Organization: World Vision
Location: Nampula (City), Mozambique
Expiration Date: July 20, 2025
About World Vision:
With over 75 years of experience, World Vision is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We serve children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.
Join our team of 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and be part of transforming the lives of vulnerable children!
Job Details:
Employee Contract Type:
- Local – Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)
Job Description:
1. Team Leadership
- Develop a high-performing finance team to meet project requirements.
- Foster a work environment of trust, respect, and teamwork.
- Ensure clear job descriptions, performance agreements, and biannual evaluations for finance, administration, and supply chain staff.
- Lead capacity-building initiatives for staff, including coaching and development plans.
2. Strategic Financial Planning & Management
- Oversee financial management in compliance with donor and WV policies.
- Prepare annual budgets, cash flow projections, and funding requests.
- Manage MyPBAS adjustments, reconciliations, and reporting.
- Conduct financial analysis (burn rates, expenditure tracking) and advise senior management.
3. Financial Accountability & Reporting
- Ensure accurate accounting and timely financial reporting.
- Review and approve journal entries, coding, and financial reports (Quarterly Financial Reports, Pipeline Analysis, etc.).
- Monitor expenditures against donor-approved budgets and recommend adjustments.
- Ensure compliance with donor regulations (source/origin, cost principles).
4. Risk Management & Control
- Lead internal/external audits and implement audit recommendations.
- Oversee sub-grantee financial operations, including capacity assessments and compliance.
- Manage grant tracking systems for informed decision-making.
5. Capacity Building
- Train finance and non-finance staff on financial management.
- Interpret financial reports for non-finance staff to aid project implementation.
6. Assets & Procurement Management
- Ensure proper management and risk mitigation of project assets.
- Strengthen inventory control and procurement processes per donor/WV policies.
7. General Responsibilities
- Model World Vision’s Christian ethos and lead spiritual devotions.
- Adapt to additional duties as needed.
Requirements:
Professional Experience:
- Minimum 10 years in finance, accounting, auditing, or business.
- Expertise in financial systems, budgeting, and internal controls.
- 5+ years hands-on experience with financial software (Sun Systems preferred).
- Experience with log frames and partner collaboration is a plus.
Education & Certifications:
- University degree in Finance, Accountancy, or Business.
- Master’s degree (preferred) in Education, International Development, or related field.
- CPA or equivalent certification is advantageous.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of cost principles and grant management.
- Experience with large international grants.
Travel & Language:
- Based in Nampula with frequent travel to Monapo, Meconta, and Milange.
- Fluency in Portuguese and English (written and spoken).
Applicant Type:
- Local applicants only.
How to Apply:
Access the application link: Careers
