VACANCY: GENDER LINKS FINANCE MANAGER, APPLY BY 18 FEBRUARY 2022
Gender Links, a dynamic Southern African NGO based in Johannesburg, promoting gender equality and justice, seeks the services of an experienced, skilled, highly motivated and committed Finance Manager. The post is based in Johannesburg and will require flexibility to travel within Southern Africa. A valid driver’s license is a requirement for this position. The candidate must be a South African or have permanent residence in South Africa. A highly competitive remuneration package will be offered, commensurate with the skills and experience of the successful candidate. The offer will be subject to three months’ probation.
Interested candidates should submit their CV’s, references, a summary of their key achievements, and letter of motivation using the APPLICATION LINK by close of business on Friday, 18 February 2022. For more information on GL go to www.genderlinks.org.za. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted during the week of 21 February 2022. They will involve an oral interview and a relevant finance exercise. The successful candidate will be expected to start as soon as possible. GL reserves the right to re-advertise, should a suitable candidate not be found.
Key requirements:
Financial management, oversight and accounting
Compliance with financial policies; donor reporting and statutory requirements.
Analysis and reporting on budget trends.
Preparing donor financial reports.
Preparation of the audit files and supporting documents for the statutory and donor audits.
Keeping abreast with and ensuring compliance of relevant statutory and donor policies and compliance requirements.
Ensuring compliance with Gender Links’ zero tolerance for corruption policy.
General management
Oversight of GL Corporate Services staff.
Managing donor relations.
Managing relations with service providers.
Qualifications and experience
Postgraduate degree or Tertiary education with specialised certification in Accounting/Commerce; or Professional qualification at level 2, e.g. CIS, CIMA.
At least ten years of professional experience with at least three of these in an NGO environment.
Proven experience of managing donors and reporting requirements.
Good knowledge and experience of Sage Pastel Evolution (non-negotiable).
Skills and attributes
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
Good understanding of the organisation’s overall business and its objectives.
Planning, strategy, financial and budget skills.
A multi-tasker with strong ability to work under pressure and the ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and produce quality results on time with attention to detail.
Proficient in using computers with related knowledge of software programs and Internet.
Proven financial, fund raising and report writing skills.
Ability to work within a team and provide support to staff.
Excellent verbal, analytical, and numeracy skills.
General conditions:
The post which is for an initial period of one-year period is based in Johannesburg. GL will offer a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the skills and experience. Background information can be found on www.genderlinks.org.za or by phoning the General Manager on (011) 029 0006/ (011) 487 2829. Please submit a CV, references to [email protected] by Friday, 18 February 2022. Late applications will not be considered. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. GL reserves the right to not appoint anyone if a suitable candidate is not found.