Save the Children is inviting applications from suitably qualified personnel to fill the position of Finance Director (1 position) to be based in Lilongwe. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in Malawi, the Finance Director shares in the overall responsibility for the direction and co-ordination of the Country Office Finance Function. The Director of Finance in his/her capacity will be accountable to the Country Director for overseeing the Finance function, responsible for managing Finances by providing direction, supervision, capacity building and evaluation of staff – in both emergencies and development programming contexts and considered to be a key strategic finance advisor.
In this capacity, the Director will also be responsible for overseeing end to end accounting and financial management operations, produce accurate project/award and organizational reports. As such the Director is expected to adopt best practices for enhancing effectiveness and efficiency in managing financial resources.
In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
In order to be successful you will bring/have:
- Master Degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Administration, or other relevant discipline preferred.
- Chartered Accountant (CPA, ACMA, ACA, ACCA) strongly recommended.
- Minimum of 10 years management experience in a corporate or an NGO environment, of which three at a management level within a finance department
- Strategic mindset with the ability to lead, inspire and achieve results in a challenging context
- Strong team player
- Excellent inter-personal skills and able to communicate with diverse set of stakeholders
- Strong analytical, decision making and strategic planning skills with the ability articulate complex information in an easy to understand manner
- Solutions focused with ability to identify weaknesses and drive continuous improvement
- Ability to prioritise, plan ahead, and manage a complex and diverse workload with tight deadlines
- Ability to coach, mentor, delegate appropriately and provide developmental guidance to supervised staff.
- Self-starter who is willing to go the extra mile to get the job done
- Excellent understanding of business and financial planning including strategic modelling.
- Excellent understanding of budgeting and budget management.
- Excellent understanding of financial systems and procedures.
- Excellent understanding of computerised accounts packages, and MS Suite
- A full appreciation of the value of co-operation, both internationally and within a team environment.
- Understanding of Save the Children’s vision and mission and a commitment to its objectives and values.
- Written and verbal fluency in English
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
- No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
- All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
- Violence against children is no longer tolerated
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information:
Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application, and include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found
