Head of Finance and Operations

Join Oxfam Aotearoa's Leadership Team as the Head of Finance and Operations!

Head of Finance and Operations

Auckland CBD

$116,272

Fixed Term, full time 40 hours

At Oxfam Aotearoa, we're on a mission to create a just, inclusive, and sustainable world for everyone. We are transforming traditional approaches, actively challenging climate, gender, and economic injustices. We believe in collective action to change systems and empower communities trapped in poverty. Our work spans advocacy, mobilisation, in-country programs, and humanitarian response. We're not just a charity; we're catalysts for change, seeking to build a better world for current and future generations.

We're in search of a dynamic and experienced leader to join our team as the Head of Finance and Operations. This senior role is pivotal in steering Oxfam Aotearoa toward its vision of a just and sustainable future. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Head of Finance and Operations will play a crucial role in shaping and implementing our strategic plans. If you're a strategic thinker, a seasoned financial expert, and a proactive leader with a passion for social justice, we want to hear from you!

As the Head of Finance and Operations, you will be at the forefront of driving change and ensuring the efficiency of our organisational functions. Your responsibilities include:

• Contribute actively to the Leadership Team, embodying Oxfam's values and leadership behaviors.
• Provide senior leadership, support, and an enabling environment for the organisation.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of processes and systems for effective organisational support functions.
• Manage relationships with external service providers and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Provide effective leadership of the organisation's finance functions.
• Ensure sound financial planning, controls, and reporting, aligning with Oxfam's values and international standards.
• Direct and oversee strategic usage needs for IT and information management systems.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and legal requirements.
• Lead compliance management and reporting to relevant external bodies.
• Support People and Culture resources for best practices in human resource management.
• Oversee role grading and reporting of key People and Culture indicators.
• Lead and provide direction and support to the Finance and Operations Team.
• Adhere to and monitor the application of human resource policies and procedures.
• Support the Executive Director in ensuring the Board's compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Actively participate in Oxfam Aotearoa's transformation journey.

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• A qualified Chartered Accountant or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years' experience in senior management accounting or financial roles.
• Proven experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams and contractors.
• Strong strategic analysis, project management, and planning skills.
• Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and best practices.

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary in the not-for-profit sector
• 5 weeks holiday
• Annual Flu vaccines
• Sick leave right from the get-go
• EAP service and well-being apps
• A learning and development environment with a supportive culture
• Central Auckland office location with easy access to public transport
• Access to our international communities, learning platforms and academies
• Work with an international NGO that has a national and global reach with values of Māia, Manaaki and Tika that are lived every day, and be part of a dedicated, skilled and hard-working team making a positive difference in our world.

Apply now:

This job is packed full of purpose and meaning. Our Oxwhānau (Oxfam family) value our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and Te Ao Māori. Our kaupapa (ways of working) celebrates diversity and welcomes those who know what it means to challenge injustice.  Those from the Pacific Diaspora based in Aotearoa New Zealand are particularly encouraged as we work across the Pacific. The role is based at our main office in central Tāmaki Makarau Auckland. The post attracts a starting salary of $116,272 per annum (or more dependent on experience).

Application closing date 19th January 2024. Please apply with a cover letter stating why you want to work for Oxfam and what skills you can bring to the role, along with your CV.

See full job description here: Head of Finance and Operations

Note: Only candidates currently living in NZ with the right to work in New Zealand need apply. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and will be subject to additional screening checks, which will include request of criminal record.

We are committed to preventing and challenging any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, bullying, racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, lack of integrity and financial misconduct. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through honouring our Code of Conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that we recruit only those who share and demonstrate our values.

Oxfam Aotearoa values inclusion and welcomes diversity in the workplace.

In our workplace, we are committed to creating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to celebrate and value the unique perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences of all our team members, and we actively work to foster a safe and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Keywords

Finance and OperationsLeadershipFinancial ExpertSocial JusticeStrategic ThinkerChartered AccountantSenior Management AccountingProject Management