Director of Finance and Administration

• Interview dates : w/c 16 February 2015
• Salary : Competitive with excellent benefits

WaterAid America (WAA) is seeking a Director of Finance and Administration to join our Executive Team and help us create a world where everyone has access to safe water and sanitation. You will be a key decision-maker and help us shape the future of our growing organization, with an eye on steadily growing WAA’s impact both locally and internationally. WaterAid transforms lives by improving access to safe water, hygiene and sanitation in the world's poorest communities. We work with partners and influence decision-makers to maximize our impact. Join us in ensuring that everyone, everywhere has access to safe water and sanitation.

The Director of Finance and Administration oversees all financial aspects of WAA, including treasury, budgeting, audit, tax, accounting, grant administration, investment, real estate, long-range forecasting and risk management. The role requires a problem-solving leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills, the flexibility to think and act across multiple levels of the organization simultaneously, from detailed budgeting and reporting to long-term strategic planning, and a commitment to achieving the goals of WAA’s three-year Strategic Business Plan. As a member of WaterAid’s Global Finance Executive, the Director also serves as WAA’s advocate and representative, contributing to setting financial standards and practice across the federation.

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To apply please please submit a cover letter, resume and salary requirements tohr@wateraidamerica.org

WaterAid America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks a diverse pool of candidates for this position.