Be a vital force in our dynamic team, contributing to the successful implementation of programs and projects. Embrace the opportunity to champion British Council policies and procedures, showcasing your expertise in financial administration, reporting, and data collection. Take the lead in operational project delivery and forge strong relationships with our valued delivery partners.

Details

Location Havana
Duration Fixed term contract for 1 year with the possibility of an extension
Closing date Sunday 14 January 2024

Role overview

Main accountabilities but not limited to the following:

  • Holds vendors and suppliers to account for delivering services.
  • Has the ability to work independently and manage work load against project deadlines.
  • Financial Support
  • Plan and report on project financial plans and budget expenditure and forecasting to Programme Managers and Head of Programme Delivery; manages smaller budgets.
  • Maintain clear and up-to-date records on all financial transactions as per audit requirements.
  • Ensure relationships with vendors are maintained and payments are processed on time and in accordance with FABS on-line system (SAP Finance) guidelines.
  • Compliance to BC financial policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for data management including timely data entry, quality assurance of data, undertaking basic analysis of monitoring data, and developing progress reports to meet needs of funders.
  • Supports internal compliance such as due diligence, records management, data collection and storage.
  • Manages grants administration, selection & evaluation, and procurement processes.
  • Manages events-based components and trainings within a programme.
  • Supports the project / programme manager in implementing diversity mainstreaming action plans and contributes to it.
  • Manages relationships with clients/partners/stakeholders at appropriate level.
  • Manages relationship with vendors and suppliers and holds them to account for delivering services.

 

Requirements of the role:

  • Experience of working in a supporting role on programmes or projects.
  • Administrative and financial administration experience.
  • Good understanding of basic concepts of monitoring and evaluation, and how they are central to good project management.
  • C1 Spanish and B2 English or equivalent.

How to apply

Send your CV to AMERecruitmentTeam@britishcouncil.org including the name of the role in the Subject of your email; you must also send your supporting statement explaining why you are interested in the job and how your work experience meet the needs of the role. Additionally, making sure to explain in detail the main responsibilities you have performed in your work experience. When sending your application, please let us know your monthly salary expectation.

Right to Work Requirements: Right to Work in Cuba. The British Council is not able to support or sponsor work visa applications.

Closing Date: advert will close on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at 23:59 Colombia time.

The British Council is committed to policies and practices of equality, diversity and inclusion across everything we do. We support all staff to make sure their behaviour is consistent with this commitment. We want to address under representation and encourage applicants from under-represented groups, in particular, but not exclusively, on grounds of ethnicity and disability. All disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria are guaranteed an interview and we have Disability Confident Employer Status. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities.
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