Grant Finance Manager

Company Profile

Three Stones was established in Rwanda to support and build the capacity of local organizations. Operational since 2012, Three Stones has conducted over 100 assessments, evaluations, and social research assignments, and more than 40 strategic and action plans for local and international organizations.

Our Mission

Three Stones leverages our cumulative contextual knowledge and nurtured relationships to deliver comprehensive empirical studies, high-quality data evaluations and targeted technical assistance across the development sector.

We build productive relationships between sectors to make a positive, sustainable, and lasting impact. The time and attention invested to ensure we understand context, foster collaboration, and incorporate innovation with local solutions and provide the highest quality of development expertise makes us agile and unique.

Three Stones has three core, overlapping domains:

Business Transformation & Capacity Building

Provide and support local and governmental system strengthening to achieve intended results. Ensure that programs are successfully implemented and continue through an ongoing process of strategic and business planning, cost-effectiveness and impact analysis, policy advocacy, staff training, team building and leadership development.

Smart Development

Provide short or long-term integrated social sector implementation and technical assistance. Areas of expertise include: agriculture; social and behavior change (SBC); climate change; early childhood development; education; finance; gender; governance; youth and livelihoods; migration; technology; and Health: Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights, HIV/AIDS, Maternal and Child Health, WASH, and nutrition.

Evaluation, Assessment & Research

Provide a full life cycle from methodology and tool development to management of data collection and analysis. Expertise in: baseline, midterm, end-line evaluations; end-user monitoring; impact assessment; and social research.

Job description:

Three Stones International Rwanda is seeking a Grant Finance Manager with minimum 8 years of experience in finance and procurement to join our growing team.

Three Stones International Rwanda is seeking a Grant Finance Manager to oversee the financial management of the Inclusive Nutrition and Early Childhood Development (INECD) Program, a USAID-funded project. This role will focus on ensuring effective financial management and compliance for this specific long-term grant.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Financial Management

• Oversee accurate and timely monthly liquidation of funds for the INECD Program
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date grant budget monitoring for the INECD Program
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date cash forecast monitoring for the INECD Program
• Prepare and submit timely financial reports as required by USAID, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and project leadership
• Collaborate with program staff to develop and monitor project budgets
• Ensure all grant-related transactions comply with USAID/CRS regulations and Three Stones International policies

Compliance and Documentation

• Maintain detailed financial records and documentation for the INECD Program
• Ensure adherence to USAID/CRS financial regulations and reporting requirements
• Assist in preparing for and facilitating external audits related to the INECD Program

Financial Analysis and Reporting

• Analyze financial data to provide insights on grant performance and utilization
• Prepare regular financial status reports for project management and donors
• Identify and report on any financial risks or issues related to the INECD Program

Procurement Support

• Ensure procurement policies and procedures are followed for grant-related purchases
• Support the Procurement & Logistics Coordinator in completing procurement requirements for the INECD Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in grant financial management, preferably with USAID-funded projects
• Strong knowledge of USAID financial regulations and reporting requirements
• Proficiency in financial management software and advanced Excel skills
• Experience with budget development, financial forecasting, and reporting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Kinyarwanda and/or French is an advantage

Qualifications:

• Must have at least Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent
• Must have at least 8 years of proven work experience in reputed companies or non-government organizations. Having experience both in NGOs and companies would be an added asset.
• Proven experience with Excel is a must (Pivot tables, advanced formulas)
• Proven experience managing cashflows, preparing budgets and creating forecasts
• Knowledge of auditing policies
• Knowledge of donor agencies
• Strong writing skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English, other languages being an asset (French & Kinyarwanda)
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines

How to apply:

Applicants who meet or exceed the outlined qualifications are encouraged to visit our website before applying to determine if Three Stones International is a good match: www.threestonesinternational.com.

We consider ourselves entrepreneurs and are looking for creative people who are self-motivated, able to work independently as well as with a team, and who are full of ideas and enthusiasm.

Please email a cover letter and CV, and contact information of three professional references to registration@threestonesinternational.com. No later than 23 November 2024 Include “Job Application: Grant Finance Manager” in the subject line. Questions and clarifications about the role are welcome.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications will be accepted untila suitable candidate is identified. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and placed on the TSI salary scale.

Three Stones is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Women and youth are especially encouraged to apply.