Burkina Faso: Finance Director, Health Services Delivery Activity

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Finance Director, Health Services Delivery Activity

Burkina Faso Main

Program Description:
Health Services Delivery (HSD) Activity - Burkina Faso will contribute directly to the overarching goals of RISE II by improving access to quality health services and strengthening ownership and management of health services by communities, in partnership with citizens, local government, and service providers. HSD seeks to build off of the successes of RISE I and incorporate key lessons learned to achieve greater impacts on health, family planning and nutrition outcomes and enhance the sustainability of institutions and interventions both at national and peripheral levels.

Finance Director:
The Finance Manager will have overall responsibility for the financial management of the project.

This position is based in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso and is contingent on funding; this position is subject to USAID approvals

Minimum Qualifications:
* A Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited university/college is required.
* At least 10 years’ experience in successful financial and administrative management of complex, multi-country, contracts and/or agreements of similar scope and size, through development of cost-efficient budgeting, management of appropriate spending to support project impact, and regular monitoring of financials for programmatic revisions and accurate, timely reporting.
* In-depth knowledge of US government financial management, rules and regulations required
* in administrative and financial management of large-scale, complex, international development assistance programs.
* Proven expertise in finance, accounting and auditing, including automated financial systems, as well as results-oriented grants management, including financial planning, monitoring of grant compliance and management and establishment of internal controls.
* Proven ability to function effectively with multiple host-country counterparts in both the public and NGO sectors.
* Experience managing USAID cooperative agreement and overseeing international and local sub-recipients and grantees.
* Demonstrated ability in analyzing financial documents, projections, expenditures, and accruals.
* Demonstrated experience in managing and supervising a team.
* Experience working with complex programs involving short deadlines, multiple tasks, in coordination with multiple partners, to achieve expected results.
* Must have outstanding interpersonal skills and be eager to work in a multicultural organization.
* Ability to translate financial concepts and to effectively collaborate with programmatic and fundraising colleagues who do not necessarily have finance backgrounds.
* Fluency in spoken and written English and French required.
* Strong computer skills in accounting software systems and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Responsibilities:

Financial Management
* Oversee the project’s management of financial functions ensuring donor/contract compliance.
* Develop and prepare budget forecasts and manage expenses within approved budget.
* Develop and maintain appropriate systems and cost-effective, timely procedures and controls such as cash management, vendor payments, and budgeting to properly disburse, account, budget, and report
* Oversee the timely and accurate preparation and submission of regular financial statements and other cost reports to headquarters and USAID, including providing guidance to project staff and partners.
* Report on financial results and approve monthly/quarterly operating plans and reports.
* Assist the Chief of Party (COP) in the successful implementation of the project including the timely completion of high-quality, budget forecast and financial statements.
* In collaboration with Human Resources department, identify, select, manage performance of, and mentor finance and administrative staff ensuring professional growth and development as well as capacity building.
* Oversee sub-grantees/sub-contractors ensuring adherence to donor, organizational, and host country policies and build capacity of local organizations to become successful and sustainable quality service providers.
* Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; clearly communicate monthly and annual financial statements; collate financial reporting materials for all donor segments, and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.
* Coordinate and lead the annual audit process, liaise with external auditors and the finance team and senior management team; assess any changes necessary.
* Update and implement all necessary business policies and accounting practices; improve the finance department’s overall policy and procedure manual.
* Effectively communicate and present the critical financial matters to members of senior management

Administrative Management
* Provide leadership and management during project start-up and close-out with regard to the project office, bank account, operations and logistics, staff administration, telecommunications etc.
* Implement administrative and financial operations of the program, ensuring compliance with agency standards and practices, local laws and donor policy and contract provisions.
* Manage funds at local bank account and approve expenditures in accordance with Pathfinder and donor procedures, cost principles, and regulations.
* Develop management policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, quality, and all resources are in place, adhered to, and in compliance with local laws, donor rules and regulations.
* Contract and manage local individuals/organizations for identified tasks according to donor and agency procedures; negotiate consultancy agreements, provide training and/or develop capacity of local partners.
* Ensure that security guidelines and procedures are established, maintained, updated regularly and adhered to by the project team. Monitor the security situation and provide leadership for staff in emergencies.
* Protect the organization’s resources and assets and ensure efficient usage in accordance with project goals.
* Establish information technology systems and operational facilities to support project staff and programming.
* Assist COP in addressing financial and operational issues related to the project.

Pathfinder International is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. Pathfinder International does not charge candidates Recruitment or Application fees for any position, to which they may apply globally.

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