Finance and Corporate Services Manager
This is a {Advertised Permanent / Temporary}, {Advertised Full Time / Part Time} vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The Vacancy
International Waqf Fund is a faith-inspired development and Endowment agency working since 2004 to transform the lives of some of the most vulnerable people in over 40 countries.
Our Birmingham, UK office is recruiting for the position on ‘Corporate Services Manager’ to join the Waqf team on a permanent, full-time basis. The organisation is currently operating to a hybrid working model.
The department responsibilities include sustainable investment management; portfolio development; finance optimization; Sadaqah Jariyah; business development; internal communications; and staff training.
The purpose of the role is to coordinate the development and management of effective governance structures and processes that enable the Trustees and Director of International Waqf Fund to lead the development and oversight of the IWF investments and income in order to effectively fulfil its objectives, vision and mission. To oversee departmental corporate governance structures (finance, admin, HR, facilities, compliance), in line with annually agreed targets and budgets from major donor opportunities & partnerships; in support of the activities of the International Waqf Fund. Reporting to the Director, post holder will be responsible for managing the function including internal and external management and performance reporting, managing rental income of Waqf assets, financial accounting and ensure consolidation of accounts and auditing across organisation’s operations.
The successful candidate must have or be:
- Member of one of the professional accounting bodies (ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA) is essential. A management degree is desirable.
- Substantial experience of audit, regulatory frameworks, risk management, assurance, control of financial resources and financial management at a senior level
- Ideally from the big 4 audit background.
- Proven experience of managing staff at managerial level, strategic planning, budgeting and corporate decision making
- Proven experience of engaging with and influencing decision-makers with sound political judgment and sensitivity.
- Ability to demonstrate strategic leadership skills particularly in a changing environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively using a variety of techniques.
- Proven experience of collaborative working as part of a high performing team at a senior level.
- Demonstrable analytical, problem solving and conceptual skills to support effective strategic thinking.
- Demonstrates self-management and awareness with a high level of energy and flexibility.
International Waqf Fund envisage a world in which all communities become self-sufficient, achieve their God-given potential and thrive. If you would like to be a part of an organisation striving to make a difference in the world and are looking for a meaningful career, we will be glad to hear from you.
Please Note: Interviews are expected to take place on an ongoing basis until a suitable candidate is appointed. We reserve the right to close the advert earlier than the advertised date.
Pre-employment checks:
Any employment with International Waqf Fund will be subject to the following checks:
- screening clearance
- proof of eligibility to live and work within the UK
- receipt of satisfactory references
For UK based roles, we are only able to accept applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to progress applications which would require sponsorship.
International Waqf Fund is an equal opportunities employer
The Company
Islamic Relief is a faith-inspired humanitarian aid and development agency working to save and transform the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people. We work in over 45 countries, assist people of all faiths and none according to need and do not discriminate in any way. Our proximity means we can often respond swiftly to emergencies and work in areas that other organisations cannot access.
We are the only UK-based Muslim faith-inspired charity to have been certified against the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability (CHS), which is designed to ensure that charities best meet the needs of the communities they serve.
Islamic Relief is a member of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), we have Consultative Status with the UN Economic and Social Council, and we are a signatory to the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
What We Offer
Islamic Relief Worldwide recognises our staff as our biggest asset, and so we offer a range of benefits designed to support their professional development, mental and physical health, and work/life balance.
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Personal learning and development opportunities
Annual leave and additional leave
Service related pension scheme
Maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave and pay
Healthcare
cash plan
Employee assistance support
Occupational advanced sick pay
Mental Health First Aiders
Charity volunteering
Cycle to Work scheme
On-site car parking
Field
visits
Our Values
Sincerity
Excellence
Compassion
Social Justice
Custodianship
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