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About the Programme

The UK aid funded Women’s Integrated Sexual Health 2 (WISH 2) programme will support women and adolescents, including the poor and most marginalised, to have greater voice, choice and control over their sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The programme is divided into two Lots, one covering Western and Central Africa (WCA) and one covering Eastern and Southern (ESA) Africa. The two Lots are implemented separately by different implementing consortium. Options is a sub-partner in both consortia.

The WISH programme has two primary outcomes:

• Outcome 1: Women and adolescents, including the poor and most marginalised, have greater voice, choice and control over their sexual and reproductive health and rights.
• Outcome 2: An improved enabling environment for SRHR and gender equality as part of an accelerated, African-led inclusive demographic transition.

Options will support implementation of Output 3: SRHR policy and systems environment. This output will support countries to adopt and implement improved frameworks for more comprehensive SRHR and gender equality, effective government financing, commodity security and SRHR service capacity. A specific focus will be placed on supporting civil society organisations, including OPDs, youth led and WROs to advocate, improve accountability and support improvement in SRHR. The POO will support improved programme delivery efficiency, specifically in administrative, programmatic, and financial operations, to accelerate the programme success.

The Finance and Administration Manager (FAM) will manage finances, administration, and operations in South Sudan to ensure efficient resource use and compliance with local laws. S/he will handle financial planning, reporting and controls while overseeing procurement, logistics, human resources and office operations to maintain smooth daily functions. The FAM will support senior leadership with strategic insights, risk management and transparent financial transactions.

The UK aid funded Women’s Integrated Sexual Health 2 (WISH 2) programme will support women and adolescents, including the poor and most marginalised, to have greater voice, choice and control over their sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The programme is divided into two Lots, one covering Western and Central Africa (WCA) and one covering Eastern and Southern (ESA) Africa. The two Lots are implemented separately by different implementing consortium. Options is a sub-partner in both consortia.

The WISH programme has two primary outcomes:

• Outcome 1: Women and adolescents, including the poor and most marginalised, have greater voice, choice and control over their sexual and reproductive health and rights.
• Outcome 2: An improved enabling environment for SRHR and gender equality as part of an accelerated, African-led inclusive demographic transition.

Options will support implementation of Output 3: SRHR policy and systems environment. This output will support countries to adopt and implement improved frameworks for more comprehensive SRHR and gender equality, effective government financing, commodity security and SRHR service capacity. A specific focus will be placed on supporting civil society organisations, including OPDs, youth led and WROs to advocate, improve accountability and support improvement in SRHR. The FAM will be responsible for overseeing all financial, administrative and operational activities in South Sudan, and ensure the efficient management of the organization's financial resources, ensure compliance with local laws and regulations, and support the overall achievement of the organization’s objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or professional certifications like CPA, ACCA preferred).
• At least five years’ work experience, within managing financial operations, including preparation of financial statements, managing project accounts and overseeing financial controls within a development sector context.
• Significant experience managing finances for donor-funded programmes, particularly with international donors like FCDO, ensuring compliance with donor regulations and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing, managing and monitoring budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring alignment with programme workplans and objectives.
• Experience in coordinating and supporting internal and external audits, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with both organizational and donor requirements.
• Experience in identifying, assessing and mitigating financial risks, including implementing fraud prevention measures and maintaining robust internal control systems.
• Experience working within a multinational or multi-country context, particularly in regions like East and Central Africa, with an understanding of the unique challenges of managing finances in these environments.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and tools, such as QuickBooks, with the ability to manage financial records and reconcile accounts efficiently.
• Proven ability to oversee office operations, procurement and logistics management.
• Strong asset management and vendor relationship skills.
• Support staff contracts, benefits administration and compliance with South Sudan in labour laws.
• Knowledge of South Sudan labour laws and payroll management.
• Experience in developing and implementing financial policies and procedures to ensure accountability, transparency and adherence to organizational and donor standards.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams, including programme managers, technical leads and global finance teams to ensure integrated financial management across all aspects of the programme.
• Fluent in both spoken and written English. Arabic / Juba Arabic will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in MS word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Benefits

Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including generous annual leave, private medical insurance and 13 month pay.

Application Process

• Closing date for applications is: 02 May 2025.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. Interviews will be held week commencing: 05 May 2025.
• Please note that this role will be subject to full pre-employment background checks including criminal record check, identification check, employment references and right to work verification (where appropriate).

Other Information

• Options is dedicated to equal opportunity for all and recognises that every individual is unique. Whilst we always seek to embrace individual differences and celebrate the diversity of our workforce, we also want to ensure that every team member is suited to their role and that they are given the best opportunity to succeed.
• Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.
• We seek people who are pro-choice, promote diversity and inclusion, are energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision.
• The position is open to qualified South Sudan nationals.