Director of Finance Needed in Chile

Skills Provision is searching for a Director of Finance for a prestigious organisation in Chile.

The employing business has multiple Centre’s focused on improving the lives and wellbeing of children throughout the country.

Sector: Health

Location: Calama, Chile

Position: Permanent

Salary & Benefits

• 1,980,000 CLP pm
• Comprehensive benefits package

The Role

• Work closely with the CEO and other staff members to develop the strategic direction for the organisation.
• Oversee day-to-day administrative operations and activities.
• Manage finances and budgets.
• Financially manage the building and development of projects.
• Manage and create all financial and administrative functions.
• Work closely with the Director of Programs to create efficient, effective services including mental health, case management, family support and educational advocacy.
• Work with the Development Director on financial information required for grant applications and compliance.
• Develop, negotiate, and manage all 3^rd party contracts.
• Provide analysis to verify compliance with national requirements.
• Manage external partnerships.
• Take on other administrative and operational tasks as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required, MBA, Master’s in Public Administration, or other related advanced degree.
• 10 years of leadership experience with at least two in a Manager/Director of Finance role with strong management and operational skills.
• Excellent financial skills including experience creating program budgets, analysing financial reports, managing cash flow, and creating financial systems.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills required, a willingness to take risks and an ability to address complex issues creatively and effectively.
• Ability to create, implement and manage effective, simple systems.
• Ability managing several different vendors, consultants, and staff at once; ability to work closely and collaboratively with the CEO and other Director-level staff.
• Self-motivated, excellent communication skills (oral, written, and presentation), skilled negotiator.
• Experience managing construction and renovation projects.
• Collaborative, creative, and innovative management style.
• Capacity to focus on the big picture as well as day-to-day operational details, including handling several competing tasks at the same time.
• Passion for working with and for children.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humour, and flexibility.

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