Inclusive Eye Health Director

The role is permanent and can be based in any CBM Global office.

While the world is making progress in tackling poverty, people with disabilities are being left behind. Too many people with disabilities face poverty, stigma and isolation and are denied the chance to go to school or earn a living. In addition, large numbers of people lose the ability to see, hear or walk because of conditions that could easily be treated or prevented.

Driven by Christian values, CBM works in the world’s poorest places to reach those who are most left behind. Working in partnership with Governments and local partners, we create long-term positive change: supporting people with disabilities to access education and healthcare, earn a living and be included in their communities; and treating and preventing conditions that can lead to disability.

Main objective of the role:

Reporting to the International Director, the position holder leads on CBM Global’s work in Inclusive Eye Health (IEH), which includes Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). He/she formulates the IEH/NTD strategic plan, ensures that programmes are accessible and inclusive to all members of the community, establishes technical standards, directs delivery in coordination with other programme areas of CBM Global, ensures effective monitoring, evaluation and continual refinement of the plan. Leads on external representation and fundraising, ensuring the plan is resourced and promoted in collaboration with Member Associations.

We are looking for someone who will…

· Develop and oversee delivery of the IEH/NTD strategy, including setting overall strategic objectives, geographic priorities and fundraising strategy with institutional and other donors

· Support country planning processes, ensuring synergy with the IEH/NTD strategy

· Ensure that IEH and NTD project proposals meet agreed standards of design and quality for them to be presented to donors for funding

· Analyse policies, trends, data & research in eye health and NTDs in order to influence the external environment and improve and further develop CBM Global’s policies and practice

· Work with fundraising teams to develop relevant communication material for marketing & fundraising

· Identify and pursue funding opportunities from institutional and other major donors, in coordination with CBM Global Member Associations and Country Offices

· Pursue opportunities to work in consortia in order to increase income and leverage the impact of CBM Global’s IEH/NTD strategy

· Lead and manage a team of global and regional level experts for implementing CBM Global’s strategy in inclusive eye health and NTDs

· Ensure quality assurance of IEH & NTD programmes in terms of technical requirements, disability inclusion and developmental good practice

· Develop, scale up and document model IEH & NTD programmes with good practices to promote replication

· Support MEAL (monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning) at all levels

· Provide high level representation on IEH & NTDs on behalf of the CBM Global Federation

· Oversee capacity building at country, regional and international levels

· Support the commissioning of research in order to inform and further develop CBM’s strategy, advocacy priorities and technical standards in IEH & NTDs.

We are looking for someone who has…

· Professional background in public health ophthalmology

· Background and relevant working experience in inclusive Eye Health and NTD programming, including in applying relevant tools and methods (PCM, participatory approaches etc.)

· Minimum of 5-10 years working experience in low and middle income countries

· Strong understanding of disability-inclusive approaches in line with the CRPD and SDGs and their application in IEH and NTD work

· Proven expertise in networking, advocacy and influencing with knowledge of key global and continental networks, having played an active part in such networks

· Knowledge, understanding and established relationships with key donors and stakeholders in IEH and NTD programming on global and regional levels

· Experience of working with DPOs/or self-help/community led groups

· Experience in managing large programmes and multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams

· Experience in operational research

· Experience in teaching/ training/ coaching

· English professional proficiency. French and/or Spanish would be advantageous

· Good skills in MS Office.

The future jobholder will adhere to CBM’s values and commits to CBM’s code of conduct and Safeguarding Policy.

CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for this position. If you feel that this role would be a good opportunity for you, we would love to hear from you.

Useful Information

Shortlisting and Interviews

CBM is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to ensuring all applications are treated fairly.

All applications are subject to our shortlisting process; if you are shortlisted, we will contact you and invite you to attend an interview. You will also be advised at this point if there will be any skills tasks to complete as part of the recruitment process.

Diversity Policy Statement

Everyone has the right to be treated with consideration and respect. CBM is committed to achieving a truly inclusive environment for all, by developing better working relationships that release the full potential, creativity and productivity of each individual. CBM aims to ensure that all staff, volunteers, donors, partners, contractors, and the general public are treated fairly.

This will be regardless of sex, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, race (including colour, nationality, ethnicity, or national origin), disability, medical status, age, religion or belief, political opinion, social or economic status, or ex-offender status.

Employment Checks

All applicants must have the right to work in the relevant country. All offers of employment are made subject to the following criteria: Proof of eligibility and satisfactory employment screening, and three references satisfactory to CBM.

History of CBM Global

Until now, the CBM federation has been made up of 10 Member Associations (MAs) providing the vital link between persons with disabilities in 25 of the poorest countries, and people that have the interest, capacities and resources to help.

There have for some time been fundamental differences over how CBM should best place itself to contribute to the wider disability agenda. Earlier this year, it was agreed that a new federation – CBM Global – would be formed with a simplified governance and a greater focus on disability inclusion. And while our excellent field programmes will continue there will be a greater emphasis on the interconnection between programme, advocacy and advisory work.

With an income of €43m, CBM Global is made up of 7 of the Member Associations (CBM Australia, CBM Ireland, CBM Kenya, CBM New Zealand, CBM South Africa, CBM Switzerland, and CBM UK) with programmes worldwide and Country Offices in 11 countries (Philippines, Bangladesh, Laos, Nepal, Indonesia, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Burkina, Nigeria, Madagascar and Bolivia).

There is widespread excitement about the opportunities the fresh federation affords. Coming with strong networks, substantial funds and a progressive approach to development, we now have the chance to configure ourselves to serve and thrive in the INGO context of the 2020s and beyond.

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years and are now active in more than 70 countries. 

The Opportunity

We are transforming our approach to Finance across Plan International developing its impact, effectiveness and how it enables us to be a financially sustainable, commercially astute INGO, in an increasingly challenging economic and sector landscape. In this exciting high-profile position as the Head of Financial Capability you will be fundamental in leading this transformation – working directly to the Executive Director of Finance and IT and in partnership with the Finance senior leadership team across the globe, OD colleagues and National Organisations finance colleagues. It will be central to developing a high performing modern global finance function that is customer focused, provides evidence-based insight and analysis and efficient and effective processes and a strong financial mindset and culture in the wider organisation. Additionally, it will be focussing on transforming the wider organisations financial management skills and capability. 

The Person

With demonstrable understanding and experience of all aspects of finance functions, including Finance professional standards.

A strong communicator and people manager with experience of developing and implementing transformation and culture change. Experience as a trainer and capacity building. Demonstrable influencing experience engaging at all levels including at Board level and with diverse stakeholders. With a positive, can do approach and passion for Finance and continuous improvement.

In-depth experience with development professional schemes (apprenticeships, graduate programmes, CPD programmes) to ensure we grow our own capacity

Type of Role: 1 Year Fixed Term Contract with strong possibility of extension

Location: Global Hub, Woking, Surrey

Salary: Competitive

Reports to: Executive Director of Finance and IT

Closing Date: 16th February 2020

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be accepted.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Child Protection Policy.

As an international child centred community development organisation, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realisation of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk. 

Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.

Sightsavers is recruiting for a Finance Officer to work on the Ascend programme who will deliver on all financial requirements for the DFID funded Ascend programme (working in thirteen countries with a total budget of £91.2m).  They will also provide support to the Head of NTD Finance and Operations Team as necessary.

In particular, the Ascend Finance Officer will help prepare budget and reporting templates in line with DFID requirements, oversee project financial planning, monitoring and reporting as well as support on implementation of the online reporting portal for financial submissions from partners (MyCLAIMS system). The role will also provide support to the Head of Finance & VfM (Ascend) in managing all aspects of project cash flow, produce internal and external analysis and reports to influence project decision making, oversee project control frameworks and help support partners to undertake their work effectively.

Salary: c£30,000 dependent upon experience

Contract: Two Year Fixed Term Contract

About the role:

Key duties will include:

• Review and check budgets and other financial submissions prepared by partners and Sightsavers country office staff
• Analysis across data sets using MyCLAIMS and Excel to identify cost drivers and assess financial performance across countries against agreed indicators.
• Participate in ongoing financial monitoring of projects (including donor financial reporting, audits and overseas travel to provide support and training as needed).
• Ensure that contract income and expenditure is correctly reflected in the accounting system and that Sightsavers internal financial process requirements are complied with
• Assist with the development, management and continual improvement of financial, programme management and reporting systems
• Responsible for the operational financial management of the Policy Strategic Innovation Fund (PSIF), a subset of the Ascend programme worth £4.3m
• Support with other day to day finance and administration tasks on the programme.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills and it’s an involved role so please read the complete Job Description for further details.

About you:

The ideal candidate will have:

• finance and accountancy experience
• awareness of overseas development (preferably gained through work in the INGO sector)
• excellent numerical skills
• strong attention to detail
• an improvement mindset and a willingness to develop skills and knowledge
• an understanding of institutional donor contract management, in particular DFID funding

This role may be for you if:

• You are proactive by nature and have initiative.
• You are comfortable taking decisions and have a good sense of when to escalate issues.
• You are quick to notice irregularities, yet you do not lose sight of the bigger picture.
• You enjoy solving problems and have a keen eye for improvement.
• You communicate clearly. You adapt your language and pace to suit your listeners.
• You are confident holding close working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• You are comfortable working in an international context and travelling to the countries we work in.

Sightsavers offers a great place to work within easy reach of London and Brighton.

We anticipate that interviews, including a short Excel-based task will take place at our Haywards Heath, West Sussex offices in mid-February. Please note that this role has been extended.

Closing Date: 2 February, 2020

Our partner is passionate about improving the livelihoods of rural, smallholder farmers in East and West Africa. Their interventions help farmers improve their agricultural skills, improve their position in the value chain, access and fairly compete in markets. They also offer farmers tailor-made loans and savings initiatives. They are seeking a bi-lingual (fluent English and French) Finance & Admin Manager to oversee the delivery of a complex, multi-country programme funded by one of their largest donors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, develop & strengthen the current accounting systems, ensuring that appropriate controls are in place to appropriate track & account for their grant funds.
• Develop the financial management system, including creating tools for budgeting (individual country & consolidated budgets), variance analysis & cashflow forecasting.
• Donor compliance, including preparing the quarterly grant reports
• Train and staff development in regional offices.
• Administrative support, including overseeing HR issues, internal processes, managing shared Google Drive file structure, planning for management team and project-wide activities.

Person Specification

• Experienced accountant with a strong technical background, and experience in reviewing and strengthening controls within an international context.
• Excellent knowledge of IT systems, and comfortable working in an environment where systems changes are being implemented.
• Strategic thinker experienced in change management, supporting senior management in streamlining processes, planning, and in embedding digital changes within an organisation.
• Excellent business partnering and influencing skills – able to train/mentor junior staff and work with a variety of senior internal and external stakeholders with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to take initiative, demonstrate openness, sharp business acumen and sound judgement.
• Good knowledge of grant management and reporting requirements.
• Experience of working with an international INGO, and experience living and working in more than one African country. 

The partner will offer the cost of a return flight, a monthly accommodation & living allowance, in addition to the salary. This role is based in Senegal with extensive travel to other countries in West & East Africa. 

Candidates are being considered on a rolling basis and are encouraged to apply early.

