PROGRAMME MANAGER-FINANCE MANAGEMENT

Position Overview: We are seeking a Financial Management Consultant to ensure effective financial oversight and compliance for the DWDAP project. This role involves adherence to financial policies, internal controls, and timely reporting to both state authorities and the World Bank.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Adherence: Ensure compliance with financial and accounting policies and procedures for the project.
• Internal Controls: Implement and monitor a robust system of internal controls for project activities, procurement, and payments.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial management reports to state authorities and the World Bank, coordinating effectively with auditors for timely audits.
• Budget Management: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project budgets, cost tables, and annual work plans; monitor fund allocation and utilization.
• FM Monitoring: Oversee the financial management systems in district, sub-division, and block offices involved in project execution.
• Expenditure Tracking: Support the project in obtaining and monitoring expenditure statements from various departments.
• Audit Facilitation: Prepare annual financial statements and facilitate the audit process, ensuring compliance with audit findings.
• Correspondence: Draft letters and correspondence related to financial management issues as needed.
• Disbursement Coordination: Liaise with the CAAA office and the World Bank for disbursement processes and claim reconciliation.
• Additional Tasks: Undertake other relevant tasks as assigned by the Project Director or designated officials.

Qualifications:

• Strong background in financial management, accounting, or related fields.
• Experience with project financial reporting and compliance, particularly in collaboration with government and international organizations.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.