Finance Director, CDC DREAMS Project :

Job Summary

Reporting to and working closely with the Chief of Party, The Finance Director is responsible for ensuring that the project functions efficiently and effectively in all financial, administrative, and operational matters in compliance with award regulations and conditions, with BZ policies and processes, and national laws and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Oversee implementation of project finance and administration policies and procedures.
Ensures that the project consistently and correctly implements sound financial, contractual, and administrative operating systems,
Support and supervise staff to carry out day-to-day finance and administration functions.
Ensure complete documentation, stewardship and accountability of financial transactions.
Work with other project staff to ensure a robust budgeting and financial management and tracking system that adequately recognizes and effectively accounts for project funds.
Oversee and review the work plan budgeting, budget tracking, and financial communication/reporting process and systems.
Assess the financial capacities of consortium partners and provide technical assistance to partners as may be required.
Organize annual external audits for the project and for partners as required.
Ensure management and compliance of the contract in line with financial requirements for CDC, BZ policies, and the laws of the government of Zimbabwe.
Initiate and monitor the existence and application of clear robust financial policies and adequate internal controls to guide project staff and minimize the risk of non-compliance, malpractice, and human error.
Oversee the sub-contract process including the contract management and monitoring of all project partners; review sub-grantee reports for accuracy and compliance with sub-grant agreements.
Provide training and/or guidance to staff on financial controls and operational systems.
Supervise supporting Finance and Operations/Administration staff.

Qualifications and Experience

Degree in Finance/Accounting or related field. Master's degree in accounting or in business administration, (MBA) is an added advantage.
Full professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACCA, CIS or CIMA, CA.
At least 10 years of relevant experience, including financial and administrative management and supervisory experience in large complex development projects with extensive field operations.
A minimum of 6 years professional experience in project financial and administrative management.
Extensive knowledge of CDC and USG financial management rules, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Demonstrated experience managing sub-grants to partner organizations.
Proficiency in relevant computer applications and databases.
Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and written communication skills in English.
Zimbabwean nationals strongly encouraged to apply

How to Apply

To apply for these positions, please submit a cover letter, CV, and three references (including name, organization, phone number, and email address) with position title in the subject line, to [email protected] with position title in the subject line. BZ is an equal opportunity employer. The application deadline is 17 February 2023. Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Zimbabwean nationals strongly encouraged to apply.
BZ has a zero-tolerance policy on child abuse, sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and any form of discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, age and any other such distinguishing characteristics.