1.    Strategic Financial Planning:

·      Participate in the strategic planning process, providing financial forecasts and modeling to inform decision-making.

·      Collaborate with program directors to align financial management strategies with programmatic goals.

2.    Financial Analysis and Monitoring:

·      Conduct in-depth financial analyses to forecast budget trends and assess financial health.

·      Prepare financial status reports that highlight variances and propose necessary corrective actions.

·      Monitor budget utilization to ensure it aligns with project goals and fiscal prudence.

3.    Budgeting and Fiscal Planning:

·      Develop and maintain fully costed budgets for all program activities.

·      Ensure precise maintenance of budget breakdowns for clear financial tracking.

·      Manage and coordinate budget submissions to the Project Financial Management Unit (PFMU).

·      Prepare and provide necessary documentation for budget reallocations as required.

4.    Grant Management and Funding Strategy Development:

·      Assist in financial grant management processes to ensure compliance with donor guidelines and timelines.

·      Assist in developing and implementing funding strategies that include identifying new funding sources and engaging prospective donors.

·      Support PFM to prepare and submit accurate financial reports for donors, ensuring compliance with funding requirements.

·      Coordinate the submission of financial reports via the DFS.

·      Review financial reports from partners to ensure compliance and accuracy.

5.    Quality Assurance and Risk Management:

·      Assist in reviewing financial documents to uphold high standards of financial integrity.

·      Assess risks associated with financial operations and recommend mitigation strategies.

6.    Reconciliation Functions:

·      Perform monthly reconciliations of account balances to ensure the accuracy of financial records.

·      Identify discrepancies in financial entries and transactions and resolve them promptly.

·      Maintain detailed records of reconciliations and adjustments to support audits and financial queries.

7.    Documentation and Audit Coordination:

·      Ensure meticulous documentation of financial records on platforms like Microsoft Teams.

·      Coordinate audit activities, ensuring readiness and compliance with all audit requirements.

8.    Capacity Building:

·      Provide training and support to project managers and staff on financial procedures and policies.

·      Develop and lead workshops on budget management and cost control measures.

9.    Stakeholder Engagement:

·      Facilitate meetings with project leads and scientists  to discuss financial strategies and address fiscal concerns.

·      Maintain robust communication channels with all project stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
  
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting or a related field
  
• Professional Certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is preferred.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, fiscal management, and reconciliation processes.
  
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.