Africa Financial Director

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Position Title: Africa Financial Director
Location: Lagos
Country: Nigeria
Deadline Date: ASAP

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
Ashoka is a global leader in social entrepreneurship, established to cultivate a world where everyone is a changemaker. With a mission to empower individuals with the agency and skills to effect positive change in their communities, Ashoka operates in over 90 countries and has a vast network of 4,000 social entrepreneurs, youth initiatives, changemaker schools, and innovation hubs. The organization is dedicated to fostering positive transformation and has a significant presence in Africa, where it aims to scale its initiatives and support changemakers across the continent.

Job Overview:
The Africa Financial Director will play a crucial role in shaping the financial strategy of Ashoka Africa, ensuring that financial operations align with the organization's mission of empowering changemakers. This position requires a dynamic leader who can oversee financial management, growth planning, and strategy alignment. The director will be responsible for leading the finance vision for Ashoka Africa, serving as a strategic advisor to senior management, and ensuring robust financial controls and transparency. The role is pivotal in supporting the growth of Ashoka's initiatives across the African continent and requires a strong commitment to the organization's mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of the finance vision for Ashoka Africa, ensuring alignment with the strategic plan to scale the Everyone A Changemaker movement.
• Serve as a strategic financial advisor to the Africa Diamond Leader and senior management, guiding financial planning, budgeting, cash flow management, and policy development.
• Oversee the development of annual and multi-year budgets in collaboration with Africa’s team leaders, ensuring approval by regional leadership and Ashoka's global board.
• Champion growth strategies by ensuring strong financial controls, risk management, and transparency across the organization.
• Collaborate with Ashoka’s global finance teams and external partners to support regional and organizational goals, building relationships with key financial and programmatic stakeholders.
• Monitor financial performance and provide insights to enhance decision-making and strategic planning.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or an MBA (CPA preferred).
• Significant experience in financial management within decentralized, mission-driven organizations.
• Proven track record in scaling operations and working with social sector organizations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial concepts for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial drive and ability to innovate within dynamic, growth-oriented environments.
• Strong ethical standards, including trustworthiness, self-reflection, empathy, and integrity.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or an MBA, with a CPA designation preferred. This educational background is essential for understanding complex financial systems and ensuring effective financial management within the organization.

Experience:
The position requires significant experience in financial management, particularly within decentralized and mission-driven organizations. Candidates should have a background in scaling operations and working with social sector organizations, demonstrating a strong understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in this field.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication within the organization and with external stakeholders. Additional languages relevant to the African context may be considered advantageous.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time, permanent position based in the Lagos Hub. The start date is as soon as possible, and the role reports directly to the Africa Diamond Leader. Ashoka is committed to hiring individuals who not only possess the necessary skills but also align with the organization's mission and values, emphasizing the importance of personal qualities such as entrepreneurial spirit, changemaker mindset, emotional intelligence, and a strong ethical foundation.