A locally registered national membership umbrella body whose mission is to promote and support palliative care in Zimbabwe has a new opening for a suitably qualified person to fill in the position of Financial Management and Operations Director for an anticipated TB grant. The Financial Management and Operations Director position will be full-time and the role is for a proposal position and is contingent on award and funding. The Financial Management and Operations Director will be responsible for the overall leadership over the budgeting, accounting, finance, and administration of financial controls for the program. S/he will ensure financial reporting is in accordance with USAID
contractual requirements and will oversee program procurement activities. S/he will oversee
the effective and appropriate use of financial resources of the project and develop effective
mechanisms to monitor the expenditures and liquidations of the project.
To ensure financial reporting is in accordance with USAID contractual requirements and to oversee project procurement activities.
S/he will oversee the effective and appropriate use of financial resources of the project and develop effective mechanisms to monitor the expenditures and liquidations of the project.
He/she is responsible for development and implementation of comprehensive financial strategies to achieve organisational goals.
Oversee all financial activities including financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
Provide financial advice to senior management to support strategic decision-making.
Lead and guide the accounting and finance team to ensure accuracy and financial compliance.
Evaluate and manage financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
Supervise the preparation of annual budgets and ensure alignment with organisational objectives.
Maintain compliance with local and international financial laws and regulations
A Master’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related field.
Deep knowledge of accounting and financial practices
At least 7years of experience in senior financial roles, with previous experience in the NGO sector.
Familiarity with managing programs that are donor funded. Extensive financial and administration experience working with Non-governmental organizations.
Exceptional leadership skills and the ability to guide and develop teams.
Strong analytical skills and decision-making based on data.
Ability to work effectively with project team and Donors
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Provide technical oversight, strategic direction, and definition of appropriate project activities.
Candidates with demonstrated relevant knowledge, experience and skills must respond before July 26, 2024 attaching resumes not exceeding three (3) pages in length and a motivation letter to the following email address: programme038@gmail.com.