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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

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Job Description

Partners In Health (PIH) – Rwanda, locallyknown as Inshuti Mu Buzima (IMB), is seeking an exceptional and mission-driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our leadership team. 

At PIH, we believe that who you are matters as much as what you know. As a humanitarian organization, we prioritize integrity, compassion, and a deep commitment to equity in healthcare. We are therefore looking for individuals who not only bring strong financial expertise but also demonstrate outstanding character and alignment with our mission.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will play a critical strategic role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring strong management of resources, and supporting the organization’s long-term sustainability and growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial leadership, particularly within international NGOs or similarly complex environments.

Job Industry

Finance, Accounting And Assurance Services

Job Salary Currency

RWF

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

 Team Leadership & Management (20%) 

  • Lead and manage senior team members across Accounting, Procurement, and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) 
  • Set clear priorities and performance expectations, ensuring accountability for results and quality 
  • Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development to strengthen team effectiveness 
  • Foster a high-performance culture grounded in continuous improvement, learning, and excellence 

B. Overall financial management (40%): 

  • Design, implement, and continuously strengthen integrated financial management systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls across all operations, including district offices 
  • Ensure strict adherence to financial processes, internal controls, and asset safeguarding practices 
  • Deliver financial training and capacity building for both finance and non-finance staff and partners 
  • Provide regular financial insights and updates to the senior leadership team to inform strategic decision-making 
  • Oversee organizational risk management, including cash flow monitoring and mitigation of foreign exchange risks 
  • Manage organizational liquidity, including execution of monthly wire transfers and cash flow oversight 
  • Collaborate with PIH headquarters and local IT teams to resolve issues related to financial and inventory systems 

C. Accounting & Audit (15%): 

  • Review and approve monthly payroll, ensuring appropriate segregation of duties 
  • Manage relationships with external auditors and oversee all audit processes 
  • Serve as the primary finance liaison for audits, coordinating internal requirements and reviewing audit findings and recommendations and preparing management responses. 
  • Oversee audits of fund transfers to supported district hospitals and health centers 
  • Ensure timely and accurate completion of monthly close processes and reporting to the PIH US Finance team 
  • Partner with US Coordination Finance on year-end closing and adjustments 

D. Budgeting & Grant Financial Management (5%): 

  • Oversee organizational budgeting to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with strategic priorities 
  • Ensure all expenditures comply with donor requirements and are managed effectively throughout the grant lifecycle 
  • Support the FP&A Director in establishing realistic timelines and deliverables for annual and mid-year budgeting processes 

E. Procurement (20%): 

  • Ensure IMB procurement policies and procedures manual are being followed 
  • Regularly review the PIH/IMB procurement policies and procedures manual and recommend amendments to meet changing organizational needs and supply chain landscape 
  • Review and approve tender analysis reports and price negotiation reports 
  • Review and provide advice to the Executive Director on contract terms in procurement contracts 
  • Provide regular updates to senior leadership on tender processes, contracts awarded, and supplier performance. 
  • Oversee the procurement planning process and ensure that specifications and terms of reference are clearly developed 
  • Monitor procurement implementation to ensure that all procurements take place within the fiscal year and minimize spill over into the next fiscal year budget 

Professional Qualifications

Industry Qualification
Finance, Accounting And Assurance Services Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field. A Master’s degree (preferably MBA or MSc in Finance/Accounting) is required. Professional certification as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) is mandatory. Deep understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is preferred. Minimum of 10–15 years of progressive experience in financial management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., Director of Finance or CFO), ideally within the nonprofit, global health, or international development sector Prior supervisory experience required. Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-source funding portfolios, including restricted grants from institutional donors Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior leadership and non-finance stakeholders Proven budgeting, project management and financial reporting experience Proven audit experience Proven skills in managing change, achieving results, ensuring quality, and building teams and capacity Excellent skills with analytical tools including Microsoft Excel Proficiency with accounting software such as Microsoft Navision or Serenic Navigator, Sage or Pastel Registered member of ICPAR (or recognized equivalent) is mandatory.

Application Process

Close Date

22/06/2026

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