Director Finance, GPM

Director Finance, GPM
Country: Kenya
Req ID: 3630
National Only:

Description

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 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director, Finance - GPMinNairobi,Kenya.

Position Description:

The Director Finance will provide overall financial management for a portfolio of projects in Kenya country office. Responsibilities include monitoring of projects finances, preparing country office budgets, managing financial reporting to clients, ensuring adherence to funder rules and regulations, coordinating with headquarters on financial information, providing financial technical assistance to develop the capacity of FHI 360 partner organizations and entities in the country, and acting as a resource for project staff on finance-related issues. This position is contingent upon funder approval of key personnel. The Director Finance will:

* Provides leadership and support for all country office projects financial management areas including, accounting, travel, payments, reporting systems and procedures for the FHI 360 Kenya country office and regional offices.
* Plans, directs and manages project budgets in accordance with the approved annual budget and monitors the expenditures on an on-going basis.
* Oversees the timely completion and accuracy of monthly financial reports (GFAS and other reports recommended by funding agencies) prepared for submission to FHI 360 headquarters and funding agencies.
* Oversees the management and reporting of cost share and ensures that FHI 360 achieves the results of which it is responsible for under the donor agreement.
* Oversees the maintenance of adequate financial resources in-country to support monthly program operations and subproject reimbursements.
* Ensures appropriate monitoring of subprojects to achieve financial, administrative, and programmatic goals.
* Ensures all activities related to financial management are carried out in conformance with policies and procedures established by FHI 360 and funders.
* Supervises Country Office finance staff
* Ensures project budgets, accounting, and fiscal control procedures are implemented effectively and compliantly.
* Oversees and ensures compliant pre-award audit of new implementation agencies and subproject budget development.
* Oversees and ensures monitoring and review of subproject financial reports to ensure compliance with subproject budgets and FHI 360 policies.
* Ensures project resources are utilized in accordance with applicable FHI 360 and donor policies and procedures.
* Contributes to resource development efforts; leads or participates in proposal development process.
* Oversees and may provide support to internal audit functions.
* Oversees and ensures quality financial operations throughout FHI 360 Kenya country programs and participates and contributes to the overall mission of FHI 360.
* Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

* MBA/MA/MS or a related advanced Degree in Accounting, Finance with a minimum of 10 year’s experience in financial management and administration, preferably in a regional and/or multi-partner context. Must be a Certified Public Accountant (K)
* Significant, demonstrated experience in managing donor funds.
* Strong working knowledge of USAID financial management policies, procedures and practices.
* Must have demonstrable hands-on experience with an accounting system and high-degree of competency in MS Excel and other accounting packages.
* Demonstrated experience in supervision and managing a team required.
* Excellent communication skills in English required and proficiency in Swahili is an added advantage.
* Experience working with an international non-governmental organization preferred.

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/Careers through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

AA/EOE/M/F/V/D

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