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FUNCTION
Accountable to provide strategic and analytical leadership in the development of a cohesive, results-oriented, grant compliance and financial monitoring function within the area program and globally. Upgrading of current tools and practices to meet the increasing requirements of a highly competitive donor environment.
Accountable for the introduction, development and adoption of methods and practices in grant compliance and financial management, internal/external auditing, and systems development.
Accountable to promote best-practices in grant management and compliance, further strengthening stakeholder confidence in Heifer’s oversight management functions. Will contribute to continuous improvement in all aspects of Heifer’s finance and accounting work.
Accountable to enhance and protect Heifer’s organizational value by providing advice and insight in accordance with Heifer’s internal policies and procedures. The Director of Finance assesses internal controls over key operational and financial activities and reporting and compliance functions, with coverage ranging from country office assessments to project compliance reviews and leads supports of pre- and post-award finance and accounting activities.
ESSENTIAL CHARACTER TRAITS:
Strong commitment to personal and team excellence; excellent interpersonal skills; strong drive to work cooperatively and diplomatically with a culturally diverse group of people. Candidate must display improvisation and flexibility in a rapidly changing environment and ability to work under pressure.