Head of Finance and Operations (f / m / d)

Overview

Head of Finance and Operations (f / m / d)

About Us

Light for the World is an international organization committed to building inclusive societies where people with disabilities have access to quality education, economic empowerment, and advocacy. Partnering with communities, governments, and other stakeholders, we drive sustainable change to empower individuals with disabilities to fully participate in all areas of life. We are a diverse, values-driven international team of over 300 staff operating in 6 countries in Africa and in 6 countries in Europe.

Place of work : Beira, Mozambique

Duration : Full time; indefinite period

Reports to : Country Director

Effective as of : as soon as possible

About The Role

The Head of Finance and Operations role is vital in enabling LFTW to achieve its mission by leading and continuously enhancing effective and streamlined financial and operational services. This role ensures cost-effective protection of LFTW assets and approval of and governance over LFTW activities at the appropriate level in the organization, in compliance with LFTW's policies, donor requirements and applicable local government regulations. The Head of Finance and Operations plays a critical role in producing high-quality financial information, deriving critical insights, driving decision-making and communicating and collaborating effectively with the senior management team, thereby enhancing the organization's overall efficiency and impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership by managing budgeting, reporting, and internal control systems to ensure accuracy, transparency, and alignment with organizational goals
• Ensure compliance and accountability with donor requirements, statutory obligations, and audit standards, safeguarding the organization’s assets and reputation
• Oversee financial systems and payroll, ensuring timely reporting, cost recovery, and strong fiscal management practices that support sustainable growth
• Lead procurement and logistics functions, ensuring efficiency, transparency, and adherence to LFTW’s procurement policies and procedures
• Manage office administration and IT coordination, ensuring smooth operational workflows and effective use of resources
• Oversee human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff development, fostering a positive and compliant work environment
• Ensure adherence to Mozambican labor laws and internal HR frameworks, maintaining fairness and compliance across all staff-related matters
• Inspire and develop the Finance & Operations team, promoting collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability

Qualifications and requirements

Our offer

EEO and accessibility

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion in our organization. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or gender identity, and we very much welcome applications from people with disabilities.

For any questions related to accessibility and inclusion at Light for the World, please contact us at

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