Senior Finance and Operations Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

Habitat for Humanity (HFH) Africa seeks for Senior Finance and Operations Manager in Cote D’ Ivoire, for the anticipated Climate adaptation fund project: Improved Resilience of coastal communities in Cote D’ Ivoire and Ghana. The Senior Finance and Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the financial and operational aspects of the project, ensuring effective resource management, compliance with financial regulations, and smooth project execution:

Habitat for Humanity’s Key Responsibilities in the Project.

• The Habitat for Humanity team will lead the execution of component 2 through a team of regional, national and local experts, with the following key responsibilities.
• Develop and establish, in collaboration with communities early warning systems, and trainings for their management and maintenance in 11 communities in Ghana and 10 in Cote d’Ivoire.
• Set up awareness raising activities and trainings to mainstream EWS plans and escape strategies in 11 communities in Ghana and 10 in Cote d’Ivoire.
• Build drainage channels in 9 communities of Ghana and 6 Communities of Cote d’Ivoire.
• Build micro infiltration cells in 9 communities in Ghana and 6 in Cote d’Ivoire, and 5 seasonal bioretention basins in Ghana.
• Reforest mangrove systems to minimize the impact of floods in 10 communities in Cote d’Ivoire.
• Set up resilient agriculture activities through dedicated plots and one training centre in 6 communities in Cote d’Ivoire.
• Train local staff and communities regarding project management, maintenance, and climate adaptation activities
• Develop and manage contractual arrangements with contractors;
• Prepare the 6-month progress reports at the country level to be submitted to the National Project Management Unit (RPIU) for review and integration in the overall 6-month project reports;
• Attend Steering Committees and prepare project execution progress updates for respective components;
• Produce technical project reports to be uploaded to the project knowledge management platform;

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Operations Director, Africa Area Office, the key responsibilities of the Senior Finance and Operations Manager include (but not limited to):

• Oversee all financial aspects of the project, including budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring the efficient use of project funds.
• Manage operations functions such as procurement, logistics, and office operations to support project activities.
• Ensure that all project activities adhere to financial and administrative regulations, both internal and external, including preparation for and facilitation of audits as required.
• Oversee project human resources, including recruitment, payroll, and performance management, contractual arrangements.
• Oversee the development and implementation of the project risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Master/ Bachelor’s degree or higher in finance, accounting, or a related field. Professional finance or accounting certification is a plus; and
• Fluency in English and French

Minimum Requirements:
Education:

• Master/ Bachelor’s degree or higher in finance, accounting, or a related field. Professional finance or accounting certification is a plus; and
• Fluency in English and French

Years of Related Experience:

• Minimum ten (10) years of relevant experience in leadership roles such as Senior Finance and Operations Manager.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities.

• Strong knowledge of financial and procurement regulations and practices.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders and maintain financial transparency.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to financial accountability.

Preferred Requirements (in addition to minimum):

• Proven experience in financial management and operations in complex projects, preferably in the field of climate adaptation or environmental management
• Experience in human resources management, procurement and contracting management.
• Experienced knowledge of Adaptation Fund policies, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Experience working in the Cote ‘d’Ivoire and Ghana will be an added advantage.