Summary
Date Posted: Friday, October 18 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
WaterAid’s Vision is of a world where everyone has access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene. Our mission is to transform lives by improving access to safe water, hygiene, and sanitation in the world’s poorest communities. WaterAid works with partners to maximize its impact while its overarching approach is system strengthening.
WaterAid Rwanda (WARw) works through supporting local organizations and government to plan and implement inclusive and sustainable services of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). WARw also seeks to influence the policy change through partnerships with government and other key WASH stakeholders to secure and protect the right of poor people to safe, affordable water and sanitation services.
We are looking for people who share commitment to our vision. We are looking for people with an appreciation and respect for different people and ideas, and the energy and expertise to help tackle the most important challenges. In return, you can expect to get inspiration from the change you help make happen, a sense of belonging and the feeling of being part of a global community. You will also experience stimulation and fulfilment, the chance to grow, and space to be yourself at your best. This is our pledge to you.
We invite suitably qualified persons to apply for the following vacancy existing in WaterAid Rwanda:
Head of Finance and ICT [Grade G1]

Purpose
The Head of Finance & ICT reports to the Country Director and will be a member of the Senior Management Team.
S/He provides Strategic and proffesional leadership and is resposible for all finance functions as well as ICT for Development (ICT4D) within the country programme. The role is responsible for developing and maintaining all necessary financial controls, systems and processes to ensure the efficient and effective management of the organization’s finances and compliance with WaterAid’s Financial Management Framework, statutory requirements, regulations, procedures and donors requirements. The role is accountable for planning, development, and review of WARw financial policies procedures and systems, strategies and budgeting, prudent management, and control of financial resources.
It supports the capacity building of WaterAid partner organizations to undertake finance activities that resonate to WaterAid and donor requirements. The role manages ICT4D function and works collaboratively with other members of Senior Member Team in resource mobilization, partner engagement, contract management, grant management and donor compliance by ensuring high quality and timely grant reports to demonstrate WaterAid’s added value to donors and partners.

To be Successful, you will need the following:
• A master’s degree in finance, accounting, or business studies. Candidates with relevant bachelor’s degree and commensurate practical experience, and /or pursuing master’s studies may be considered.
• Fully completed accounting qualification/certification g. CA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA. Candidates with part professional qualifications or working towards certifications and having other experience may be considered.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Finance and Grants management.
• Able to plan, prioritize and organize self and others, Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Quality and relevant experience in finance and accountancy in a senior position in a major organisation, preferably in a regional or international development organisation.
• Experience in preparing and monitoring budgets & developing monitoring and reporting systems.
• Ability to provide financial analysis and interpretation to Country Management Team for decision-making.
• Knowledge of government policies and regulations on financial management and taxation.
• Knowledge of international donor reporting requirements.
• Risk analysis and risk management experience.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 120

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

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