Job Vacancies at Development Exchange Centre (DEC)

Job 04. Human Resources Manager Reference Code HRM/202317/01/2

DEC seeks to employ a qualified and experienced person for the position of Human Resources (HR) Manager who will be responsible for the day-to-day HR operations and implementation of DEC stipulated policies and procedures within the organization.

The job holder will also provide Organisational Development support to DEC/Partners with the facilitation of recruitment, remuneration, and staff development issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present briefs on staff matters to the ED/Management for management decision-making.
• Produce and share periodic/quarterly reports on human resources matters with ED, the Management team, the Board, and partners.
• Support and advice on policy reviews as required.
• Conduct the induction of newly recruited staff, process staff ID card, issue, policy documents, and pre-employment medical clearance, and support newly recruited staff in processing entitlements e.g., relocation allowance.
• Process all other insurance policies, including renewals (e.g., Life Insurance for DEC staff
• Ensure that employee performance evaluations are completed as scheduled and that the mechanism/process to reward and motivate performance excellence is followed
• Ensure DEC Nigeria personnel policies are in consonance with Nigerian labour law as applicable; this includes payment of appropriate taxes, benefits etc.

• Ensure that the payment of approved salaries and benefits adheres to DEC salary scales and protocols
• Propose and recommend staff development plans for professional, technical, and support staff.
• Provide support in documenting the Annual Staff Development plans and follow up with staff for post-training reports
• Provide support to the recruitment processes e.g., invitations, logistic support to candidates, organizing venues for written and oral interviews, etc.
• Facilitate the provision of working tools for newly recruited staff e.g., workspace, computer, manuals, etc.
• Conduct periodic field visits and staff surveys.
• Organized periodic refresher training on policy and procedures.
• Coordinate staff exit, and retirements.
• Ensure an effective and efficient HR system
• Ensure that all staff has up-to-date relevant job descriptions.
• Process monthly payroll in conjunction with finance staff and ensure payroll is delivered in a timely manner.
• Ensure adequate participation of the HR Department in interviews for new staff.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned by the management

Other responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring adequate orientation of all new staff
• Ensure all new staff receives copies of the DEC Staff Policy Handbook and oversees the clearance of terminated and exiting employees, as per DEC policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of all personnel issues including disciplinary procedures
• Maintain paper and electronic files of staff with strict confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• B.Sc./HND in Human Resources, Public Administration, social sciences-related field (essential).
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience as a Human Resource Manager (essential).
• At least 2 – 5 years prior experience working for a non-profit organization (NGO or INGO) is a plus
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, HR software, and other related software is a plus.
• Proficient in talent management

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Job 03. Finance Manager Reference Code FM/202317/01/3

DEC seeks to employ a qualified and experienced person for the position of Finance Manager who will be responsible for the financial health of the organization, producing financial reports, and developing strategies based on financial research to guide Management in making sound financial decisions in the short and long term. The Finance Manager will also perform a variety of advanced financial analyses to determine the present and forecasted financial health of the organization.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform financial management duties including generating financial data, compiling, and submitting reports, analyzing industry trends, and assessing the financial health of the organization.
• Oversee the operations and development of the DEC’s finance department including creating and reviewing policies, budgeting, recruiting, training, and conducting regular assessments of financial procedures.
• Supervise the preparation of periodic account reconciliations, monitor, and enforce compliance with tax and financial reporting standards, and assist with cash flow forecasting.
• Advise the Executive Director, Management, staff, and the Board on sound decisions related to the DEC’s finances as well as wise and profitable investment options
• Supervise the documentation of the DEC’s financial status and forecasts.
• Mediate between the organization, employees, stakeholders, partners, external auditors, and investors on financial issues for an amicable resolution of differences.
• Create financial sustainability plans based on the analysis of DEC’s status and financial forecasts.
• Produce and share periodic/quarterly reports with the ED, Management team, the Board, and partners.
• Prepare reasonable budgets for proposals developed by the organization
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the ED, Management, and Board

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• B.Sc./HND in finance/accounting or related discipline (essential).
• Possession of ICAN or ANAN certification is essential
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience as Finance Manager in a microfinance is essential.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office and other financial accounting and planning software.