Our partner, an innovative healthcare INGO, is seeking a Finance Manager. The role is quite broad and will offer the successful candidate a range of responsibilities and good insight into accounting, financial management, business partnering and operations within an international not for profit.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the integrity of the finance function, with oversight of the external bookkeeping and payroll providers.
• Prepare the monthly management accounts, and support the Head of Finance in preparing the annual budget and re-forecasts, and Board Packs.
• Prepare the annual statutory accounts and financial reports; prepare for external audits and liaise with the auditors in the UK and in the country offices overseas.
• Reviewing and strengthening the organisation’s controls, accounting & financial management processes, ensuring these are fit for purpose, especially as they look to grow and expand the countries in which they operate.
• Maintain oversight of the financial system of the country offices, supporting them in meeting their monthly reporting requirements.
• Set up the accounting, financial management and reporting systems of new country offices, as and when these are opened.
• Responsible for operational tasks, including managing the relationship with the IT provider, oversight of procurement and administration within the organisation.

Person Specification

• Qualified accountant with at least 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical skills, with a background in financial accounting, management accounting & reporting.
• Experience and knowledge of grants compliance & reporting (either as a charity auditor or having worked in an INGO finance role) is essential.
• Experience in establishing, reviewing and strengthening controls, processes and systems within a growing organisation.
• Strong business partner, with excellent communication skills, able to work with a variety of finance and non-finance stakeholders in the UK and overseas
• Confident in use of accounting software.
• Able to manage a varied workload and thrive in a small team.

This role will be London based with travel to country offices overseas. Please note, this role is only open to candidates with the right to work in the UK. 

If you are looking to take your first step into the International Development sector and want to join an impressive INGO with a great track record of developing strong candidates, this International Finance Business Partner may be the right next step for you.

The International Finance Business Partner will be responsible for working with regional offices and producing financial reports for donors, tracking performance and linking impact to spend. This is an exciting time to join this organisation who are one of the most commercially-minded in the sector.

The International Finance Business Partner will oversee global project reporting and forecasting. Responsible for providing management information to global project managers, this position will play a key role in ensuring that projects are financially set up properly and are running smoothly and efficiently. This role will also get involved in developing budgets for proposals and therefore plays a key role in growing the impact of the organisation.

The successful candidate will be a qualified (or finalist) accountant (ACA, CIMA, CIPFA or ACCA) who has a passion for the sector and is either looking to make a move out of practice or who has strong budgeting, reporting and forecasting experience. Some experince volunteering or working within an INGO would be desirable but not essential so if this is a first venture into international development for you, get in touch. This client does have a good track record of developing strong candidates and giving great opportunities for progression and if desired, international travel.

With one of the best reputations in the sector, this is a great opportunity to join a prestigious organisation offering unparalleled progression opportunities. If you are interested in this position, please apply early as this role may be filled before the closing date.

An amazing opportunity to join the central function of a world respected NGO, undertaking strategic and complex audits globally. Working in a dynamic environment; you will provide significant input to the design and delivery of an internal audit structure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Global Internal Audit Manager in developing and delivering an annual programme of work to provide assurance over the risk, internal control and governance processes.
• Plan, organise and deliver assigned internal audits across country offices.
• Report on the findings and make recommendations on the systems, internal controls and procedures being reviewed, and management’s responses. 
• Follow-up and report on management responses, and the status of implementing recommendations.

Person Specification:

• Strong internal audit experience; able to demonstrate an understanding of the approaches and objectives of a good internal audit function, particularly risk-based operational audits and undertaking assignments in developing countries and emerging market environments.Essential.
• Good reporting writing skills; able to demonstrate competent and effective reporting writing skills in English.Essential.
• An effective communicator with a good track record of communicating with senior leadership in a large, complex organisation.Desirable.
• Experience of working in a global organisation.Essential.
• Experience of working in an international grant and commercially-funded NGO.Desirable.

Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis, and early applications are strongly recommended.

*This role is only open to those with the right to work in the UK. We will not be able to consider applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.

The Management Accountant will have a pivotal role in the Finance department. The role will involve being a financial business partner for our core and fundraising departments, acting as their main interface for setting and monitoring budgets and assisting them to set financial strategies. At an organisational level, the role will help create global management reporting processes, including strategic KPIs, budgets, and cashflow and investments. They will be provide financial analysis to help inform organisational financial strategy, as well as for day-to-day financial management.

Role requirements

A qualified accountant with significant experience of management accounting and business partnering in an international organisation, the Management Accountant will have a firm understanding of NGO finance requirements, including the importance of UK SORP, donor compliance and multicurrency environments.

Further Information

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ClientEarth is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Please note that ClientEarth will only be able to employ those who have the legal right to work in the country where this post is based.

About us

More than half the world lives in poverty. We aim to put a stop to that. So we campaign against the inequalities that keep people poor and we work with local organisations to give people strength to find their own solutions to the problems they face, irrespective of their religion. If you are as determined as we are to end poverty and injustice across the world, work with us to make change happen.

About the role

The essential purpose of this role is to contribute to deepening the impact and effectiveness of Christian Aid's policy and advocacy work in Ireland in our key areas of focus. It's an exciting opportunity to develop and support our work in relation to economic justice, climate change, Israel and the Palestinian Territory, tackling violence and building peace, and business and human rights.

The person will also represent Christian Aid Ireland and its policy positions towards political targets by developing key strategic alliances in Ireland for effective advocacy. It will therefore require good political nous with up to the minute political monitoring and analysis to ensure Christian Aid Ireland is well informed about the changing political context in the short and long term.

The role will also identify and respond to policy debates and identify opportunities where there might be gaps in Christian Aid policy hindering our ability to advocate effectively. The role therefore will be expected to have the ability and understanding to contribute to the development of relevant policy positions, including excellent web research skills.

The role will support and be managed by the Head of Advocacy and Policy as the second person within a two person policy and advocacy team. The role is a member of the Policy and Public affairs Directorate, and also a member of the Advocacy and Policy teams, both based in London. On occasion, and as determined by the Head of Advocacy and Policy, the role will support members of the Programme team in raising advocacy issues with Irish policy makers. The post will also have a role in ensuring greater coherence in our advocacy work across all teams in Christian Aid Ireland. Works closely with Marketing and Communications team to ensure maximum impact of media content.

About you

The following is essential:

-Graduate qualifications in political science, law or other relevant social science or development studies

-Good understanding of how the houses of the Oireachtas work and or/ political advocacy and influencing

-Strong understanding of how policy change happens and of effective influencing strategies

-Familiarity with the politics of international development, global political economy and/or rights-based approaches.

-Good understanding of the broader issues and current debates in international development including climate change, economic justice

-An ability to appreciate multidisciplinary dimensions to public policy

-Sound and informed knowledge of how advocacy works

-Experience of delivering impact in advocacy, campaigning or communications in an NGO, public policy or similar environment

-Ability to communicate complex issues simply, both verbally and in writing.

-Proven experience of building constructive working relationships with diverse stakeholders, and of working in networks or coalitions

-Proven ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritise work effectively.

-Proven writing and analytical skills with experience of writing policy briefs and reports, and articles for the media

-Advanced web research skills

-Quantitative analysis skills

-Ability to deal sensitively and discreetly with people and information

-Experience of successful use of the media to convey and influence opinion and policy positions

-Experience of delivering impact in cross-organisation and external coalitions

-Experience of public speaking to a variety of specialist and general audiences including the media.

And the following is desirable:

-Irish language skills

-Previous experience within national government or multilateral institutions eg Dail, European Commission, Parliament, United Nations

Further information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

Competency questions

As part of your application you will be asked to demonstrate your suitability by giving answers to the following questions:

Build partnerships

Tell us of a time when you had to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with a wide range of contacts and networks.

Communicate Effectively

Give us an example of when you enabled someone who was not expressing themselves clearly or seemed to be holding back to put their message across and be understood.

Deliver Results

Tell us about a time when you had to make recommendations or take decisions after analysing data and other information from a range of sources.

Who we are:

Muslim Aid are an International not-for-profit providing support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background.

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people helping themselves. In addition to the 11 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focussing on sustainable development programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

Based in the UK HQ in London, the post holder will be a technical lead on Safeguarding and children’s Safety, delivering high quality, accessible and reliable support, guidance and capacity to emergency/humanitarian response teams, country offices and headquarters, in order to challenge and encourage engagement, as we further develop our Safeguarding programme, procedures and education plans.

 About the Role:

The post holder will oversee and manage the Safeguarding framework and tools, in order to strengthen the capabilities and knowledge of all our stakeholders, ensuring we safeguard the children and vulnerable adults we serve.

The Key Accountabilities are as follows:

1. Establish and develop Regional and Country child safeguarding networks to support local implementation.
2. Coach and support where needed Country Focal Points and Investigation Officers to improve Child and vulnerable adult Safeguarding practice. Share learning from these experiences across the organisation. 
3. Support colleagues in Regional Programme Teams/Country Programmes to undertake risk assessments and solutions to mitigate risks
4. Ensure all incidents are appropriately documented, reported and considered. 
5. Design and deliver a suite of mandatory core training workshops as part of the continuous learning and development of employees. Deliver on-going refresher training and senior representation induction as appropriate, members of the HR function.
6. Support effective auditing and certification of the Country’s safeguarding systems and provide guidance to the countries on action plans. Oversee follow-up action in order to ensure maximum levels of compliance and competence.

About You:

This role is based in the UK and open to individuals with unrestricted right to live and work in the UK. At this stage we are unable to offer sponsorship opportunities.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Experience of child protection/child safeguarding practice within developing countries
• Experience of working with children in international development and humanitarian settings
• Proven experience of conducting investigations in an INGO or international context
• Proven experience designing, facilitating and evaluating Safety and Safeguarding training in different cultural and organisational contexts
• Knowledge of gender, inclusion and conflict-sensitive programming
• Extensive experience of planning and undertaking training programmes/workshops in child protection/safeguarding at a range of levels
• Knowledge and experience of Incident investigation and how to improve policy and practice in the light of findings.

Why you should apply:

If you are self-motivated, with the ability to work with a high degree of autonomy this role is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Safeguarding professional to be able to lead on, build and develop internal Safeguarding framework and tools allowing us to demonstrate accountability internally and externally.

You will be joining a supportive, highly-skilled, passionate organisation as a specialist in your field. Muslim Aid offer a 35-hour week, generous holiday allowance of 37 days (including bank holidays), flexible working and encourage a healthy work-life balance.

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV to us. 

Muslim Aid’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and vulnerable adults in our care/employment. Successful candidates will be expected to undergo a DBS check. In addition, all successful candidates for finance roles will undergo an Experian Credit Check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief or age. 

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications will be accepted until closing date, however, Muslim Aid reserves the right to initiate interviews and the selection process on a rolling basis with the aim of identifying an appropriate candidate as quickly as possible.

Are you an Audit Senior/ Assistant Manager, Audit Manager seeking a new and rewarding career with a little exotic travel, supporting truly worthwhile causes and perhaps the chance to use your 2nd language skills (not essential)? 

Our partner, specialists in International Grant Assurance are seeking outgoing auditors for a critical role; navigating a diverse group of grant recipients & donors, such as the UN & the World Bank worldwide (e.g. Malawi, Peru, Vietnam, Belgium, Oxford, Sierra Leone, Brazil, Fiji, Cameroon). You'll be London-based travelling 30+% per annum on assignments 1 to 2 weeks in length. 

These unique and extremely rewarding opportunities would suit experienced audit professionals that are outgoing, love diverse travel experiences, meeting and supporting a broad range of inspiring people and supporting very worthwhile causes. A great opportunity to take statutory audit to the next level - broadening skills into a much wider remit.

Overseas assignments could mean travel to one of over 100 countries/ territories. A fantastic opportunity to see the parts of the world you’d never otherwise  see, work with lovely people and pick up extremely relevant fieldwork experience; vital for anyone seeking a career in the international development NGO sector. 

Role overview

Complete grant audits of a extremely diverse range of projects funded by international donor institutions ranging from emergency aid, to long term development in areas such as agriculture, health, education or infrastructure, to SME development or technical research. 

The role will use all your communication, problem-solving and analytical skills and will give you experience in working with major institutions all over the world. An example assignment might see you leading an audit opening meeting with a UN country office on the Monday morning, before heading off to spend a few days with a local NGO or government partners to audit the way they have spent UN funds. You will look at a sample of supporting documents to make sure the expenditure is genuine and for the purposes intended by UN, and review the internal controls of the NGO, making recommendations as to how these might be improved to strengthen the management of the UN resources. At the airport, you could even start drafting the formal report as you wait for your flight back to London. 

Requirements

• Qualified ACA / ACCA or equivalent(Finalists considered)
• Diplomacy and cultural sensitivity while working with a hugely diverse range of clients and beneficiaries
• A real interest in international development and associated funding structures
• 'Ideally' fluency in a second language is preferable, especially in French, Spanish, German, Portuguese or Mandarin, Russian and Arabic. 
• Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills
• Team worker
• Resilience and adaptability
• Internationally recognised audit qualification preferable.

​ Personal attributes:

• At least three years of audit experience 
• Ability to work under pressure; Strong planning, organisational and time management skills
• Sound technical and analytical skills, report writing and presentation skills
• Passionate about international travel and development and willing to work in international locations for over 30% of the time

Candidates for permanent London based roles must have the right to work in the UK

About Us

AfID are leading specialists in supporting NGOs operating globally with their financial management capacity & recruitment needs, on both a 'pro-bono' & ,commercial' basis. For more opportunities in the international development sector (International & UK) or to find out more about how we can assist your non-profit organisation please visit the AfID website.

Developing a Career in International Development

We know it can be frustrating trying to develop a career in this much sought after sector, especially when organisations require prior experience; be it institutional donor management, fieldwork or capacity building of overseas recipients. Please don't let this put you off, we would strongly recommend considering a volunteer assignment as a way to gain this highly relevant experience. It’s no coincidence that 22% of AfID volunteers now work full-time in the charity sector, as even a short 2-3 week assignment will catch the eye and reassure these employers of your commitment and ability to navigate the diverse stakeholder contexts.  It’s worth noting all AfID's assignments are individually tailored to the volunteers own preferences, skills and availability. For FAQs please visit the afid website
 
Attending one of the AfID Workshops also offers invaluable insights, explaining sector jargon and demonstrating the ways accountants can navigate complex environments, in a fun and informative way. It also presents a great networking opportunity with 25 other like-minded accountants AfID’s founder and ex-Oxfam FD in attendance. 

Islamic Relief Worldwide is an independent humanitarian and development organisation, serving humanity for over 35 years. With an active presence in over 40 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those effected by poverty, conflicts or natural disasters.

Our head office in Birmingham, UK is currently recruiting for the position of ‘Safeguarding Officer’ to join the Governance Division who supports matters regarding; Legal, Internal Audit and the Policy and Compliance Unit encompassing Security, Safeguarding, Whistleblowing and Complaints. The purpose of the job is to work closely with Safeguarding Lead in the context of IRW by providing technical and programme support to the International Programme Department in the roll out of the safeguarding framework and support the effective operations of the safeguarding projects and initiatives. Support internal and external safeguarding processes by the ongoing development of key processes in relation to the safeguarding assessment, receipt and processing of safeguarding complaints whilst contributing to the reviewing of safeguarding, PSEA and Child Safeguarding policy development and associated processes.

The successful candidate must have or be:

• Proven record of excellent people and interpersonal skills with strong communication skills at individual and group levels, including ability to engage within a multicultural environment
• Significant experience in an INGO setting or equivalent
• Experience of Safeguarding, PSEA and Child Safeguarding
• Previous experience of working within humanitarian and development (third) sector is an advantage
• Demonstrable experience in consultative team approaches to decision making and innovation which motivates and drives teams forward
• Proven ability and experience in analysing data which enables sound conclusion and recommendations to be drawn
• Demonstrates the flexibility and energy that is required for a high level of self-management and awareness
• Substantial experience in managing relationships and challenging situations
• Ability to respond to a dynamic and changing environment
• Ability and motivation to travel within UK and internationally

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who are sympathetic to the IR values of; Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. If you would like to be a part of an organisation striving to make a difference in the world and are looking for a meaningful career, we will be glad to hear from you.

Please Note: Interviews are expected to take place early March 2020. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pre-employment checks:

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• screening clearance
• proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
• receipt of satisfactory references

For UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer

Islamic Relief Worldwide is an independent humanitarian and development organisation, serving humanity for over 35 years. With an active presence in over 40 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those effected by poverty, conflicts or natural disasters.

We are currently recruiting for the position of ‘Regional Desk Officer’ to join the International Programmes Division whose responsibility is to keep the organisation focused on the socio-economic and humanitarian needs of vulnerable people.

The purpose of the role is to provide support to allocated country offices in delivery of effective programmes according to the Country Programme and Regional Strategies and raising profile amongst donors and potential funders.

The successful candidate must have or be:

• A graduate degree or equivalent experience in development/humanitarian areas
• An in-depth understanding of international development issues
• Proven track record of working in a similar role with an International NGO or the successful completion of a one year trainee programme for this role
• Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation of programmes; use of quantitative and qualitative research data collection in support of programme development
• Strong and well developed analytical skills coupled with experience of writing quality proposals and reports

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who are sympathetic to the IR values of; Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. If you would like to be a part of an organisation striving to make a difference in the world and are looking for a meaningful career, we will be glad to hear from you.

Please Note: Interviews are expected to take place on 25th February 2020. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pre-employment checks:

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• screening clearance
• proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK (If required)
• receipt of satisfactory references

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer

Our head office in Birmingham, UK is currently recruiting for the exciting position of ‘Programme Manager - Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding in Fragile Contexts’. The purpose of the role is to lead and manage a programme funded by the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) on conflict prevention and peacebuilding in Kenya, Pakistan and , Philippines. The PM-CPPFC will be responsible for managing the project implementation over the course of 15 months till the end of the project duration, ensuring that project deliverables and results are being achieved effectively and efficiently. The incumbent will be responsible for assuring that the project is implemented within the agreed scope of work and in compliance with SIDA’s regulations and within IRW’s policies and processes. He/she will work with a range of stakeholders namely conflict advisors, academia, IRW country offices and MEL specialists.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced project manager who would like to be part of an exciting humanitarian-development-peacebuilding nexus programme.

Islamic Relief Worldwide is an independent humanitarian and development organisation, serving humanity for over 35 years. With an active presence in over 40 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those effected by poverty, conflicts or natural disasters

Islamic Relief promotes equality and meritocracy, and seeks individuals who are sympathetic to the IR values of; Sincerity, Excellence, Compassion, Social Justice and Custodianship together with our policy standards on Anti-Bribery, Child Protection and Code of Conduct. If you would like to be a part of an organisation striving to make a difference in the world and are looking for a meaningful career, we will be glad to hear from you.

Please Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews are expected to take place mid-late February.

Pre-employment checks: 

Any employment with Islamic Relief will be subject to the following checks:

• screening clearance
• proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
• receipt of satisfactory references

For UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.

Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer