FHI 360 is a global organization that mobilizes research, resources, and relationships so people everywhere have access to the opportunities they need to lead full and healthy lives. With more than 4,000 staff and collaborations in more than 60 countries, we work directly with local leaders to advance social and economic equity, improve health and well-being, respond to humanitarian crises, and strengthen community resilience. Our work is grounded in research and science, reinforced by partnerships, and characterized by a commitment to local ownership, capacity, and sustainability. In particular, we are a global leader in strengthening health systems to accelerate progress towards universal health coverage (UHC) and national and global health goals.
FHI 360 is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Finance and Administration Director for the anticipated USAID Funded Integrated Health Systems Strengthening Activity (IHSS). The IHSS Activity will have an award ceiling between $300m and $500m with a global scope of work, potentially ranging up to 30 countries concurrently. The IHSS Activity will support the achievement of balanced, equitable and resilient health systems through locally-led, evidence-driven, and context-specific approaches to HSS, thereby contributing to advancing primary health care, accelerating progress toward UHC, and improving health outcomes.
This position is contingent upon successful award.
Job Summary:
Oversees, manages, prepares, administers and directs the control of the corporate or program budget and procurement systems. This includes oversight of sub-award and grant management, asset management, ICT procurement, administration, accounting and finance. Manages the activities of the (program) finance and accounting staff at HQ and across country teams. Reviews and approves recommendations for financial planning and control, providing relevant fiscal information to executive management team. Develops and manages internal financial audits. Develops formal reporting system to communicate results of audit activities to management and regulatory compliance agencies. Provides leadership and technical guidance for compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) legislation. Selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Provides leadership and technical guidance promoting a delivery service approach to a diversified funding portfolio of global awardsactivities. Selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Serves on the expanded team supporting Operations with technical assistance opportunities to strengthen capacity and promote country center delivery.
Accountabilities:
Leads corporate or program finance/accounting function to achieve organizational strategic and operational goals.
Provides oversight with strategic direction, process improvement plans, financial reporting, budgetary planning and procedures, audit reviews and financial controls.
Approves credit and billing terms for contracts and manages financial systems used for reporting revenue and taxes in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Identifies and provides solutions to executive levelthe project management team on financial matters to make better business decisions.
Develops and implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency with government regulations.
Guides managers and staff to achieve strategic and operational goals for the department project and organization.
Approves procurement requests and manages financial tools used for reporting program expenditures in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Develops and manages internal financial reviews with country offices teams and implements corrective action plans.
Develops tailored training plans applicable to the needs of the organization and communicate results of internal review activities to management and regulatory compliance agencies.
Applied Knowledge & Skills:
Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures with finance operations and management. Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent and demonstrated organizational and presentation skills.
Excellent and demonstrated project management skills.
Ability to influence, motivates, and negotiates and works well with others.
Problem Solving & Impact:
Works on problems of complex scope that require in depth evaluation of data and various factors.
Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, for obtaining results.
Decisions made generally affect company operations and may jeopardize overall business activities.
Supervision Given/Received:
Manages staff to meet departmental and organizational strategic goals.
Sets goals and budgets, develops and implements procedures, and trains staff to achieve results.
Develops and recommends solutions to management meet internal and external needs of the company.
Typically reports to Chief Officer.
Education: **
Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent.
Experience: **
Typically rRequires 10+ years of finance management experience (including 6+ years of line management experience).
Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
Prior work in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
Typical Physical Demands:
Typical office environment.
Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
Personal Computer/Laptop, Microsoft applications (i.e., Office 365, SharePoint, Skype/Zoom/Teams), cell phone/mobile technology, and standard office equipment.
Travel Requirements:
10%-25%
**Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience sufficient to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the job. This job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
Disclaimer: Note the Compensation Band that appears on the job description is associated with those jobs assigned to the US Salary Structure and employees that are paid from US payroll.
The Compensation Band for all national local employees aligns to the Compensation Structure based on the Country location of the job.
The expected US Based hiring salary range for this role is listed below. Candidates FHI 360 pay ranges represent national averages that vary by geographic location. When determining an offer amount, FHI 360 factors in multiple considerations, including but not limited to: relevant years of experience and education possessed by the applicant, internal equity, business sector, and budget.
Base salary is only one component of our offer. FHI 360 contributes 12% of monthly base pay to a money purchase pension plan account. Additionally, all US based staff working full-time, which is calculated at 40 hours/week, receive 18 days of paid vacation per year, 12 sick days per year, and 11 holidays per year. Paid time off is reduced pro rata for employees working less than a full-time schedule.
US Based Hiring Salary Range: $155,000 - $175,000
International hiring ranges will differ based on location.
This job posting summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.
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