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: 2 years
The role The Head of Financial Control and Compliance provides financial leadership and expertise in financial accounting, compliance and controls to country finance teams, working closely with senior finance staff to ensure timely, quality completion of all accounting processes and control/compliance reviews and providing analysis and decision support to Country Finance Directors and Regional Senior Leadership Team.
In this role you will support the capacity building efforts of country office finance teams, provide oversight of country offices ensuring compliance with local laws, regulations, SCI/donor policies and procedures including quality and timely reporting, consolidating and monitoring actions around improvements, performing quality financial control reviews and providing gap filling for key finance positions in country offices as required.
You will proactively work with the regional finance director on key issues and opportunities and find and implement solutions at the country office level.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
Qualifications and experience * Accounting, commence or business administration degree from a leading university, and relevant professional qualifications (CPA/CA/ACCA). * Computer fluency; highly competent using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and experience working in complex financial systems like SUN systems, Agresso, PeopleSoft etc * At least five years of country office financial management experience in complex organization. * Experienced in preparing both financial and management accounts, including for overseas offices (knowledge of working of charitable organisations is preferred, with IFRS knowledge important). * Post qualification experience with financial processes, ideally within an international context * Experience of working in a fast-paced environment with high levels of change and quick turnaround times, whilst delivering to the highest standards. * Ability to synthesize information and propose solutions; to work independently and judge when to ask for advice or inputs. * Excellent communication skills (written and oral English), including the ability to communicate and present to key stakeholders at all levels within the organisation. * Excellent attention to detail; planning, management and coordination skills. * Cultural awareness and the ability to work collaboratively in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. * Strategic finance business partner with strong influencing skills, sharp business acumen and sound judgment. * Personal circumstances and commitment to travel to all country offices in the region; 25-35% travel. * Commitment to Save the Children values.
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.
HOW TO APPLY:
Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: ‘C.Chege.43896.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com’