Graduate Analyst, Office of the CFO at One Acre Fund

Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Duration: Full-time job
Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description

• The Analyst will work directly with the CFO and Finance leadership primarily on ad hoc special projects and support with the administrative oversight for the 35+ central finance team based in Kigali. This is an excellent opportunity to gain an inside view on what it takes to manage a centralized global finance team for one of the fastest growing organizations with operations in 9+ countries.
• We are seeking an exceptionally organized professional with a keen eye to detail, excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple tasks at once without becoming overwhelmed. The successful applicant will be a strong self-starter who is able to take the initiative and problem-solve effectively. This humble person also possesses a positive attitude, a love of efficiency and passion for internal customer service.

Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Leadership Support:

• Undertake ad-hoc research work, collect and analyze data to prepare reports and documents e.g. how can we integrate mobile money platforms to our ERP to enhance the payment process
• Provide thought-partnership, project management, writing, and analytical support on projects on behalf of the leadership team e.g. or prepare a RFP for in country consultants to execute a restructuring strategy or support in moving candidates for our various open roles faster.
• Support to collate and prepare information for key meetings such as the Finance Committee
• Track the team OKRs/KPI dashboard and identify possible solutions in low performing areas
• Draft communication with existing service providers or responses to requests from external stakeholders (banks, regulators, donors etc.)

Administrative Support/ Coordination:

• Design and build the internal finance website for effective knowledge sharing purposes (recently the org transitioned from Sprout to Google sites)
• Prepare internal communications with staff regarding various people focused initiatives, plan office hours for the leadership and periodic newsletter
• Assist with event planning for annual leadership retreat. Coordinating participant logistics, communications and agenda creation
• Work with other teams to organize team field visits and champion org-wide initiatives that strive to maintain employees’ mission engagement

Qualifications
We are seeking a candidate with 1-2 years of full time work experience. Specific qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Undergraduate degree in finance or other related qualification. Excellent undergraduate academic performance or Master’s degree considered a plus
• Performance: demonstrated by impeccable organizational skills, attention to detail and creative problem solving
• Excellent written and oral communications: clear, concise and courteous with demonstrated ability to effectively adapt communication for the target audiences. Writing samples will be requested.
• Strong research and analysis: candidates should have experience and skills in conducting powerful secondary research.
• Flexibility/adaptability: someone who is able to juggle multiple projects and change priorities as new projects arise.
• Professional/technical skills: ability to hit the ground running with high levels of proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. A reasonable understanding of finance principles is an advantage.
• Values fit: we are looking for passionate professionals that combine strong leadership skills with good humor, patience, and a humble approach to service – someone that puts our farmers before themselves.'
• Language: English required.

Career Growth and Development

• We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance.
• We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals.
• You’ll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.
  

Compensation

• Commensurate with experience

Benefits:

• Health insurance, paid time off