Company
Description
Description
SNV
Netherlands Development Organization is a not-for-profit international
development organization founded in the Netherlands in 1965 with a global
presence in 30 countries across Africa, Asia and Latin America. As an
organisation, SNV focuses on the Agriculture, WASH and Energy sectors with the
belief that no one should have to live in poverty and that all people should
have the opportunity to pursue their own sustainable development. SNV
contributes to these sectors by strengthening the capacity of targeted partners
and communities at the field level to realize increased skill sets and
sustainable performance; reduce poverty levels and expand employment; and
improve food security while paying special attention to gender equity, social
inclusion of marginalized groups and stakeholder accountability.
Netherlands Development Organization is a not-for-profit international
development organization founded in the Netherlands in 1965 with a global
presence in 30 countries across Africa, Asia and Latin America. As an
organisation, SNV focuses on the Agriculture, WASH and Energy sectors with the
belief that no one should have to live in poverty and that all people should
have the opportunity to pursue their own sustainable development. SNV
contributes to these sectors by strengthening the capacity of targeted partners
and communities at the field level to realize increased skill sets and
sustainable performance; reduce poverty levels and expand employment; and
improve food security while paying special attention to gender equity, social
inclusion of marginalized groups and stakeholder accountability.
Job
Description
Description
POSITION
SUMMARY
SUMMARY
SNV
Rwanda is seeking qualified candidate for the position of Finance Manager to
further strengthen the support team in managing financial and non-financial
data in the country office and project implementation for sectors, within the
country and global financial guidelines and directions, partnership / funding
requirements, accounting and reporting regulations using data and input from
colleagues aimed at a complete and up to date insight on the financial
performance of the projects. The position holder will also perform
administrative work and maintaining appropriate internal controls and financial
records of the organization.
Rwanda is seeking qualified candidate for the position of Finance Manager to
further strengthen the support team in managing financial and non-financial
data in the country office and project implementation for sectors, within the
country and global financial guidelines and directions, partnership / funding
requirements, accounting and reporting regulations using data and input from
colleagues aimed at a complete and up to date insight on the financial
performance of the projects. The position holder will also perform
administrative work and maintaining appropriate internal controls and financial
records of the organization.
Main
responsibilities:
responsibilities:
- Finance
strategy for country: develop and
implement Finance strategy for the country, taking into account country
interests, relevant regulation, corporate standards and guidelines and
donor regulations.
- Management
of Country Finance function: Organize the
Finance function in the country and manage the employees, activities and
all aspects within the team, in accordance with the approved plan, budget
and relevant procedures, in order to realize the department’s objectives.
Monitor
internal and donor requirements and oversee the development and implementation
of updated work methods and procedures.
internal and donor requirements and oversee the development and implementation
of updated work methods and procedures.
- Advisory
services: Act as source of expertise and
business partner for management and Project Managers on issues concerning
Financial Management, performance indicators and related legal issues. - Management
and donor reporting: Analyze and
interpret financial performance, country/project trends and financial
status of projects; present monthly the financial consolidated reports to
Country Management. - Support
and give guidance to project managers and project administrators in
providing accurate and timely financial data to SNV donors according to
donor requirements. - Financial
Planning and Control: Lead the
development, consolidation, forecasting and periodical review of the
country and project budgets and funds. - Ensure
control, monitoring and execution of all financial related activities in
the country, including logistics, purchasing and ICT Services. - Financial
Accounting & Administration: Execute all
necessary financial accounting activities and checks, assuring complete
and correct allocation of costs and time, ensure adherence to tax related
requirements/compliance and ensure that internal and external financial
reporting complies with the relevant financial standards and regulations. - Management
Information: develop and provide financial
Management Information statements and financial reports and analyses to
relevant internal and external parties.
Internal
Control: Increased reliability of financial
systems and effective contribution to risk mitigation
Control: Increased reliability of financial
systems and effective contribution to risk mitigation
Qualifications
Candidate
profile
profile
- Well-seasoned
level of financial professional, with strong experience in Finance and
audit and full understanding of the core processes and can acts as
discussion partner on country level for financial matters. - Advanced
financial degree and professional accounting qualifications. Masters’ in
Business Administration (Accounting or Finance) - At
least 7 years at senior level in finances responsibilities for an international
organization or private institutions; - Conceptual
working and thinking level with several years of experience in finance and
administration; - Demonstrated
knowledge and understanding of donor regulations and compliance issues
related to management of donor funds, - Experience
in Grant accounting/management - Proven
experience in risk management; - Excellent
communication and organization skills.
Knowledge,
Technical expertise and Abilities:
Technical expertise and Abilities:
- Conceptual
working and thinking level with several years of experience in finance - OR
higher vocational working & thinking level with many years of
experience in finance - Practical
& applied knowledge level - Well
grounded, well-seasoned financial professional, with full understanding of
the core processes - Academic
qualification – MBA or MSc. Finance or professional Accounting
qualification - Ability
to establish and maintain working relations in a multi-cultural
environment with high sensitivity and respect for cultural diversity. - Attention
to details, preciseness in the execution of tasks, solution-oriented
working approach and negotiation.
Language
requirements: Very Good command of English.
requirements: Very Good command of English.
Computer
Skills: Proficiency /Knowledge of Microsoft
Office and skill in the use of Excel, including complex/compound spreadsheets
and other accounting package is essential.
Skills: Proficiency /Knowledge of Microsoft
Office and skill in the use of Excel, including complex/compound spreadsheets
and other accounting package is essential.
Reporting
level: Reports to Country Director
level: Reports to Country Director
Additional
Information
Information
Work
Pattern (Full Time or Part Time)
Pattern (Full Time or Part Time)
Full
time
time
Expected
start date
start date
As
soon as Possible
soon as Possible
How
to apply?
to apply?
If
you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to
directly submit your motivation letter and CV (both in English) to the Country
Director of SNV Rwanda
you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to
directly submit your motivation letter and CV (both in English) to the Country
Director of SNV Rwanda
Deadline:
Friday September 28th, 2018.
Friday September 28th, 2018.
Please
send your application letter and CV with position title as subject.
send your application letter and CV with position title as subject.
Providing
up to three referees will be an advantage as you apply.
up to three referees will be an advantage as you apply.
N.B:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted