Senior Director managing the financial and operational processes for Save the Children’s international portfolio. Leading budget development, award management, and training for finance staff in a hybrid role.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and implementation of the annual fiscal budget process for your region, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Partner with senior leadership to develop and analyze financial projections and forecasts for the division, identifying and addressing financial risks.
Use financial data and historical spending to provide direction to portfolio managers in the preparation of financial projections, ensuring spending plans are aligned with organizational objectives and risk tolerance.
Coordinate with Program Design team to ensure cost models and equivalencies are up to date.
Conduct regular budget reviews to ensure proper and efficient use of resources and advise portfolio managers and budget holders on techniques for maximizing funds.
Proactively identify funding gaps and provide strategic guidance to fundraising teams to ensure funding aligns with our strategy.
Lead budget development for complex grant proposals by partnering with program and country office staff to translate program needs into sound financial plans.
Provide strategic guidance and support to direct reports on all aspects of the award management lifecycle with support from the Portfolio Management Advisor.
Conduct regular review of award portfolios, including oversight of life-of-award meetings, to identify and mitigate potential risks and coordinate with award staff to develop spend plans that align with scope of work and donor conditions.
Review and approve donor spending reports for direct reports to ensure data accuracy and compliance with donor and audit requirements.
Lead the development of financial training materials and conduct regular trainings for finance and program staff on financial policies, procedures, and award compliance.
Work with Managing Director to update financial policies and procedures and implement best practices across the team. Manage the completion of needs assessments to identify staff training requirements, evaluate the effectiveness of training programs, and make improvements as needed.
Provide strategic direction, coaching, and performance management for a team of advisors responsible for cost center and award management, ensuring adherence to divisional financial policies and procedures.
Delegate tasks effectively, ensuring timely completion and high-quality Provide coaching and mentorship to Portfolio Manager Advisor’s, fostering a positive and results-oriented team environment.
Work with Portfolio Management leadership to develop team goals and financial.
Requirements
Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, plus at least 7 years of relevant experience
Advanced knowledge and hands-on experience with Microsoft Excel and demonstrated ability to apply creative ideas for data compilations
Demonstrated ability to support multiple stakeholders by providing sound financial data and guidance
Retirement: A retirement savings plan with employer contributions (after one year)
Wellness: 15 safety and wellness days annually (if hired on or after July 1, safety and wellness days prorated to 8 days), mental health benefits and support through Calm and company-hosted events
Employee Assistance Program : free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services
Learning & Growth: Access to internal and external learning & development opportunities and mentorships
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