{"id":7028,"date":"2026-01-12T08:00:19","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T08:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/chief-finance-manager-at-dapp-in-zambia\/"},"modified":"2026-04-29T00:14:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T00:14:13","slug":"chief-finance-manager-at-dapp-in-zambia","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=7028","title":{"rendered":"Chief Finance Manager at DAPP in Zambia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Development Aid from People to People (DAPP) Zambia is inviting suitably qualified and experienced persons to apply for the position of Chief Finance Manager to be based at the DAPP Headquarters in\u00a0Ndola.<br \/>\nDAPP Zambia is a local registered NGO and has been operating in Zambia for 40 years across all 10 provinces, reaching over 1 million people with development projects and employing more than 1,000 staff. Its work spans family economic strengthening, HIV prevention and care, agriculture, environment, and education. As a member of the Federation Humana People to People, it receives technical support and also runs a fundraising enterprise of selling second-hand clothes and shoes donated from Europe.<br \/>\nThe Chief Finance Manager oversees all financial operations, including procurement and donor compliance, ensuring systems meet global standards and requirements of donors such as CDC, WFP, Global Fund, GAVI, EU, and Humana People to People. The role supervises the Finance Compliance Officer, Procurement Manager, and three Accounts Managers responsible for finances across 20 projects and the Clothes and Shoes fundraising initiative. He\/she coordinates the finance office, builds staff capacity, and fosters teamwork. The annual organizational budget is approximately US$10 million.<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities:<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Oversee accounting, expenditure, procurement, disbursement systems, and compliance with policies.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to management and donors.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Maintain internal controls, SOPs, and enforce financial policies.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Lead asset valuation, inventory accounting, and statutory\/partner compliance.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Manage statutory and partner audits, quarterly internal audits, and corrective actions.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Present audited financial statements to management and the board; liaise with audit committees.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Ensure compliance with procurement policy, lead procurement planning, and uphold value-for-money principles.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Manage consultants\u2019 agreements and oversee sub-grants implementation.<br \/>\nQualifications &amp; Experience:<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Master\u2019s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) and membership with ZICA, holding a valid practising licence.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0At least 5 years of experience in financial management for large operations, including a minimum of 2 years in the development sector.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Strong background in financial reporting, donor compliance, financial control, and management reporting.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with proven ability to supervise diverse accounting teams.<br \/>\n\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Excellent communication, training, and mentoring skills to build staff capacity and foster collaboration.<br \/>\nApplications with detailed CVs and three professional referees must be received by 19th\u00a0of January, 2026.<br \/>\nDo not attach certificates and other documentation at this stage. However, when requested, certificates must be verified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority.<br \/>\nSharing is Caring! 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