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Job Title: Finance and Operations Manager

Location: Abuja, Nigeria

Reports To: CEO, BroadImpact

Direct Reports: None

Position Summary:

The Finance and Operations Manager at BroadImpact will be a critical member of our leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial operations and contract management across our diverse programs throughout the African continent and beyond. This role requires a highly experienced and meticulous professional with a strong background in financial management, donor compliance, and contractual oversight, preferably within the international development, or consulting sector. The successful candidate will ensure the financial integrity of BroadImpact's operations, safeguard assets, ensure compliance with donor regulations and national laws, and effectively manage all contractual agreements with partners, vendors, and consultants across the continent. This role, is a full time, long-term consulting role, renewed annually.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Financial Management & Oversight (60%)

· Strategic Financial Planning: Lead the development and implementation of financial strategies, policies, and procedures for BroadImpact, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and donor requirements.

· Budgeting & Forecasting: Oversee the preparation, monitoring, and revision of program budgets across all projects, providing accurate and timely financial forecasts to inform decision-making.

· Financial Reporting: Prepare comprehensive and accurate financial reports for internal stakeholders (Program Coordinators, Directors and CEO for cross-cutting organizational tasks) and external donors, ensuring compliance with reporting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and donor-specific requirements.

· Cash Flow Management: Manage cash flow across the organization, ensuring adequate liquidity for program operations and efficient utilization of funds.

· Accounting & Reconciliation: Oversee the accurate and timely recording of all financial transactions, including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, and bank reconciliations.

· Internal Controls: Establish and maintain robust internal control systems to safeguard organizational assets, prevent fraud, and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.

· Audits: Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audits as required, ensuring timely provision of required documentation and addressing audit findings.

· Grants Management: Work closely with Program Coordinators to ensure financial compliance with all grant agreements, including expenditure tracking, reporting, and adherence to specific donor requirements.

· Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, providing recommendations for improving financial performance and efficiency.

2. Contracts Management & Compliance (30%)

· Contract Lifecycle Management: Oversee the entire contract lifecycle for all agreements across the Programs portfolio, from drafting and negotiation to execution, monitoring, and close-out.

· Legal & Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all contracts and financial practices comply with relevant national laws, international regulations, and donor requirements. Stay abreast of changes in legal and regulatory frameworks.

· Risk Management: Identify and mitigate contractual and financial risks, developing strategies to minimize exposure and ensure business continuity.

· Partner Agreements: Lead the development and management of sub-grant agreements, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and other contractual arrangements with clients and partners.

· Vendor & Consultant Contracts: Oversee the contracting process for all vendors and consultants, ensuring competitive procurement, clear deliverables, and adherence to terms and conditions.

· Compliance Monitoring: Monitor partner compliance with contractual obligations, financial reporting, and donor requirements. Conduct due diligence on potential partners.

· Contract Negotiation: Participate in the negotiation of complex contracts, ensuring favorable terms for BroadImpact.

· Capacity Building: Provide guidance and training to Program Coordinators and partners on financial policies, donor compliance, and contract management best practices.

3. Collaboration & Cross-Cutting Support (10%)

· Collaborate closely with the CEO on cross-cutting organizational financial tasks and strategic initiatives.

· Work effectively with Program Coordinators to provide financial oversight, support, and guidance for their specific programs.

· Liaise directly with external auditors to facilitate audit processes and respond to queries.

· Contribute to the development and implementation of organizational policies and procedures related to finance and contracts.

Qualifications:

· Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CPA) is highly desirable.

· Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in financial management and contracts management, with at least 5 years in a senior management role within the private or consulting sector.

· Extensive experience working with private sector and consulting firms essential.

· Experience with diverse donors (e.g., USAID, FCDO, GIZ, Gavi, Global Fund, UN agencies, private foundations) and a strong understanding of their financial and contractual regulations.

· Proven experience managing finances and contracts across multiple countries, ideally within Africa.

· Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

· Strong knowledge of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP) and financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, Sage, is a plus).

· Excellent understanding of contract law, procurement regulations, and risk management principles.

· Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential. Proficiency in French or other relevant regional languages is a significant advantage.

· Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, including the CEO, Program Coordinators, and external auditors.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, multi-cultural environment, demonstrating strong initiative and self-direction.

Application Process:

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the role to info@broadimpact.org with the subject line "Finance and Contracts Manager".

Application Deadline: 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and closed once a suitable candidate is identified.

In preparation for several upcoming large scale project evaluations spanning multiple countries we are actively seeking professionals to join our consultant network across various African countries. 

Specific roles include: Evaluation Team Leads, Program Area Specialists, Market Access Specialists, Modelling Experts, Country Focal points, Data Analysts, Document Reviewers and Report Writers.

Requirements: 

• Consultants must have at least 5 years of proven experience and relevant qualifications.

• Extensive experience in implementing, monitoring and evaluating programmes.

• Strong analytical, communication and qualitative analysis skills and report writing skills.

BroadImpact invites you to contribute your technical skills to support the delivery of innovative solutions for strengthening health, social protection  and digital systems.