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 Great Britain is a member of the 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.
Oxfam in Sierra Leone works towards a vision of ‘a just, inclusive and resilient Sierra Leone without poverty in which the people, especially women and youth, demand and acquire equal access to their rights and live a life of dignity. If you share this vision and commitment, then you are exactly who we are looking for to support our programmes.
We can offer you an opportunity to make a difference in Sierra Leone, to act as key contributor to development, to work with a group of passionate people that are specialists in their various fields. We also offer the opportunity for training and development, fair pay and competitive benefits package.
Finance & Grants Manager (Sierra Leonean National)
Are you a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Oxfam’s values and beliefs?
Do you have experience in International NGO financial management, donor contract management and risk & compliance management?
Do you have experience in People Management?
Are you looking for a challenging opportunity? If the answer is yes, then would like to hear from you?
The Role
The Finance & Grants Manager will report to the Head of Operations. You will support the funding strategy, through ensuring financial management tools address donor requirements effectively. You will support the Head of Operations in developing a proactive, flexible and adaptive team capable of meeting the changing needs of the organization; You will ensure timely disbursements of funds to collaborating partners in agreement with project managers. You will provide support to Program Managers in the preparation of project budgets, leading on donor audits and co-ordinating provision of relevant information to meet audit obligations. You will be accountable for the implementation of corporate and regional strategies and effective management of the finance function, ensuring proper financial and operational controls are in place. You will work collaboratively with others to create strategies to mitigate financial and operational risk, support the design and implementation of any new systems required, processes and policies.; Ensure that all staff are aware of and abide with key internal and external protocols and principles (e.g. Code of Conduct, Donor guidelines, Oxfam’s safeguarding policy). Support teams in developing project management capacities and skills.
What we’re looking for:
An experienced professional with Finance background; Proven ability to interpret financial procedures and standards, put them into practice and influence others in their implementation. Strong analytical and planning skills as well as be able to demonstrate experience of working with computerized accounting packages and spreadsheets. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Able to work as part of a dispersed, multi-disciplined and multi-cultural team. Gender and cultural sensitivity with a strong commitment and understanding of the values and principles of Oxfam, Proven ability to support, coach and encourage high performance in teams. Knowledge of Oxfam systems and procedures is an advantage. **
We offer
This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in the Sierra Leone programme, providing supportive and quality service delivery. You will act as key contributor to the strategic vision for the country programme, and work with a group of passionate people that are specialists in their respective fields. We will offer a fair pay, competitive benefits package and opportunities for training and development.
How to apply
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. Visit our website at https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/12054/description using the job reference number (INT6393). We particularly encourage applications from women and previously disadvantaged groups. While we value all applications received, we unfortunately can only respond to shortlisted candidates.
We particularly welcome applications from qualified women and people of indigenous backgrounds. Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted
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