Main tasks and responsibilities
Overall Responsibilities
Under the lead of the Regional Manager (RM), play a key role in the development and implementation of the countries workplans and strategy
Ensure compliance with AVSI policies, procedures and local laws
Develop and implement annual departmental plans
Supervise Country Operations Managers.
Finance and Administration
Countries' budget oversight: Monitor budgets, actual expenses, monitor cash flows and report financial performance regularly to management
Ensure project implementation meets donors' compliance requirements
Support Country Operations on administrative and financial aspects
Oversee budget elaboration and revisions and financial reporting
Support the development and maintenance of countries financial documents, procedures, guidance, and tools, including strategy, ensuring consistency across the countries program and in line with organizational standards
Ensure that budgeting, accounting, year-end procedures, and other financial processes take place in adherence to AVSI policies and procedures, and donor and auditor requirements
Ensure controls, risk mitigation and compliance procedures are in place.
Procurement&Logistics
Support Country Operations Manager in the revision of key supply contracts and their management.
Supervise international and national procurement process
Human Resources
Performance management process: setting clear goals aligned to strategic priorities and follow up and support operations staff's achievement
Train and develop ESA operations staff capacity on administrative, financial and budgeting responsibilities
Plan national and international operations staff requirements together with RM/RHR.
Program Development
Draw up plans, proposals and budgets for new projects
Proactively contribute to program development and strategy.
As a member of the Strategic Management Team
Actively engage in problem solving through informed and innovative solutions
Supervise compliance with local legislation and provide support regarding legal issues.
Essential Requirements
University degree in Business Administration, Economics or equivalent field
Master's degree in relevant field would be an added advantage
Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or audit roles, preferably within INGOs, multinational organizations, or complex operational environments
At least 5 years previous field experience in an NGO, ideally in a similar role.
Required skills and experiences
Computer skills: Excellent knowledge of the main Office IT tools + accounting and ERP software
Demonstrated excellent ability to coordinate, supervise and manage multiple teams, and maintain strong relationships with donors, and other stakeholders
Proven track record of supporting a senior management team, and providing strategic support
Excellent knowledge of the requirements of major donors, experience in budgeting and reporting to donors, and in managing external audits
Excellent planning, management and coordination skills, with the ability to organize a workload comprised of varying and changing tasks and responsibilities
Strong capacities of financial management and planning
Good attention to detail and analytical skills
Patient, adaptable, flexible, able to improvise and remain responsive and communicate clearly and effectively under pressure
Strong communication and interpersonal skills in English and French, with experience in managing multicultural teams
Previous experience in the ESA Region will be considered an advantage.
End Date 30th August 2026