Youth Impact is an evidence-based international NGO working in education and health for young people around the world. We partner hand-in-hand with governments to scale high-impact programs through public systems — rigorously testing and refining them to maximize impact and reduce cost. Today, we have close government partnerships and on-the-ground teams in Botswana, South Africa, Namibia, India, and the Philippines, alongside partnerships in many other countries and team members working across the globe. Our diverse global team spans disciplines, backgrounds, and time zones, but we are united by shared values and a commitment to learning. We are now entering an ambitious new phase of global growth, scaling rapidly across new geographies while maintaining the quality and rigor that define our work. We’re looking for people excited to join our mission of ensuring all young people thrive.
Finance and Operations Associate
Location and contract
Location: India (remote)
Contract type: 2–3-year fixed contract.
Reports to: Country Lead and Senior Manager - Finance & Operations.
Application deadline: Rolling until filled
About the role
As the Finance & Operations Associate of a growing & dynamic International Non-Governmental Organisation (INGO) you will assist with all of the facets of the Finance & Administrative function, supporting the overall success of Country Operations. This includes, but not limited to routine financial management, risk management, ensuring compliance to internal policies and procedures, grants administration, and financial reporting.
Key responsibilities
Ensures principles of cost effectiveness are upheld cross functionally. Assists in building out cost effectiveness analysis and other indicators.
Participates in grant management, ensuring compliance with grant agreements and requirements, including tracking expenditure and preparation of financial reports.
Provides operational recommendations aligned with organizational objectives and strong financial management.
Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with local legislation and donor agreements.
Assists with financial reporting as required on an adhoc basis including responding to donor reporting requests and other external reports.
Developing organizational fiscal and program budgets. Assist in budget monitoring, quarterly forecasting updates and variance analysis.
Routine management of the operational and logistics functions, oversee outsourced service providers, engaging various stakeholders as necessary, driving discussions to desired outcomes.
Lead and coordinate office and program purchasing and procurement, ensuring compliance with internal procurement procedures and any donor regulations.
Ensure roll out of all risk management and mitigation procedures as set out in organisational policy. Manage the Comprehensive Business Insurance portfolio, ensuring annual renewals are in place and cover is always bound. Lead claim submission processes for insured resources and follow through to ensure successful processing.
Working directly with the Finance Manager, Senior Management, People & talent on special projects
Required experience and qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or Finance, or similar qualifications required).
Progress towards completing ICAI/ACCA/CIMA or related courses is considered an asset.
Relevant work experience of three years or greater is required. Previous experience managing large grants from International Development Bodies will be an asset.
Previous experience managing administrative functions, Logistics, Procurement and Risk management considered an asset
Proficiency in Pastel or similar accounting packages required.
Who will thrive in this role
Attitude: Dedicated and hard-working with excellent ownership and accountability.
Energy & motivation: Enthusiastic, youthful, energetic, innovative; goal-oriented self-starter. Willingness to go the extra mile.
Analytical skills: Analytical & problem-solving abilities are required.
Organizational skills, ability to prioritize projects & manage time & resources effectively. Ability to exercise logic & good judgement.
Technical skills: Excellent MS Excel skills, good understanding of accounting, reporting standards & Microsoft Office required.
Class B Driver’s License considered an asset
Benefits
Benefits include generous annual leave, sick leave, (including global health insurance provisions), various stipends, professional development opportunities, the ability to work remotely, access to our amazing global networks and much more.