Head of Finance and Operations

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting the Global Network of Civil Society Organisations for Disaster Reduction (GNDR) to recruit for a Head of Finance and Operations. This is a permanent, full time role to be based remotely within the UK.

GNDR are the largest global network of organisations committed to working together to improve the lives of people affected by disasters worldwide. Established in 2007, they have grown into a network of more than 2,000 member organisations across 130+ countries, representing millions of people on the frontlines of hazards, climate change and mass displacement. Through transformative, evidence-led programming and powerful advocacy, GNDR are driving climate action and disaster resilience alongside their members across the globe.

The Head of Finance and Operations is a core member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and provides comprehensive operational and financial leadership across GNDR, responsible for maintaining long-term financial sustainability through robust budgeting and financial control, while safeguarding the charity’s assets and regulatory compliance. Other responsibilities include accountability for the full employee lifecycle and for driving GNDR’s organisational culture of inclusion, wellbeing, and continuous learning, while enabling seamless cross-departmental alignment and collaboration. This senior leadership position blends high-level strategy with hands-on operational delivery, collaborating closely with Trustees, donors, colleagues, and external providers to optimise GNDR’s operational functions and systems.

The successful candidate will have strong finance experience having managed a finance function previously. You will bring some experience relating to HR and HR process and be keen to develop any of those other areas operations areas in the role. You will bring line management experience having managed and motivated teams. GNDR are open to considering candidates who are fully accountancy qualified or qualified by experience.

To apply please submit your CV only in the first instance. You may also be asked to complete a supporting statement if you do progress further in the recruitment process.

Please note: Application review and interviews for this vacancy will be on a rolling basis therefore we encourage candidates to apply ASAP. We reserve the right to close the role prior to the advertised closing date

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