Finance and Grant Specialist at Nuru Nigeria

Position Overview:

The Finance and Grant Specialist (FGS) will lead the finance team at Nuru Nigeria, ensuring all financial activities align with organisational goals and donor requirements. The FGS will be responsible for managing grants, ensuring compliance with grant agreements, overseeing budgeting processes, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in grant management and financial oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

• Oversee and manage the organisation’s financial operations.
• Develop and monitor budgets, ensuring alignment with organisational and project goals.
• Prepare and review financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organisational policies and donor requirements.
• Manage cash flow and forecasting.

Grant Management:

• Lead proposal budgeting process and support grant application process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Monitor grant expenditures to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints and donor requirements.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to donors as required by grant agreements.
• Maintain comprehensive grant records and documentation.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with all financial, legal, and donor regulations.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Provide regular updates to the Managing Director and the Strategic Leadership Team on financial status and grant compliance.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate training and capacity-building activities for staff to enhance financial management skills.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Strategic Planning:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the organisation’s strategic plan.
• Support in Identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities to support Nuru Nigeria’s mission.
• Collaborate with program teams to ensure financial sustainability and effectiveness of projects.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Represent Nuru Nigeria in financial and grant-related meetings and forums.
• Communicate financial and grant-related information clearly and effectively to stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other related field. A Master's Degree is preferred.
• Professional certification (ICAN, ANAN,  ACCA or equivalent) is a mandatory requirement.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial management and grant administration, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Five years of experience in a managerial role
• Experience managing USAID, GIZ, EU, BMZ, and other institutional donors and foundations is required.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of financial management principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Attributes:

• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.