The Greater Mekong region is one of the biologically richest places on the planet; its varied natural resources support the livelihoods and well-being of millions of people in mainland Southeast Asia.
WWF-Greater Mekong (GM) – on the ground in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam – is working to conserve the region’s biodiversity and build a secure and sustainable future for people and wildlife.
WWF is seeking an experienced Finance Director who will ensure the development and implementation of finance, accounting and administration (F&A) systems, policies and procedures for WWF-GM..
He/She ensures adherence to WWF Network Standards for F&A best practices, and compliance with all local laws and other statutory requirements in the countries of operation. As a member of the Regional Management Team (RMT), he/she shares responsibility for the overall performance of the Regional Programme Office. He/She will build and implement an F&A strategy for the WWF-Greater Mekong in line with that of WWF International.
Base location: Hanoi, Vietnam
Key requirements:
- Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance and/ or Master's degree in Finance, Business Management or Business Administration (ACCA, CPA, CA qualification or equivalent is preferred).
- 7 years of experience in similar capacity with regional responsibilties, of which 3 years are within the Greater Mekong Region or South East Asia region
- Experience in developing, managing and monitoring finance, accounting, and administration systems, policies and procedures, preferably in the context of an international organisation
- Thorough understanding of international finance, tax and local statutory requirements in the region
- Good knowledge of grant accounting or project finance including reporting requirements of major Bi-lateral Aid Agencies
- Experience of working in multi-cultural environment
How to apply
Detailed Job Description [1] for this position can be found at WWF’s website: www.panda.org/jobs [2] and www.panda.org/greatermekong [3] under Jobs.
Interested candidates should email a cover letter, curriculum vitae and available degrees and qualifications in English to [email protected] by 04 November 2013.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.