Head of support services - Financial Director - Mozambique

Nitidæ in Mozambique

Nitidæ has been working in Mozambique since 2013. Currently, both Nitidæ globally and in Mozambique are in a significant expansion phase, with several large-scale projects coming up. At present, Nitidæ in Mozambique is implementing the following projects:

• The ACAMOZ II project (June 2023 – June 2027), which aims to contribute to improving the competitiveness of the cashew and macadamia value chains in Mozambique, in partnership with the Institute of Almonds of Mozambique (IAM, IP), in Zambézia (Gilé, Pebane, Gurué), Niassa, and Maputo (for the institutional component), funded by the French Development Agency.
• The NAMULI project (January 2024 – December 2026), whose objective is to establish a Community Conservation Area to reconcile biodiversity conservation in Namuli with rural development in the Gurué district, in Zambézia, funded by LED and Linsi.
• The SATAF Program (November 2025 – 2028), dedicated to the “agroecologization” of coffee, cocoa, and cashew value chains in Côte d’Ivoire, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Uganda, funded by the European Union.
• The GV4G – Green Value for Growth programme (2026 – 2031), which aims to accelerate Mozambique's green, climate-resilient and inclusive transition by transforming the soy, cashew and coffee value chains along the Beira and Nacala corridors, implemented by a consortium led by TechnoServe with Resilience, Nitidæ and the Zambezi Valley Development Agency, funded by the European Union and the Kingdom of the Netherlands under the Global Gateway.

General objectives of the mission

The Head of Support Services (financial director) will be based in Maputo. The role involves supporting the development of project support departments, managing finance, accounting, human resources, and logistics, while strengthening the skills of the existing team. He/She will be the main point of contact for the headquarters team in France (a financial controller, the HR manager, the logistics manager, and the CFO) from a technical and functional perspective.

You will be responsible for developing the structure of administrative, financial, HR, and logistics services, as well as the associated tools, in order to ensure compliance with donor regulations in the use of funds entrusted to the organization.

Position within the Organization

Under the hierarchical supervision of the Country Representative and with functional reporting to headquarters, you will be responsible for the support team in Mozambique. You will work in collaboration with technical focal points at Nitidæ’s headquarters, as well as with the Country Representative and the program teams, with currently 40 staffs in Mozambique and a prevision of growth up to 50 staffs end of 2026 and close to 60 in 2027.

The support team in Mozambique currently consists of three people based in Maputo and four staff members located at project sites in Zambezia (Gilé and Gurué) and Nampula.

Financial, Budgetary, and Accounting Oversight

• Implement, supervise, and update management procedures and tools:

• Develop a tracking tool for financial reports and audits

• Review payroll tools and ensure alignment with financial systems

• Implement the SAGA software

• Train teams and provide follow-up/support in implementing procedures

• Act as focal point with technical and financial partners during contracting and administrative/financial monitoring

  Financial management:

• Update budget tracking for projects in Mozambique as well as budget forecasts

• Produce interim and final financial reports for projects

• Coordinate audit missions

• Prepare project budgets for submission to donors when needed

• Support technical teams in preparing financial proposals

  Accounting management:

• Support the rollout and use of the SAGA software in Maputo

• Verify and validate accounting entries for all project-related operations

• Supervise bank book management, reconciliations, and cross-checks

• Review monthly accounting packages and ensure submission to headquarters

• Prepare cash-flow forecasts

Human Resources Management

• Train administrative staff and project managers in the proper implementation of mandatory procedures
• Supervise the support team by developing individual action plans and conducting annual performance reviews
• Support the country office in implementing HR policies, compensation frameworks, and legal compliance (including coordination with labor authorities and salary grid implementation)
• Adapt internal regulations and employee status agreements to national legal requirements, in collaboration with a local lawyer/legal advisor, and ensure official registration with relevant authorities
• Negotiate contracts with consultants and legal representatives
• Ensure all HR documents with potential legal or financial risks are reviewed and validated
• Oversee payroll and HR administration, and ensure proper archiving of all staff records
• Monitor registration and payment of social contributions with relevant institutions
• Participate in recruitment processes, ensuring transparency and proper onboarding of new staff
• Draft and/or update internal service notes
• Ensure work visas are obtained for expatriate staff

Logistics and General Services Management

Supply chain:

• Define approval workflows and spending thresholds, and ensure proper use of procurement request processes (EDB)

• Implement and coordinate the mission’s procurement strategy, ensuring that purchasing, transport, and storage processes are compliant and effective

  • Support logistics and asset management:

• Ensure teams have the resources, equipment, and services needed to operate effectively

• Contribute to structuring operational capacity in terms of facilities, equipment, and services

  • Security:

• Ensure appropriate systems and frameworks are in place for communication, movement, and facility management in line with security rules

  • Coordination:

• Centralize and share logistics information within the mission and with headquarters

• Consolidate internal and external logistics reporting

• Ensure the acquisition and/or renewal of all required authorizations at central and provincial levels, enabling Nitidæ to operate legally in Mozambique.

  Candidate profil

• Languages: Portuguese and English required; French is a plus

• Education: Master's degree (Bac+5) in Finance, Accounting, or Management; Procurement/HR knowledge is a plus

• Experience: 3-5+ years as Head of Support Services (or similar) in an international NGO with institutional funding

• Skills: Strong track record in financial/administrative management of field missions and NGO logistics; solid understanding of the NGO sector and international development aid

• Donor knowledge: Familiar with AFD, EFI, Enabel, EU, GIZ requirements

• Profile: Integrity, rigor, autonomy, adaptability, strong interpersonal and intercultural skills, and a drive for continuous improvement

Employment conditions

This position is open to all qualified candidates (foreigners and Mozambican), and holding a valid Mozambican work permit will be considered a strong advantage.

Contract type: This position may be offered either as a fixed-term contract (1 year, renewable). The contract may be issued under Mozambican or French terms.

Desired start date: Early November, with flexibility to start later in 2026 - early 2027

Compensation:
The salary will be around €40,000 gross annually, with benefits such as housing assistance, depending on the candidate's profile, qualifications, and experience.

• For candidates employed under a French contract: remuneration will be in accordance with the French Syntec Collective Bargaining Agreement (Cadre status).
• For candidates employed under a Mozambican contract: remuneration will follow Nitidæ's salary scale in Mozambique.