Head of Finance
Quick answer
CIVICUS is seeking a remote Senior Head of Finance with at least seven years of post-qualification experience to lead the organization’s financial management.
- Role
- Head of Finance
- Organization
- CIVICUS
- Location
- Remote (SAST)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The Head of Finance at CIVICUS is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for the organization’s financial management, including managing the finance team, financial strategy, budgeting, and reporting.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for CIVICUS’ financial management
- Manage CIVICUS’s finance team
- Ensure robust financial systems and controls are in place
- Provide high-quality financial insights to support effective programme delivery and organisational decision making
- Embed sound financial management across the organisation
- Ensure stewardship, accountability, transparency, and long-term financial sustainability
What it takes
- Recognized professional qualified accountant (ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent)
- At least seven years post qualification experience, including at least 3 years in a Head of Finance role
- Strong written and verbal English skills
- Experience in the non-profit sector
- Extensive experience in establishing and administering financial processes for restricted donor funding
- Comprehensive knowledge of institutional donor regulations and financial compliance standards
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is remote, with the closing date being 18th September 2026 at 11:59pm SAST.
What is the compensation package?
The compensation package is not specified in the job description.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a recognized professional qualified accountant, at least seven years of post-qualification experience, and extensive experience in the non-profit sector.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates should click here to apply or go to https://civicus.bamboohr.com/careers. Applications should include a full CV and a cover note outlining motivation for the role.
When will I hear back?
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted three weeks after the closing date. You will hear from us within three weeks only if you’re shortlisted for the next steps.
How to apply
Apply directly on CIVICUS's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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