Zimbabwe Jobs: FHI, Director, Finance and Operations

Director, Finance and Operations

Job ID : 17691

Area: East & South Africa Business Unit (ESABU)

# of Openings Remaining : 1

Job Locations: Zimbabwe-Harare

 

About FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.  FHI360 seeks a qualified candidate for the position of: Director of Finance and Operations USAID-funded HIV Care and Treatment program in Zimbabwe (ZHCT).

Description:

The Zimbabwe HIV Care and Treatment (ZHCT) mechanism will increase the availability and quality of care and treatment services for People Living with HIV (PLWHIV) primarily through community based interventions that complement the public sector as part of the multi-sectorial response led by the Government of Zimbabwe. ZHCT has two objectives;

1. to increase the availability of high quality comprehensive care and treatment services for PLWHIV at community level
2. to strengthen community level health systems to monitor, track and maintain PLWHIV in care. 

 Job Summary / Responsibilities:

Basic Function  The Director of Finance & Operations will report to the Chief of Party and will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of financial management, including financial systems implementation, budgeting, expenditure tracking, and financial reporting and accounting. The position will be based in Harare, Zimbabwe. Duties and responsibilities: Financial Management Provide leadership to finance and operations aspects of the project, including general administrative processes, financial management, sub award management, grants programs, accounting, and logistics Develop, analyze and monitor program budgets; monitor and track obligations and expenditures against budgets Prepare and submit annual and quarterly financial and accrual reports to USAID Manages internal and external financial audits of the program; Support staff with budget, cost and spending information and assistance to help them make informed decisions related to the management of their technical programs and work plan; Oversee and lead annual budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the department leads; administer and review all financial plans and budgets; monitor progress and changes and keep senior management team abreast of the organization’s financial status. Ensures that sub-contracts, sub-grants and local consultancy documents and procedures are completed in a timely and correct manner and comply with FHI 360 and USAID policies and regulations; Provides overall financial and administrative coordination and support to ensure an effective and efficient operating platform for the project; Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to the Senior Management Team.

Qualifications:

• A qualified Chartered Accountant with a Master’s degree or higher in Finance and Accounting with minimum 12 years’ experience will be suitable;
• Minimum 10 years’ international project management experience, including managing provincial and district offices and supervising local employees required;
• Strong financial and operational management experience with proven management skills;
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills with significant experience building strong host country national team;
• Experience and working knowledge of accounting, finance, procurement and administration of USAID funded awards
• Detailed knowledge of subcontract management processes and procedures, including USG regulations for compliance and oversight;
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and problem solving skills which support and enable sound decision making

This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is an equal employment and affirmative action employer whereby we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected under applicable law.

 Apply here: https://goo.gl/lXZ8AP

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