Country Finance Director - Guinea

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won’t stop until we are all equal.

The Opportunity

The Country Finance Director is responsible for leading, managing and developing the finance team to support the implementation of financial standards, processes and systems throughout Plan International Guinea to enable it to deliver on its program strategies and accountabilities to children, communities and donors. As a member of Country Management Team, the CFD contributes to the development of the strategy of the country, understands impact of policy changes on Finance strategy, acts as financial sparring partner in management, and advises the management team on financial matters. Sets and ensures implementation of procedures, guidelines and work instructions for financial administration of offices and carries out, optimises and oversees the financial accounting within the country. The Country Finance Director is also responsible for providing timely and reliable financial information and analysis that leads to effective decision making.

About You

You are a strategic finance leader with a strong track record in financial management, business planning, and risk mitigation. Experienced in complex humanitarian and development contexts, particularly in West Africa, you ensure transparency, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations. With expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, and treasury management, you provide reliable insights for decision-making. A proactive leader, you build high-performing teams and optimize financial structures to support impactful programs. Fluent in French and English, you thrive in dynamic environments, driving financial excellence to enable life-changing programs for girls and young women.

Please note only applications in English will be considered. 

This position will be expected to start by 1st July 2025. 

Click on the role profile to see more requirements for the role: Country Finance Director_Guinea .docx

Location: Conakry, Guinea. Relocation Support will be provided

Type of Role: 2 Years fixed-term contract

Reports to: Country Director

Closing Date: 28th February 2025

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We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

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We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

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