Director of Finance & Administration
Would you like to work for a global organization with a clear and meaningful purpose? Are you a strong and decisive financial manager with a knack for coaching and open leadership? If so, you might be the right person to fill our opening at KNCV.
About KNCV
TheKNCV Tuberculosis Fund was founded in 1903 in The Hague. We have made a major contribution to the elimination of tuberculosis (TB) in the Netherlands. Fortunately, the disease is now almost non-existent here in the Netherlands. Worldwide, however, more than 4,000 people still die from TB every day. This is unnecessary, because tuberculosis can be cured. Over the past 118 years, KNCV has become a major force in the field of effective TB prevention and care, making significant contributions to global TB policy development and the implementation of TB programs worldwide. In line with its mission and vision, KNCV supports patient-centered approaches to the elimination of TB and related health problems, with a clear focus on innovation. KNCV and its work remain of fundamental importance, as we sadly still see that an average of 1.5 million people die from TB each year, making it the second leading cause of death from infectious diseases after COVID-19. KNCV is committed to the fight against TB worldwide and will not stop until our mission is accomplished: a world free of TB!
To help us achieve this goal, KNCV is looking for a new
Director of Finance & Administration (F&A) / Deputy Director
About the position
We are looking for a Director of Finance & Administration and a Deputy Director who will serve as an inspiring and unifying leader to help build and shape the KNCV on its (global) journey and support teams worldwide in fulfilling the KNCV’s mission. We are looking for a Director of Finance & Administration who is financially strong and able to quickly gain insight into the world of international donors and funds, as well as the various forms of legislation and financial governance involved in working at a global NGO. We are looking for a Director who is values-driven and able to lead in a culturally sensitive manner, engaging with relevant people and teams—both internally and externally, in the Netherlands and internationally—in an open and interested way. The Director of Finance & Administration also serves as Deputy Director and represents the KNCV in the event of the Executive Director’s multi-day absence, with delegated authority to do so.
The Director of Finance and Administration leads the Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, and Administrative teams and is responsible for the overall financial management and economic policy of KNCV, including all projects and contracts in the portfolio. He or she is responsible for aligning the organization’s human capital and IT strategies with the Executive Board and for ensuring the smooth operation of the secretariat.
As for governance, the Director of Finance and Administration reports to the Executive Director and is in charge of the Finance and Administration division. He or she is a member of the Management Team, serves as a sounding board for the Executive Board, and works closely with the Director of Operations, the Director of Tuberculosis Elimination and Health System Innovation, and the Head of Fundraising.
A detailed job description for the positions of Director of Finance & Administration and Deputy Director is available upon request.
The skills and qualifications we are looking for in candidates are:
- Excellent planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills, as well as business acumen
- Results-oriented, self-motivated, with the ability to make decisive and resolute decisions
- Strives for continuous improvement of finance and administrative processes
- A clear sense of cultural sensitivity
- Strong interpersonal skills and values-driven leadership
- Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration
- Proven track record in (international) financial administration, AO/IC, and planning & control
- Proven track record in administrative procedures and relevant legislation
- Proven track record and experience with an organization’s business processes, administrative processes, and information flows
- Proven track record in managing a team
- Advanced knowledge of relevant (financial) software applications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Dutch
- An understanding of developments in international financial relations and work processes within nonprofit organizations is considered a plus.
What do we offer?
We offer a stimulating and dynamic role within a dedicated and passionate organization. This position will allow you to further develop and showcase your expertise at a unique Netherlands-based organization with a global reach. You will work with a committed executive board that provides opportunities for personal growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
This is a full-time position offering attractive employment terms and a competitive salary in line with similar organizations in this field. The employment contract is initially for 12 months, with the possibility of a permanent contract. The position will be well compensated according to salary scale 12 (monthly gross salary multiplied by 14.04, including vacation pay and a 13th-month bonus), with the salary determined based on knowledge and experience.
Interested?
KNCV is being assisted in this process by the executive search firm Colourful People. For more information about KNCV, the position, or the process, please contact Naima Azough, senior partner at Colourful People, by email at n.azough@colourfulpeople.nl or by phone at +31 (0)6 4344 9717.
You can apply for this position by uploading your cover letter and resume via the "Apply" button on the Colourful People website. The application deadline is Wednesday, October 26, 2022. An assessment will be part of the hiring process.
