Reporting to the Head of Strategy, Finance and Communications this individual will be responsible for supporting the effective and efficient management and delivery of the key activities with this functional area through planning, budgeting, reporting, and day-to-day operations consistent with the agreed Funda Wande process and procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project management
Manage and coordinate day-to-day planning and implementation of function activities according to the planned deliverables for the year C Ensure systems and processes are in place for effective programme delivery
Plan, schedule, and cost activities
Monitor, track and review the implementation, issues, outputs, and performance against function activities
Monitor, track and review the implementation, outputs, and performance against programme plans
Provide regular reporting to the Head of Strategy, Finance and Communications as per agreed guidelines including
preparation and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and communications reports - Administration
Finance administration for all function activities and deliverables
Plan all logistics requirements for activities and programme implementation
Implementation and adherence of internal controls – HR, Finance, Procurement, Travel, IT
Assist with monitoring and tracking of strategic opportunities
Risk management
Communication and Reports
Coordinate stakeholder and funder reporting and communication as it relates to the functional area Strategy, Finance and Communications
Monitor, track, and report on overall communications portfolio including social media, YouTube and other communication platforms
Knowledge and Experience:
A high level of understanding of project cycle management
Considerable experience in budgeting/financial procedures
Proven ability to provide technical support and guidance to a diverse team
Good knowledge and understanding of key aspects of development work within education
Experience monitoring processes and systems in new and rapidly growing organizations.
Highly computer literate, ideally familiar with Microsoft Office, Excel, Smartsheet, Slack, Dropbox or equivalents
Qualifications/Other Requirements:
Relevant degree and/or diploma in Project Management, Finance, Operations, Communications, or a related field
Minimum 5 years’ experience at a similar level coordinating similar projects within philanthropy, education, or development sector
Key attributes:
An interest in and alignment to Funda Wande’s vision and values
Be extremely organised
Committed to improving processes and systems
Works well under pressure and with changing deliverables
Able to multi-task
Tolerate ambiguity and change in a rapidly growing organization
Confident, proactive, self-reliant, and performance-orientated
Great team player
High degree of emotional intelligence
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
Contract
Two Years with the possibility of renewal
Deadline for applications
15th February 2021
Applications
Please note, If you are shortlisted for the position we will be in communication with you by the 1st March. If you do not hear from us by then, please note that your application has been unsuccessful for this position.