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DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
The
Accountability Responsiveness and Capability (ARC) Programme in Nigeria
is an initiative supported by the UK Department for International
Development in partnership with the Government of Nigeria. The Programme
aims to support governance reforms in Nigeria by working with state and
federal governments to help design and recommend best systems for
improving resource management and service delivery.
ARC is
looking to engage a result-driven Director of Finance and Operations
with solid team orientation, proven capacity to lead and manage teams
and generate results with a deep understanding of finance, human
resources and operations management in development programmes.
JOB SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITY:
The
Director of Finance and Operations will be responsible for providing
leadership within the Programme for finance, HR and administrative
matters. S/he will provide strategic leadership in the review and
operations of the financial management system, cash forecasting,
budgeting, financial reporting and other accounting functions. Other
responsibilities include the design and implementation of HR,
administrative and office processes and procedures.
Working as a
member of the senior management team of the ARC Programme, S/he will
lead and manage finance and operations activities across the programme
states and in the national office.
Other responsibilities include
the provision of oversight for subcontracts, procurements and the
implementation of internal control measures.
QUALIFICATION
The
successful candidate must demonstrate an expert level of knowledge and
experience in managing large operations of international (preferably
DFID) donor-funded projects, development programmes and/or non-profit
organizations, and have excellent knowledge of HR and administrative
systems and procedures for large projects and programmes
Candidates
must have a professional accounting qualification as well as an
advanced university degree. In addition, they should have at least 15
years of professional experience in progressively senior management
positions.
Management experience will need to include broad
supervisory responsibilities in a donor-funded environment. In this
regard this requires a highly principled professional with strong
business ethics and proven skills to guide and motivate a large team, to
excel and consistently deliver high-quality results.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This
position is based in Abuja. The appointment term will be for a period
of 5 years, with an initial 6 months probationary period. The programme
offers very competitive salary packages. However, local terms and
conditions apply.
STATE ACCOUNTANT
The
State Accountant will provide financial management support to the
programme and ensure the proper management of funds using relevant
regulations and financial procedures. The office holder will also
maintain records of transactions in the programs' accounting software
and other tools relevant for transaction record keeping.
Additional key responsibilities will include:
» Managing of programs' financial management accounts, including generating timely and relevant financial reports;
» Implementation of relevant financial and operational policies and procedures in the programs' state office;
»
Assist in the development of expenditure forecast, periodic budget
forecast and ensure proper control of periodic expenditure;
» Manage
financial relationship with external stakeholders in the state, such
as; banks, donors, contractors, suppliers, Government Departments and
agencies
QUALIFICATIONS
Interested candidates
must have a Bachelors/HND degree in Accounting or other related
discipline with a minimum of 5-years' experience working with
international donor funded programs (particularly in financial
management). Professional qualification such as ICAN or ACCA is an added
advantage. Preferred candidates should be proficient in the use of
database tools and have knowledge of at least two (2) accounting
software (Quick Books, Peach Tree or SAGE)
NATIONAL ACCOUNT ASSISTANT
The
Office Holder will be responsible for providing general accounting
support to the Programme Office, including but not limited to processing
of bank and cash payments, prompt and accurate documentation of all
financial transactions, management of cash float, proper retirement of
all advances/ reconciliation of accounting ledgers and periodic
preparation of financial and management reports.
QUALIFICATIONS
Interested
Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree or HND in Accounting. An
excellent working knowledge of accounting software is essential. A
minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience in a similar role and
environment will be an added advantage.
STATE PROGRAMME ASSISTANTS
The
Office Holder will be responsible for providing support to LGA's to
absorb and implement all activities that are being initiated in the
states where program activities are being implemented (Kano, Jigawa,
Zamfara, Katsina and Yobe).
Additional key responsibilities will include;
»
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the
LGA's and key individuals and stakeholders relevant to the project;
»
Provide technical assistance to the LG's health team and support
effective implementation of advocacy initiatives and other planned
activities in the state;
» Work closely with the state technical
team and other project partners to coordinate project activities in the
various geographical areas;
QUALIFICATIONS
Interested
candidates must have relevant qualifications in Community and public
health, primary health care, health management, social development,
human resources or closely related fields. S/he must have a minimum of
three (3) years' professional working experience especially in the area
of health and gender empowerment initiatives at the State and LGA level.
TO APPLY
Candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit an application letter and a recent CV through the email vacancies@gridconsulting.net
All
Applications must be submitted by Friday, 24th June 2016. The subject
of the mail must contain the title of the position applied for.
Applications without a subject title will NOT be processed. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
DUE DATE: 24 June, 2016
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