ROLE PURPOSE

Working in 54 developing countries across Africa, Asia, Middle East and the Americas, Plan International aims to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised, with high quality programmes that deliver long lasting benefits. To achieve this Plan International must continue to strengthen and build on its work with partners, mobilise additional resources, support/ implement high quality projects and programmes, whilst ensuring accountability throughout.

As the Deployment Functional Specialist on Y.O.D.A programme, you will provide a key role in providing functional support to the deploying countries working closely with the global & regional hub functional teams.

The role will report into the BRD (Business, Readiness and Deployment) team but will have strong matrix reporting line to the Business Process Owner for Finance.

The role will be responsible to support countries to successfully adopt to the new business process and D365 system.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

This post holder is expected to work with all Plan International staff regardless of function or level, with support and mentoring given when needed.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Knowledge

· Extensive knowledge of PLAN Finance processes and accounting

· At least 3 years extensive experience of SAP & SAP BI

· At least 3 years of country experience at PLAN

· Microsoft tools such as MS Forms, SharePoint, etc.

Skills

· Microsoft tools such as MS TEAMS, SharePoint, etc.

· Knowledge of Power Platform, Power BI, and related Microsoft technologies is a plus

· Fluent written and spoken English.

· French/Spanish would be a plus

Behaviours

· Excellent communication and relationship building skills.

· Highly efficient and organised, able to prioritise and multitask.

· Adaptable and a team player

· Comfortable working in a diverse environment and a strong promoter of equality.

· Willing to take initiative and keen to learn.

· Self-starter and strives for quality.

· Strong leadership skills

· Manages customer expectations.

· Ability to deliver to tight deadlines.

· Attention to detail, accurate and observant.

· Ability to work with senior management

· Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities