Head of Finance
3 weeks ago
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, a state-owned organization, is seeking a Head of Finance to join their team for a contract period of 24 months.
Immerse yourself in an exciting opportunity with GIZ, the renowned Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. As a state-owned organization dedicated to global sustainable development, we operate on a worldwide scale. Leveraging our extensive experience, regional expertise, and technical know-how, we drive international cooperation and provide economic and result-oriented services to clients across the globe.
The GIZ South Africa, Lesotho, and eSwatini Country Office in Hatfield, Pretoria, invites talented professionals to lead as our "Head of Finance." This pivotal role offers you the chance to shape and drive financial strategies while making a tangible impact on the ground.
Unlock your potential with GIZ and become part of a dynamic and diverse team that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development. Join us on this remarkable journey, where your skills will be valued, and your contributions will shape a brighter future.
**Qualification**:
- Hold an esteemed MSc/MBA/Master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, Law, Economics, or a related field.
**Professional Experience**:
- Bring at least a decade of professional expertise in a similar role, showcasing your leadership capabilities with a minimum of five years in a supervisory position.
- Thrive as a results-oriented and metrics-driven leader, leveraging your experience in Finance & Accounting.
- Harness your knowledge in international development cooperation, contributing to GIZ's impactful initiatives.
- Showcase your proficiency in Digital Transformation, driving innovative solutions and growth.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of compliance standards, ensuring ethical and transparent practices.
**You'll excel in this role if you possess the following qualities**:
- Exceptional communication skills
- Strong ability to build and lead teams effectively
- Outstanding management abilities
- Proficiency in both English and German languages
- Impressive negotiation skills
- Highly developed organisational skills and self-initiative at a conceptual level
- Extensive knowledge of financial planning and accounting
- Demonstrated confidentiality in handling data and information.
- Results-driven performance.
- Broad range of diversity, inclusion, and intercultural competencies
- Willingness to enhance skills as needed for the tasks at hand, with corresponding measures agreed upon with management
**What you will be doing**:
- Managing the Finance Unit within the GIZ Country Office in Pretoria, ensuring efficient services to all GIZ Projects, Programs, and Clusters, as well as Head Office and other GIZ Country Offices
- Overseeing the finance function of GIZ South Africa, Lesotho, and eSwatini, encompassing day-to-day operations, strategic direction, and continuous improvement of service quality and compliance
- Skillfully addressing queries related to issues within your section, providing efficient and effective solutions
- Performing tasks in full compliance with GIZ's Procedures and Rules (PuR)
- Delivering services within the team in alignment with GIZ's requirements and standards
- Ensuring the smooth functioning of financial administration, adhering to GIZ's standard processes and procedures
- Conducting financial planning, monitoring, and accounting for both the GIZ Office and various GIZ projects, programs, and clusters
- Monitoring all GIZ bank accounts, fund disbursements, and allocations
- Facilitating effective coordination with the finance team and the Commercial Affairs Department at GIZ Head Office
**As the Head of Finance, you will**:
- Provide expert advice to peers, senior Finance Managers, the Country Director, the Senior Management Team (SMT), and Program Management on thematic areas and relevant issues.
- Foster effective communication and collaboration with different groups to address and resolve queries promptly.
**_ Management Responsibility_**
- Take responsibility for assigned business areas, orders, and measures within the section, overseeing the management of staff (bands 1-4) reporting to you
- Lead your team in accordance with sound management principles, GIZ's cooperation and leadership principles, nurturing a sense of corporate identity and enabling independent task execution, creativity, and innovation
- Handle staff recruitment, selection, grading, and professional development planning
- Ensure cost-effective service delivery by monitoring and managing staff performance
- Conduct annual staff assessments and development discussions
- Establish, communicate, and implement long-term departmental goals to drive effectiveness and efficiency
- Spearhead the implementation and development of finance policies
- Develop, communicate, and administer team performance, developmen
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