Deadline for applications: 28th April
Date for beginning of mission: Mid-May 2015
Location:Niamey (and Zinder), Niger
MISSION
The Irish Red Cross has been working to improve the lives of vulnerable people in Niger for the past 10 years, through Livelihood programmes. The Finance and Administration Delegate (FAD) is one of three senior roles supporting a dedicated staff of 23. Irish Red Cross has offices in Niamey and Zinder, and the FAD is based primarily in Niamey with regular missions to Zinder.
Responsibilities:
· Manage the funds and financial assets of the delegation, under the direction of the Country Representative and consistent with financial regulations, procedures and policies established by Irish Red Cross HQ in Dublin. This includes cash flow and cost control management as well as the management of the payments, cashier, bank signatory and payroll functions. Advise the Country Representative and other staff on financial and administrative matters.
· Plan and prepare annual budget and financial plan, under the direction of the Country Representative, using budgets prepared by project managers.
· Compile accurate, regular and timely financial and narrative reports, and ensure Field Returns are complete and supported by appropriate papers.
· Train, support and give advice to Irish Red Cross delegation staff in financial, human resources, general administrative and logistics procedures.
· Assist the Niger Red Cross Society with its capacity building goals.
· Manage the logistics support system for the delegation to include purchasing/requisitions, warehousing, fleet management and other transport requirements, customs clearance and all related matters.
· Draft, negotiate and control the issuing of contracts on behalf of the delegation, with the advice of local lawyers.
· Line manage, recruit, advise, support and train the locally-hired financial, administrative and support staff of the delegation.
· Manage the provision of accommodations, per diems, visas, travel arrangements and related matters for delegates and visitors.
· Maintain accurate and up to date registers of all non-disposable assets and property of the delegation, and ensure that effective office systems are in place and maintained.
· Arrange insurance for the staff and property of the delegation as well as for programme goods and activities.
· Manage and advise upon the computer and related office equipment.
· Monitor the budget of the delegation and ensure accurate accounting, authorisation & internal control procedures. Investigate and address significant variances.
· Review and approve the finance sections of funding proposals for donors and partners.
· Establish and ensure effective working relationships with other delegates, staff, and Red Cross National Society and International partners.
PROFILE:
Professional /academic qualification in finance or accounting
REQUIRED skills/experience:
· Minimum 3 years professional work experience in a finance or accounting role in a developing country.
· Experience of writing narrative & financial reports (Excel and Saga systems)
· Experience of managing & supporting staff (supervision and control)
· Valid international driving licence (manual gears)
· Fluency in spoken and written French - Berlitz level 9
· English spoken and written Berlitz Level 6
Preferred skills/experience:
· Experience of working for the Red Cross/Red Crescent, and of Saga System.
· Basic Delegates Training Course or equivalent knowledge
·Experience of commercial & contractual systems
Contract Terms:
One year contract with possibility of extension.
This is an unaccompanied role.
Salary package dependent on experience.
HOW TO APPLY:
For more information seehttp://www.redcross.ie/news/publications/finance-delegate-and-administra...
Applications (which must include CV and Motivation Letter) tohrrecruitment@redcross.ie by 5pm, 28th April 2015
