FINANCE & GRANTS MANAGER NIGER

Job posted by: Save the Children - International - Tue, 21 Jul 2015

Job Details:

Organisation: Save the Children - International

Deadline Tue, 4 Aug 2015

Job type: Contract

Location: Niger

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Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Contract length: 1 year renewable


The role

The role holder will work closely to support the Health System Strengthening Chief Of Party (HSS CoP) in the oversight and management of grants from the Global Fund (GF) with an overall budget of 6.8 million Euros for 2 years from July 2014 to June 2016. Save the Children International serves as Principal Recipient (PR) for large grants, which are performance based, and manages Sub-Recipients (SRs). The Finance & Grants Manager will be responsible for management and oversight of budgets (including sub-recipient budgets), preparation of financial reports, and maintenance of master agreement files. In addition the position holder will be responsible for compliance with accounting policies, and Global Fund requirements, ensuring that accurate, complete and reliable financial information is maintained in the financial system (Agresso), and ensure an effective and efficient control of project assets and cash flow to minimize receivables and currency revaluation losses. The Finance & Grants Manager will be responsible for liaising with the Local Funding Agent (LFA) on all Finance related inquiries and issues. The position holder will be responsible to work with SRs on Global Fund terminology and requirements in reporting and compliance.




Qualifications and experience

Essential

  • Postgraduate degree in economics, management, finance or accounting or auditing;
  • In-depth knowledge of Global Funds requirements in budgeting, reporting, auditing and program management.
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of internal financial controls and procedures at least 5 years of work related experience and preferably in similar position;
  • Significant experience with humanitarian assistance and / or with international organizations in Niger and / or the sub-region;
  • Proven experience working with local organizations in Niger and / or the sub-region as part of Sub-grants /subcontracts Significant experience in financial monitoring, budgetary systems and controls with strong analytical skills and good knowledge and experience of financial computer applications, including accounting packages and spreadsheets;
  • Ability to adapt to new contexts and review financial systems to fit the needs of the program, after discussion with the management.
  • Ability to timely reporting;
  • Problem-solving ability (Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them);
  • Capacity to maintain an accounting, documentation and archiving system transparent;
  • Very good computer skills, especially on Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint;
  • Ability to work in an multicultural environment, to communicate clearly and work under pressure;
  • Ability to work independently, sense of responsibility;
  • Commitment to the values and principles of SCI;
  • Ability to pay support visits to the field in isolated areas;
  • Working Knowledge of English and French languages. Knowledge of Niger local language a plus.
  • Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of Agresso accounting software.




We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.


Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: sdiagne.45124.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com


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