Finance and Grants Manager

Musekese Conservation is a Zambian-run NGO dedicated to securing core areas of the Greater Kafue Ecosystem through resource protection, research and monitoring, and community outreach.

Musekese Conservation is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven individual to join its team as a Finance and Grants Manager. This role is essential in ensuring sound financial management, grant compliance, and transparent reporting across all our projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to)

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Develop and manage grant budgets, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal use and to meet donor requirements.
• Ensure compliance with legal, tax, and organisational financial policies.
• Lead on audits and coordinate with external auditors.
• Monitor grant expenditures and ensure proper documentation for all financial transactions.
• Build the capacity of project staff in financial management and grant compliance.
• Develop high-quality proposals and plans that align with Musekese Conservation’s strategy and donor requirements.
• Collaborate with management to monitor funding needs, identify opportunities, and address gaps.

REQUIREMENTS

To be successful in the role of Finance and Grants Manager you should possess:

• At least two (2) years of practical experience working in the NGO sector.
• Proven Leadership skills and experience.
• Exceptional communication and time-management skills.
• Excellent spoken and written English, working knowledge of languages local to the programme areas is desirable.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree required with master’s degree or equivalent work experience desirable.
• Excellent report writing skills and organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, Office, and Excel.

REMUNERATION AND TERMS

Negotiable based on experience and to be discussed with the successful candidate.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in this challenging and rewarding opportunity as a Finance and Grant Manager, please submit your CV and cover letter to info@musekeseconservation.com by 21^st March 2025

Ensure the email subject title is as follows: [Your full name] Application for Finance and Grants Manager. Please also include your earliest possible start date.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.

We appreciate your interest in joining the Musekese Conservation team and contributing to our conservation efforts across the Greater Kafue Ecosystem.