Action Against Hunger-USA is part of the Action Against Hunger International network, which provides humanitarian relief in over 40 countries worldwide in the sectors of nutrition, health, water/sanitation, and food security. Action Against Hunger-USA, an independent NGO, currently manages operations in 7 countries: Kenya, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Ethiopia, Haiti and Somalia. Action Against Hunger-USA has approximately 1,500 staff based in the various country offices, Head Quarter in New York City and Operational Centre in Nairobi. Additional growth is anticipated.
Summary of the position
The Head of Finance department contributes to the development of financial systems across the mission, new programme development and the overall achievement of the country strategic plan goals. S/he is directly responsible for the implementation and overall management of financial systems and controls of the Mission. These include cash/bank management, financial reporting, budget management, staff capacity building and all others.
Purpose:
The Finance Head of Department will oversee the provision of services responding to the needs of the workforce and the programs. S/he will support in design, implementation and monitoring of the country strategy, provide oversight in the finance department and to other members core teams and departments
KEY ACTIVITIES IN YOUR ROLE WILL INCLUDE
Our Core values
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate Action Against Hunger-USA’s five core values.
Respect– we work with compassion and dedication, treating everyone the same way we expect them to treat us.
Integrity– we believe that being honest and fair is integral to every aspect of our work; conducting our work with a spirit of sincerity, truthfulness and transparency is imperative.
Creativity-we encourage new ideas, embrace innovative solutions, and create opportunities for meaningful and exciting ways to do our jobs and provide solutions to address the needs of the populations we serve.
Excellence– we strive to provide services that meet, and even exceed, the expectations of our stakeholders (populations in need, staff, communities and donors).
Empowerment– we are committed to fostering an environment in which our staff, partners and communities where we work have the space to grow, develop and feel confident about participating.- we are committed to fostering an environment in which our staff, partners and communities where we work have the space to grow, develop and feel confident about participating.
Gender Equality commitments & Zero Tolerance to Abuse
Action Against Hunger-USA provides all staff with an attractive salary & benefits package. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees & qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, or status as a veteran. Action Against Hunger-USA complies with all applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
Due to Urgent need to fill this position, Applications will be reviewed on rolling bases.
Ugandan nationals are encouraged to apply.
To Apply click on the link below:
Action Against Hunger – Current Openings (workable.com)
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