COUNTRY BUSINESS SUPPORT MANAGER (BSM)
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
Are you a Business Analyst wanting to make a positive social impact on the world?
Do you want to be involved in a transformation project that will make Oxfam one of the most digitally and data advanced organisations in the world?
Do you want to join a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty?
If the answer is yes, then would like to hear from you
The Role
The Country Business Support Manager ( BSM) position is a Strategic Role and the Business Support Manager role is help deliver Oxfam’s strategy and programme to protect those we work with from sexual exploitation and abuse perpetrated by Oxfam representatives. He/she will support management in coordinating the implementation of Oxfam’s safeguarding policies and procedures at country-level. He/she will thus play an essential part in promoting good practice and helping the organization and Country Programme reach the highest safeguarding standards by our staff, volunteers, partners, related personnel, beneficiaries and contractors, as well as for the communities where we work
As Business Support Manager (BSM) you lead and develop a team of functional experts (Finance, Administration, Procurement & Logistics, IT, HR and Security) and to ensure optimum support to projects within Oxfam policies. Sitting within the Country Leadership Team, this role has a strong strategic focus ensuring overall compliance and you will report regularly to the Country Director on the management of financial and operational risks associated with program delivery, grants and in country operations.
As well as overseeing the preparation, consolidation, and analysis of collated country budgets, the BSM will support legal and risk management and be responsible for approving contracts, grants, leases, disbursements, and transfers to third parties.
What we are looking for
Oxfam DRC is looking for a self-assured experienced Business Support Manager who wants to contribute to the development of a large and DRC orientated programme,
Essential
· Previous in-depth work experience of programme service management ( Finance , HR, Compliance, information management and logistics) in emergency and / or development context
· Excellent personnel management skills, with the ability to demonstrate skills in leading a multi-disciplined, multi-cultural team and ability to work effectively and sensitively with different value systems and cultures
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations.
· A professional certification in Accounting (ACCA, CIMA or CPA holder) and or have an academic degree in accounting and/or financial management (master level or equivalent).
· Knowledge of Navision/ financial accounting package or similar financial reporting software.
· The candidate must have experience from an international NGO or the donor sector (preferably knowledge and experience managing funds from DFID, DANIDA, CIDA EC etc.
· The ability to think creatively and adapt systems so that compliance is achieved, and information passed in a form that is accessible and friendly to the end user.
· Diplomacy, tact and negotiation skills
· Analytical and strategic planning skills to handle multi priorities
· The ability to present information and concept clearly, both verbally and on paper
· Computer literacy;
· Fluency in English and French (written and spoken)
· Strong sense of integrity and personal commitment to the goals of Oxfam,
· Demonstrated experience of integrating gender and diversity issues into management services.
· Innovation commitment and drive to help Oxfam DRC become a centre of excellence at every level.
Desirable
· A good working knowledge of Oxfam GB procedures, systems and practice in Finance, HR, office management and funding. An in-depth knowledge in one of these areas is essential
· Experience in the design and delivery of training
· Preferably knowledge of Oxfam Financial, HR and project database systems
We offer
This role will give you an opportunity to make a real contribution to the future direction of Oxfam. The role is critical to ensuring we have all the mechanisms in place to support a high quality, accountable and inclusive process.
At Oxfam, we see that a positive and supportive place to work is key, so you will join a group of passionate people who are aiming to put our values and philosophy into all we do.
We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. This is advertised as a full-time role, but we would also be open to job share arrangements as well. You can discuss this at your interview, or we can arrange for you to speak to us in advance by contacting us on the details below.
This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in Oxfam in DRC Team, to act as key contributor to Oxfam work, and to work with a group of passionate people who are aiming to put our values and philosophy into all we do.
This position offers fair pay and competitive benefits package
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Additional Information
Location: Kinshasa, DRC
Hours: 45
Salary: TBA
Job Type: Open ended
Closing Date: 20thJune 2020
About us
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.
Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
More Information
- Job City Kinshasa
