Plan International is seeking a Finance and Operations Manager for the anticipated USAID-funded Secondary Success Activity. The Finance and Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing project finances and administrative operations in accordance with relevant USAID rules and regulations and in line with Plan International’s financial and administrative management policy provisions. The Finance and Operations Manager will supervise grant management and financial reporting on grant performance and will ensure best use of resources by managing the preparation of sound budgets, monitoring project expenses, and assuring timely preparation of donor financial reports. The position is contingent upon award of the project by the donor.

Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight of financial and administrative management of the project in compliance with donor’s rules and regulations;
• Supervise all financial management to ensure best use of resources through sound budgeting, monitoring of project expenses, and timely preparation of donor financial reports;
• Manage a team of finance and operations staff, as designated
• Develop and implement monthly project-wide financial review(s) and analyses, as well as provide timely and reliable financial information for decision-making
• Maintain strong internal policies, processes, and controls systems in order to provide timely, consistent and accurate financial and budget management;
• Develop strategic planning, work planning, and budgeting processes
• Work closely with Plan International USA home office and Plan International Malawi country office staff on internal and external financial reviews and audits, working closely with project finance/grants/administrative staff and sub-grantees to ensure appropriate their implementation;
• Prepare financial reports for donors

Requirements:

• A Chartered Accountant with a Master’s degree in finance or financial management, and/or a professional qualification in accountancy. Chartered Accountants with  a Bachelor’s degree with significant experience in project finance management may be accepted;
• Previous experience managing finances for USAID-funded projects;
• Extensive experience in financial management and/or project administration;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) applicable to USA accounting procedures and processes;
• In-depth knowledge of USAID financial management rules and regulations and other key USG regulations, including particularly USAID Regulation 2 CFR 200 (formerly 22 CFR 226), 22 CFR 228, the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), AIDAR, and 2 CFR 230 (formerly OMB Circular A-122), and A-133 Audit of states, local governments, and non-profits;
• Familiarity with and ability to adopt new software and financial management systems;
• Excellent communication, supervision, management, and leadership skills;
• Proven analytical skills in isolating priorities and tackling them;
• Demonstrated knowledge of gender transformative programming and experience in implementing programs with gender-focused components;
• Work experience in Malawi or East Africa highly preferred;
• Fluency in English and excellent oral and written skills required.