Head of Finance

What we are looking for

• An experienced Head of Support (particularly with experience in both Finance and Procurement) that is comfortable with the compliance elements of Finance and Procurement.
• Prior experience in the oversight of support functions in the context of Fund Management/NGO Grant Facilities is preferred and would be a strong advantage.
• Experience working with local partners in the MENA region preferably, with knowledge of the challenges to expect and how to overcome those in partnerships.
• Strong experience with strategic elements and engagement with donors. Familiarity with KFW processes is an advantage.

Adaptability and flexibility to change. 

What you will do

• The purpose of the Head of Finance, Contracts and Compliance position is to ensure the effective setup, development and management of the Nabni support functions. The position will act as a deputy to the Grant Facility Director as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the support function’s strategic input to the development of the Nabni Facility strategy and action plan
• Responsible for ensuring quality and timely support to project implementation including technical assistance and capacity development of the partners’ key support staff
• Facilitate the master budget development including assessing and monitoring costs and resource allocation needs of the Fund Management Unit
• Management of and reporting on Nabni’s fiduciary and system related risks and ensuring compliance with and adherence to NRC policies, guidelines/handbooks, donor and audit requirements
• Development of relevant finance, procurement, contracting, risk management and compliance guidelines, systems and tools incorporating and adopting donor requirements.
• Development and management of vetting procedures for the Facility and its partners, in line with donor requirements.
• Coordination of monitoring activities by the third parties with regard to compliance, accountability and transparency of the Facility’s use of funds and resources, including regular audits of financial aid.
• Responsible for the procurement and contract management under the Facility (including that of learning partners).
• Contribute to the design of Calls for Proposals (CfP) process with focus on financial and management capacity requirements, in close collaboration with the delivery team
• Contribute to the Facility’s knowledge management and learning

What you will bring

• Minimum 4 years’ experience from a senior management position/Head of Support/Deputy Chief of Party for a humanitarian or development organization with demonstrated experience in compliance and development of support systems.
• Prior experience in the oversight of support functions in the context of Fund Management/NGO Grant Facilities is preferred and a strong advantage.
• Prior expertise working in the MENA Region (Iraq, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, Yemen, Libya, Syria) is an added advantage.
• Specific knowledge about KfW rules and regulations is an advantage.
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
• Allocation of resources and costs expertise
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal
• Arabic language skills are a strong advantage.

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