Regional Financial Controller - Readvertisement
WWF is one of the
world’s largest conservation organizations working together with its partners
to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and to build a
future in which humans live in harmony with nature.
The position will
report to the Regional Chief Finance Officer and will be based in Nairobi with
travel within the Eastern & Southern Africa Region.
Job
Description
Position
title: Regional
Financial Controller
Reports to: Regional Chief Finance Officer
Supervises: N/A
Mission
of the Department:
To ensure a high
performing WWF International Programme Office with efficient and strong
financial resources as key components of WWF’s business.
Major
Functions:
To provide effective
leadership and support to the Regional CFO in ensuring strong and professional
financial management at Eastern Southern Africa Regional Program Office
(ESARPO) and throughout sub-region's presences.
Major
Duties and Responsibilities:
- As part of the
Sub-region’s Strategic Planning process, and working in close
collaboration and coordination with the senior management in the
sub-region: develop and ensure implementation of financial/operational
plans for sub-region and for ESARPO unit;
- Assist the CFO
in the regular review of the financial systems in the region and
implementation of agreed improvements or new applications;
- Follow up on
realisation of benefits associated with new system or improved financial
systems;
- Work closely
with the Regional Controls Manager to ensure compliance with the Network
standards and Field Operations Manual in all of the country offices in the
region;
- Supports the
Regional CFO in the capacity building of the finance and administrative
staff in theCountry Offices;
- Consolidates
financial reports from Country Offices and reports as required to Network.
The RFC will be supported by the Regional Controls Manager in this task as
deemed necessary;
- Coordinates the
gathering and analysis of regional financial data to produce required KPI
- Works closely
with senior management at ESARPO and at Country Office levels, to assess
and provide recommendations to improve financial and administrative
performance – especially visa-vis financial controls, reporting,
procedures, processes, systems, of all offices in the subregion;
- Primarily
responsible for the monthly review of Country Office trial balances;
- Co-ordinates the
preparation of the annual operations and programme budgets for the
Programme, in accordance with the annual planning cycle and donor requirements.
Budget planning will require close collaboration with finance, accounting,
administration, fundraising and programme staff. The Regional Financial
Controller (RFC) will be supported by the Regional Controls Manager in
delivering this task;
- The RFC will
advice the CFO and the Country Offices on relevant tax and other
regulatory matters.
- Performs other
duties as requested by the Chief Finance Officer or his/her designate.
Profile:
Required
Functional Skills:
- A university
degree in Commerce, Business Administration or related field; possession
of anMBA or equivalent post-graduate qualification would be an advantage;
- Full accounting
qualification i.e. CPA, ACCA or equivalent;
- Over 10 years
working experience in a senior Finance and Administration position
preferably in a major international organisation/NGO;
- Demonstrable
skills in the development of finance and accounting policies, procedures
and systems in the context of an international NGO;
- Good knowledge
of fund accounting including reporting requirements of major Bi-lateral
Aid Agencies;
- Hands-on
knowledge of a major ERP softwares (such as Oracle, SAP etc) would be a
distinct advantage;
- Excellent
English and knowledge of local languages an asset.
Required
Behavioural Skills:
- Strong business
acumen and proven drive for results;
- Excellent
advisory skills with high work standards and ability to promote team
synergy in a multi-cultural work environment;
- Excellent
interpersonal skills (tact, diplomacy, discretion and impartiality) are
essential for this position;
- Strong
team-player with ability to work in virtual teams;
- Ability to work
and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of individuals within a
broad range of cultural environments, especially in the African context;
- High level of
good organisational and administrative skills with an ability to work well
under pressure;
- Must be
committed to equal opportunity employment policies;
- Adheres to WWF’s
values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging..
Working
Relationships:
- Internal – Interacts
frequently with the Senior Management Team and all staff at ESARPO hub.
Works closely with the Finance teams in various ESARPO country offices and
also with Finance team at WWF International Secretariat.
- External –
Liaises with financial institutions, external auditors, external
consultants and government bodies.
This job description
covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are
anticipated proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary
according to organizational needs.
How to apply:
We encourage all
suitable candidates to apply via email through a cover letter and CV with
Regional Financial Controller application on the subject line to Human
Resources, WWF-ESARPO, Hresource@wwfesarpo.org not later than 4th June 2013.
WWF is an equal
opportunity Employer and is committed to having a diverse workforce.
Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted
