needed, to local partners on financial compliance and reporting
- Prepare and submit annual and quarterly financial and accrual reports to USAID
- Contribute to the development of high-quality work plans, quarterly and annual reports, financial reports, and any other reports required by USAID
- Liaise with internal and external auditors in the review of project financial management
- Liaise with the FHI 360 Office of Compliance and Internal Audit to improve necessary documentation and or answers to questions arising from internal and external reviews or audits
- Ensure that all operational functions are effectively coordinated. Oversee human resources, finance and accounting, operations, contracts and grants and IT functions for the project
- Support the Contracts Management Services department and Project Directors to ensure proper interpretation of the award instruments when entering into financial obligations or any other contracting actions
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field is required
- CPA, ACCA, ACA, ICAN, CIMA, CFE or any other relevant professional certification/qualification is preferred
- Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in financial management, including overseeing the finance and operations of equally large and complex projects
- Minimum of 5 years managing sub-grants
- 2+ years’ experience working in a developing country; Mozambique experience is preferred
- Experience and good working knowledge of USAID and other US Government organizations’ rules and regulations is required
- Demonstrated experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll and accounting for an international NGO
- Excellent analytical, numerical and problem solving skills
- Knowledge in generally-accepted accounting, budgeting and fiscal control principles
- Relevant skills in automated accounting software systems and database spreadsheets
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as MS Word and MS PowerPoint, with an expert knowledge of MS Excel
- Experience building capacity in financial management of community-based organizations and implementing partners.
- Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with NGO partners, community-based organizations and international donor agencies
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, depth and breadth of financial management expertise
- Strong interpersonal, writing and oral presentation skills in Portuguese and English.
- Ability to work on problems of complex scope that require in depth evaluations of data and various factors
- Proven proactive skills in identifying cost savings, cost avoidance and efficiency opportunities
- Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. Please click here to visit FHI 360's Career Center for a list of all open positions.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
