• Application Deadline:
• Position: Director of Finance and Administration, Nigeria Livestock


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 5 - 10 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Agriculture / Agro-Allied  , Finance / Accounting / Audit 

Overview

• ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Director of Finance and Administration for an anticipated livestock program in Nigeria funded by USAID.


• The Activity will explore practical, cost effective, and multi-stakeholder adaptation solutions to improve livelihoods of poor and vulnerable communities in target states.


• The Director of Finance and Administration will provide leadership and direction to the Finance and Administration team with close oversight of the project’s financial position.


• The program is anticipated to start in late December 2022 and this position will be based in Nigeria.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the Finance and Administration team with close oversight of the project’s finances, including financial analysis and accounting management


• Develop, oversee, and monitor all financial and accounting systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls, adapting them as necessary to meet changing regulations and best practices


• Establish efficient financial and operational systems including internal audits, compliance, and risk management


• Lead the annual budgeting process and review all financial plans and budgets, monitoring progress and changes


• Prepare and execute action plans to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of finance and administrative operations and to mitigate operational and compliance risks


• Periodically assess the efficiency and effectiveness of finance and administration procedures in relation to the delivery of technical activities on time and at optimum cost


• Ensure compliance with all USAID rules and regulations and ACDI/VOCA policies and procedures relating to finance, grants, procurement, and administration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or relevant field is Required; Master’s Degree is desired


• 10 years of progressive work experience in financial control and audit related field in Nigeria


• At least 5 years of experience in a senior management position, providing administrative oversight and management systems development


• Knowledge of and experience with USAID and/or other international Donor programs’ rules and regulations is required


• Strong written communication skills required, with a demonstrated ability to write reports in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner


• Fluency in English (written and oral) is required; Knowledge of regional languages is a plus.