PROGRAMME FINANCE MANAGER (TGG-ALM)

About the Programme The UK Government (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office - FCDO) has a vision of a world free from Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) by 2030, in line with the SDGs. A programme has been established entitled ‘The Girl Generation: Support to the Africa-led movement to end FGM/C’ (TGG/ALM) to contribute to global efforts to achieve that vision. Following a co-creation period, programme implementation began in September 2021. This programme will support and build the capacity of the Africa Led Movement to end FGM/C at multiple levels and at scale, working in partnership with the rest of the FGM/C movement, complementing UN agencies (such as the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme on FGM/C), Saleema initiative, other alliances (such as Girls not Brides etc.) and grassroots Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), women’s and girls’ movements, etc. The programme includes two consortia working in close collaboration. Options leads a consortium including Amref Health Africa, ActionAid UK, Orchid Project, ACCAF and University of Portsmouth to implement the ‘Support to the Africa Led Movement to End FGM/C. Population Council is implementing ‘The FGM/C Data Hub: Data and Measurement Support to the Africa Led Movement to end FGM/C’. Options is seeking a Programme Finance Manager for one of the biggest global programmes to end FGM/C, ‘The Girl Generation: Support to the Africa-led movement to end FGM/C’ (TGG / ALM). Based in Nairobi, this role will be responsible for management support and oversight to all aspects of the programme financial management across all its implementation geographies. You will work closely with a range of very committed and engaged individuals to provide project financial support promoting high quality, timely and cost-effective programme delivery through a consortium approach and following the highest safeguarding standards. Under the guidance of the Deputy Team Leader for Operations, the Finance Manager will: Be responsible for the cost-effective management of all programme resources and lead on programme budgeting processes and financial reporting, including financial management of programme activities and grants, management of programme related audits, review of procurement paperwork, payment requests and partners’ budgets and financial reports; ·Be responsible for the contracting and contractual management of partners and suppliers ensuringthattheyprovidehighquality,cost-effectiveservicestotheprogramme; in addition to ensuring grantees contracting is in line with Options’ grants management policies and procedures; ·Support in ensuring fit-for-purpose operational setup in each country of operations and full implementation and roll out of the programme Standard Operating Procedures (SOP); Ensure the programme compliance with donor (FCDO) requirements and Options’ policies and quality assurance standards, including implementation of Options’ policies and guidelines on anti-fraud, bribery and corruption, and ensuring due diligence is performed on all recipients of the programme’s funds, with a particular focus on grantee organisations. This is a fixed-term position up to 30 September 2026. Excellent financial management skills. Experience of working in international development ·Experience of managing large and complex donor-funded budgets. Experience of creating external financial reports for stakeholders and able to produce meaningful narrative reports. Experience in communicating complex financial information to non-finance colleagues. Experience of contracts and contracting. Experience of close working relationships with partners and consortia. Experience in strategic planning. Ability to work on a wide range of projects and other issues simultaneously. Self-starter, can work independently or as part of a team. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to plan and manage work in a logical manor. Excellent communicator both in writing and verbally. Benefits Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days annual leave, birthday day off, well-being day off, pension, 13th-month pay and generous medical cover. Application Process Closing date for applications is: 29 December 2024 . Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. Please note that this role will be subject to full pre-employment background checks including criminal record check, identification check, employment references and right to work verification (where appropriate). Other Information Options is dedicated to equal opportunity for all and recognises that every individual is unique. Whilst we always seek to embrace individual differences and celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we also want to ensure that every team member is suited to their role and that they are given the best opportunity to succeed . Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment. We seek people who are pro-choice, promote diversity and inclusion, are energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision. Applicants must have the right to work in Kenya (Kenya nationals are encouraged to apply).