Director, Finance and Corporate Services at The Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance:

• Develop and drive the Fund's financial strategy, budgets, and work plans aligned with organizational goals
• Oversee financial management and reporting in line with statutory requirements (IFRS/IPSAS)
• Manage cash flow planning, treasury activities, and optimal funds deployment
• Authorize expenditures and transactions within approved financial authority limits
• Engage high-level internal and external stakeholders (MDAs, board members, donors)

Information Technology:

• Develop and implement IT plans to meet immediate and long-term organizational needs
• Oversee development of CRM and Programme Application Portal to harmonize all Fund programmes
• Evaluate and upgrade IT infrastructure to support future growth and process improvement
• Lead development of an efficient ERP solution that reduces manual processes
• Ensure cost-effective, sustainable ICT capability with rapid integration capabilities

Procurement:

• Design, develop, and implement procurement policies aligned with public procurement guidelines
• Lead negotiations, contract agreements, and supplier/contractor management
• Coordinate procurement processes and drive continuous improvement
• Oversee documentation and compliance management

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• First Degree or Higher National Diploma (minimum Lower Credit) from a recognized institution
• Master's Degree is an advantage
• Professional accounting qualification required: CFA, ICAN, ACCA, ACA, or CIMA
• Minimum 12 years' cognate experience in finance/related function
• Proven experience in social-impact or not-for-profit organizations preferred
• Proficiency with IFRS or IPSAS standards
• NYSC discharge certificate is mandatory

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Financial Management Expertise
• Broad knowledge of accounting principles and best practices
• Programme/Project Management Skills
• Strategic Leadership & Decision-Making
• Stakeholder & Relationship Management
• Business Acumen & Strategic Planning
• Advanced Communication & Business Writing Skills
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Excellence
• Organization, Planning & Execution