International
Work Location: Flexible
GEN currently seeks a highly motivated person to take on the responsibility of
Finance Director. As part of the core management team of a fast growing global
organization, this position requires an experienced, well structured individual
with a flexible mind and a passion for co-creating sustainable solutions.
Division/Department: GEN International S
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Reports to: GEN International Chief Operations Officer (COO)
60 hours per month
Starting Date: October 5th, 2015 or as soon as possible thereafter
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Oversee the financial administration of GEN International
• Prepare budget and annual financial reporting to the Board, funders, and the
Charity Commission
• Financial monitoring
• Advise Board, CEO and COO on financial decisions
• Support regions and working groups on financial issues – ensure budgets are
transparent and efficiently reported
• Support the financial project management of externally funded projects
• In conjunction with the Bookkeeper, coordinate payments, Paypal, accounting
software and bank account
• Line manage the Bookkeeper
• Work closely with external financial institutions e.g. auditors, banks
• Be part of the Steering Group and attend regular meetings, currently monthly
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
• At least 2 years’ experience of managing finances in a comparably sized
organization – ideally in an international environment. The GEN International
budget is expected to be £250,000 – 400,000, spread across 5 regions.
• Knowledge of organizational finance, ideally with a background in financial
management or accounting
• Ideally, but not essential, a recognised financial qualification
Core Competencies:
• Understanding of and agreement to the vision and core values of GEN
• Good verbal and written English communication skills, including ability to
effectively communicate with internal staff and external partners, funders,
supporters e.g. Friends of GEN, governments and agencies. Further language
competence is a highly appreciated bonus.
• Excellent computer proficiency (Accounting software XERO, MS Office – Word,
Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and communication tools like Google drive, Webex,
etc.)
• Ability to understand the financial requirements of a registered Scottish
Charity (including OSCR reporting, taxation, etc.)
• Ability to work in an environment of emergence and complexity
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a
positive and inclusive attitude
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance
Salary: £750 per month, £9,000 per year
Please send applications before Sunday, September 27th, 2015 to:
mena.vieira@ecovillage.org
Interviews will be by Skype on Thursday, 1st October
Please include the following documents:
• Letter of application, outlining why you are applying and relevant background
• Photograph
• CV and Bio
• List of at least 3 possible references