The Aga Khan Foundation is hiring a Chief Finance Officer for Mozambique.
Duties
- Contribute to broader strategic planning for AKF's work in Mozambique with particular relevance to cooperation with the agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network
- Play an active role in mentoring and developing the professionalism, maturity and an optimal business approach of all staff
- Assist the Chief Executive Officer with oversight, administration and streamlining of practices and systems and establishing effective procedures
- Assist in the assessment of the systems and process related to the improved management and efficiency of the AKF (Moz) programme and provide continual input, recommendations and possible solutions on methods for improvement and innovation
- Participate in management and undertake such duties as assigned by the CEO
- Supervise and contribute to development and design of new financial applications and databases
- Supervise regular forecast analysis of the unit budget (including all programme grants) and prepare financial reports for more effective decision-making
- Ensure statutory compliance under the Income Tax provide advice and assistance to the CEO on all related matters
- Coordinate all internal and external audits
- Prepare budgets and accounts ensuring consistency, accuracy and correctness of all information presented
- Oversee all financial reporting to the Head Office in Geneva
- Prepare regular management reports for the CEO
- Supervise and manage the core and programme finance team
- Contribute to regular financial reports and general enquiries on programme grants required by donor agencies
- Supervise and ensure effective cash and currency management instruments, including liaison with the banking and financial services industry
- Supervise the preparation of various documentations, budgets, reports and presentations for the AKF (Moz) National Committee and the AKF Board
Requisites
- A graduate degree in accounting and finance or equivalent, with a minimum of five years progressive experience in accounting
- Familiarity with computerized accounting systems and attention to detail would be required
- Knowledge of donor agency grant processes, procedures, and auditing requirements would be desirable
- Must be an energetic self-starter; with proven experience in leading the finance function at a reputable institution
- Fluency in English is required, knowledge of Portuguese will be an added benefit
Notes
Candidates must apply via the website, available on the right side of this page.