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Job 02. Head of Internal Control Reference Code HIC/202317/01/2

DEC seeks to employ a qualified and experienced person for the position of Head of Internal Control, Audit and Risk Management whose key responsibilities shall include (but shall not be limited to): 

• Promoting the basic objectives of providing reasonable assurance that ensures effective discharge of organization’s statutory responsibilities to stakeholders, statutory/non-statutory regulators or donors including adherence to organization’s stated mission and core values
• Institutionalizing preventive internal control and compliance culture of organization’s operating environment, accountability, transparency and adherence to established internal policies and procedures
• Safeguarding the organization’s physical and non-physical assets, integrity of financial transactions, records and information at all times
• Ensuring the development of risk protocols, criteria for monitoring and bench-marking of risks  and risk prioritization, effective risk mitigation architecture and enduring control mechanisms
• Developing audit work programmes that provide audit coverage of all organization’s operations and adhere to audit standards
• Prepare reasonable risk protocols and mitigation strategies for proposals developed by the organization
• Monitoring/assessing/reporting performance of DEC activities to make improvement or take preventive as well as corrective actions
• Establishing and maintaining professional ties with related professional groups.

The successful job holder will be responsible in controlling the affairs of the organization’s policies, procedures, risk and compliance related issues in the organization to foster as far as is practical, the orderliness, efficiency and profitable conduct of the organization’s business.  

Skills/Abilities/Personnel Qualities:

• Organizing, planning and prioritizing work – developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work/ tasks
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships – developing and maintaining constructive and cooperative working relationship with others, and maintaining them overtime
• Written and oral expression – communicating information and ideas in writing and speaking so others will easily understand.
• Active Listener – giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Active Learner – understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
• Judgment and Decision Making – considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most effective.
• Initiative Taker – willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges
• Time management – managing one’s own time and the time of others.
• Computer Skills - As a minimum requirement, must possess basic computer skills both in PowerPoint presentation, excel sheet and Microsoft word

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of B.Sc./HND in finance/accounting or related discipline (essential).
• Possession of ICAN or ANAN certification with 5 years post qualification experience in microfinance
• A minimum of 8 years post-qualification of work experience as an audit practitioner essential.
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting System (IFRS) essential requirements.
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to details with exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently but being an effective team-player.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and other financial accounting and planning software.

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Job 01. CEO Reference Code ED/202317/01/1

DEC is currently seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to oversee its social and microcredit  operations, functions, and activities within the organization. The candidate’s skills and confidence are needed to shoulder the responsibility of providing organization -wide strategic direction and implementing a progressive vision for the future.

 Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years hands on experience at managerial level with clear evidence that candidate has managed organization(s) with minimum of 200 employees
• Must have attended management level courses in the last five years
• Candidate’s track record of direct involvement in promoting women empowerment and or community economic initiatives for livelihoods is a must.
• Experience and exposure in handling donor funded social services programs/ interventions and has been directly involved in Microcredit operations
• Candidate has served on or related with Board teams of organizations especially non-governmental organization in the last five (5) years.
• First degree (higher degree added advantage) in Business or Public Administration, social work, or development related area

Required Skills and Competencies

• Trustworthy of women’s money
• Strong written, oral communication skills, and public speaking ability
• Solid, hands-on, budget management skills, strong organizational abilities ability to convey the vision of DEC’s strategic future to staff, Board, Partners and Donors
• Ability to interface and engage diverse partners and donor groups to collaborate with Board members and other partners to develop and implement strategies that will successfully promote the organization’s mission and increase penetration.
• Cultivate comprehensive business plans aimed to realize the goals and objectives set by the board of directors.
• Drive to collaborate well and assemble an effective team of management.
• Commitment to providing excellent guidance and coaching to subordinate managers.
• Capable of complying with all statutory requirements, internal policies and legal regulations in every area of the organization’s daily activities, including fostering development of short and long-term plans, policies, and guidelines in this area.
• Outstanding management skills to direct and oversee investments and fundraising efforts.
• Aptitude for forging and maintaining fruitful relationships of trust with stakeholders, partners, and external authorities.
• Poise and strength of character needed to be the public face representing the organization, remaining ever mindful of the need to maintain good PR standing
• Ability to review and provide constructive feedback on reports made by subordinate managers.
• Ability to work well under pressure, take proactive measures against possible challenges, and resolve issues quickly, managing crises rapidly and effectively when necessary.