Director of Finance and Administration

1 day ago

Washington DC USA, United States International Food Policy Research Inst. Full time
Job Summary

The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Finance and Administration to lead the institute's financial and administrative services. This is a key leadership role that requires a strong understanding of finance, administration, and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide financial guidance and advice to the IFPRI's Board and senior management to ensure optimal and sustainable management of the institute's resources.
  • Develop and implement effective financial and risk management strategies, internal and external audits, compliance policies, and corporate financial planning and reporting.
  • Oversee the preparation and timely distribution of the Institute's annual budget, long-term forecasts, and regular financial and management reports.
  • Directly supervise senior corporate services managers and lead, manage, and support all managers in carrying out their duties.
  • Monitor budget and expense trends, recommend and implement corrective actions as required.
  • Review financial policies, procedures, and practices, and recommend improvements to financial processes and controls.
  • Develop and implement systems to ensure the smooth operations of central administration.
  • Work closely with the CGIAR Corporate Service Heads and at the One CGIAR System Office.
  • Oversee all space and lease functions.
  • Primarily responsible for IFPRI's risk management system, including oversight of IFPRI's operations in Africa and Asia.
  • Ensure that Finance and Corporate Service units in all IFPRI locations are appropriately staffed, well-led, and managed for performance.
Requirements
  • CPA/MBA or equivalent; minimum of fifteen years of relevant experience at the senior management level.
  • Demonstrated leadership, management, and supervisory skills, including the ability to recommend or make decisions in a complex, changing environment.
  • Excellent planning and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail.
  • Broad knowledge of finance and corporate service functions.
  • Senior-level experience in contract administration.
  • Managerial experience in a non-profit, research, and/or international organization.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in multi-cultural settings and build productive relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally, particularly to developing countries (15-20%).
  • Essential personal qualities: integrity, responsiveness, and decisiveness.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of or experience with the CGIAR.
  • Understanding of US GAAP and IFRS.
  • Experience in donor relations.
  • Proficiency in a second language of the U.N. system.
Benefits

IFPRI is committed to providing our staff members with valuable and competitive benefits. This position is eligible for health insurance coverage and a summary of our benefits can be found on our website.

The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) is an equal employment opportunity employer - F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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