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Banja La Mtsogolo

Those who applied previously should not re-apply

Background*>
Banja La Mtsogolo (BLM) is a Malawian Non-Governmental Healthcare Organization
established in 1987. BLM provides quality Family Planning and Reproductive
Healthcare including HIV/AIDS information and interventions. BLM is a senior
member of the Marie Stopes International (MSI) Partnership which works in 43
countries. BLM exists to improve quality of life in Malawi through family
planning and reproductive health care services. BLM serves over 800,000
clients annually and makes a significant contribution to national family
planning objectives. The organization has national coverage, operating through
24 clinics, and numerous outreach clinic sites.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to
fill the vacant position of Chief Finance Officer existing in the
organisation.

Chief Finance Officer (Lilongwe)*>
Reporting to the Country Director, the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is a key
member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and implements financial policies,
strategies and plans He /She will lead the finance earn and direct all
financial activities of the organisation. The CFO will build motivated and
productive work teams capable to implement the strategic plan of the
organisation; developing proper monitoring and follow-up systems to ensure
financial sustainability, providing advice and support to managers and
functional departments in Financial Management. Plans, organises, directs and
leads all the financial activities and evaluating the performance of the
Finance, IT & Procurement teams.

Key Responsibilities

Senior Management Team Contribution

> With support from the Country Director, contribute to planning and leading a regular Strategic Review and Planning processes
> Ensure that all financial procurement and IT policies, systems and standard operating procedures are developed fit far purpose and implemented
> Advises the SLT on innovative financing options to pay for health services re.g insurance, vouchers, service level agreements; that lead to new business opportunities for BLM

Delivering Sustainable Business Growth

> Develop and review business cases for future opportunities with clear ROI and business impacts
> Identifies opportunities for expanding BLM’s operations into new services to enhance financial sustainability
> Provide financial assessments of potential investments in new facilities and services
> Contributes to periodical reviews of BLM’s fee schedules
> Establishes efficiency indicators on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

Treasury

> Coordinate and maintain a cash flow management and forecasting system whereby adequate funds are available for programme needs following up and ascertaining donor cash inflows, strict expenditure control and a keen interest in programme requirements
> Manage investments, debtors, creditors and advances from donors and their accurate recording and reconciliation
> Ensure that all statutory requirements are met on time i.e. PAYE, VAT, WHT, Income Tax, Pension and Worker’s Compensation e.tc.
> Monitor fluctuations in foreign exchange to minimise the organisation’s exposure to adverse movements

Financial Management

> Ensures effective financial management and accounting systems, in line with MSI Global partnership, national and international standards, are established, used and maintained
> Ensures that all financial transactions of BLM are in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures,
> Monitors cash flow and expenditure against budget; advises the CD on possible corrective action.
> Ensures policies, standards and guidelines provided are properly implemented
> Ensures all internal and external audit recommendations are implemented
> Develops new donor budgets to support proposals with accurate castings
> Monitors grant funds, ensures expenditures are in accordance with the approved grant document.

Financial System Development and Plan

> Identifies internal control weaknesses and develops policies, systems, and procedures to address such weakness
> Ensures all finance staff and other managers understands the organisation’s financial policies, procedures, systems, and application software
> Provides appropriate technical support and Participates in target setting and in the financial planning process;

Financial Reporting

> Reviews and sends accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end financial and statistical reports to MSI
> Ensures that grant reports are prepared and sent to donors via MSI in accordance with the grant document;
> Ensures that program budget utilization, cash handling, recording, reporting and maintenance of documentation comply with MSI/BLM’s guidelines.

Team Management and Development

> Ensure team working and knowledge sharing are facilitated
> Ensures all team members in the department are developed, motivated and engaged to continuously improve work performances.
> Ensure proper KPIs are developed commensurate with the department’s annual objectives and timely performance appraisal are conducted for the team members.
> Coach and mentor directly reports.

Procurement

> Have oversight of the procurement function by working closely with the Senior Procurement Manager to ensure that all procurements are in line with BLM Procurement Policy
> Ensure value for money and compliance to donor requirements in all procurement
> Ensure timely procurements that meet BLMs operational needs.

Informational Technology (IT)

> Have oversight of the IT function by working closely with the Head of IT ensuring that IT systems are fully functional at all times
> Ensure that BLM hardware and software departmental needs are met efficiently and effectively
> Ensure that BLM has backup systems in place and there is a disaster recovery plan that can be easily deployed
> Ensure that all field teams are adequately supported to ensure timely reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

> MA or MBA in Financial Management or BA Degree in Accounting plus ACCA Certificate
> Proven experience at Leadership level, able to provide Capacity building and coaching for direct reports
> Working within a finance function within a commercial or social business
> Proven financial management experience at senior level
> Experience of International NGO or Private Sector Business
> Working with donors and supporting bidding for donor grants
> Knowledge of various donors financial Policy and procedures
> Working with colleagues in geographically separate locations;

Skills

> Ability to produce financial statements on time
> Proven skill in handling profitable commercial ventures (preferably health care services)
> Knowledge of various business management policies and regulations
> Excellent command of written and spoken English is essential
> Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook,
> High level of interpersonal communication & negotiation skills;
> Strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines
> Strong working knowledge of business practices
> Advanced analytical and organizational skills
> Collaborative approach to team working

If you are interested and you meet the above requirements, please, send your
curriculum vitae and cover letter including names and contact details of at
least three traceable referees as follows

> One reference from your current or most recent employer
> One reference from your previous employer
Or

> One reference from your last employer and
> One reference from your last but one employer.

All applications should be addressed to

The Human Resource Director
Banja La Mtsogolo
P.O. Box 1854
LILONGWE.
E-mail [ recruitment@banja.org.mw ](mailtorecruitment@banja.org.mw) ;

To reach him not later than Friday 20th August, 2020. “Our organization is
committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people
and vulnerable adults and therefore expects all staff and post holders to
share this commitment”

BLM is an equal opportunities employer. No canvassing of any kind is allowed.

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