Christian Aid is working with others to end poverty in Africa. At the heart of this vision is transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty, empowering them to have a brighter future. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated person for the position of Senior Finance Manager to manage the finance and administration unit of the very exiting DRC programme.
The main role of the Senior Finance Manager is to take a senior role in leading and setting professional financial standards (and in some roles the administration standards) and to be responsible for direct or matrix management of other staff. To manage the finances of a country programme in line with Christian Aid policies, procedures and standards; to be responsible for the effective financial management of the country programme including the preparation of financial plans and reports.
This role may include ensuring that donor funded programmes are in compliance with institutional donor regulations and requirements by supporting and building capacity of Christian Aid country staff.
This is a great opportunity to join a challenging programme which aims to boot the poverty out of DRC.
Spoken and written French and English is an essential requirement for this post.
Please show your suitability for this post by filling in an application form, giving answers to the following questions which relate to competencies required for the role: using the guidance notes may help you formulate your answers.
Steward resources Please give us an example of a time when you found ways to achieve more effective outcomes by using existing resources in a new or different way.
Deliver results Please tell us about a time when you took a decision or made recommendations when the situation was difficult or ambiguous.
Strive for improvement Please tell us about a time when you demonstrated your openness to new and radical ideas to address an issue.
We value the contribution each person makes to the success of our organisation, so you can expect a range of rewards and benefits that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.
Christian Aid values diversity and aspires to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
To apply for this post, please download an application pack from www.christianaid.org.uk/jobs and email your completed International application form to: drcrecruit@christian-aid.org (quoting the reference number).
Please note CVs will not be accepted and that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
DRC citizens and particularly women are highly encouraged to apply. You are welcome to send your responses in French.
Job reference: DRC/SFM/01 Interview date: the exact date will be confirmed to shortlisted candidates.
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