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Major Deliverables Phase 1 -- Analysis, Report, and Planning. 20 days over a maximum of six weeks During this phase, the Financial Systems Optimisation Consultant will: Use appropriate qualitative and quantitative data collection methods and extensive knowledge of INGO Financial Management to analyze the Finance Function and the effectiveness of its support for the programme implementation function. Engage with leadership and with team members of the Finance, Programmes, and Awards Management departments. The scope of this engagement includes: Finance Department Determine the department’s strengths and priority areas of improvement, including whether the department has the right structure, roles, and capability to support RI Operations, donors’ reporting needs, management decision making, Foreign Exchange risk management, treasury management, cash flow forecasting, and audit readiness. Assess the Financial system (NetSuite) strengths, limitations, challenges, and level of implementation. Review the department’s capabilities/limitations concerning the production of timely, accurate, and useful Budget Variance Analysis and ensuring appropriate monitoring and reporting of variances. Programme Management Interface Assess the effectiveness of the interface between Finance and Programme Management functions to guide proposal writing, budgeting, and award management. Review of Award Management Operating Model, including clarification of delegated authority, reporting lines, and accountability between country, regional and global personnel to ensure effective project expenditure control. Produce an Executive Summary highlighting strengths and outlining any gaps or deficiencies within and between these two functions. Informed by the above analysis and brief report-out, engage with Trustees and CEO to agree on prioritization of needed improvements and development of a plan for the implementation of remedial actions including clear accountability, a time-frame, and allocation of resources. Phase 2 - Implementation - Time and Duration TBD, but not to exceed five months. Work collaboratively with the CEO and Senior Management Team to guide the Finance Function and relevant stakeholders in the implementation of the plan developed in Phase 1. Specific deliverables to include (but are not limited to): The capability to produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts and budget variance analysis, cash forecasting, treasury management, foreign exchange risk management, and audit readiness. Rationalized operating structure with appropriate interface and accountability between Financial and Programme Management functions. Closing interview with the Boards of Trustees and CEO.

Responsibilities

Essential Experience and Skills: Direct experience working with or in large INGOs or not-for-profit/charity field at leadership, executive, or advisory roles Extensive Financial Management, grant, and award management experience. Strong understanding of Programme Management is a significant plus. Established track record of change management to promote financial integrity and organisational efficiency. Knowledge of and experience in working with major governmental donors (ex., USAID/OFDA, ECHO, DFID, UN agencies, etc.) and demonstrated know-how of donor expectations and requirements are significant pluses. Ability to work effectively at both strategic and operational levels. Excellent, research, analytical, and communication skills

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