Finance and Support Functions Director

vor 1 Tag

Ville de Genève, Schweiz Ecolint Vollzeit

Foundation


Seeks for Jan 1st 2025 


Founded in 1924, the Foundation of the International School of Geneva, commonly known as Ecolint educates 4500 students aged from 3-18 representing over 130 nationalities. Each of our eight schools is dedicated to the development of seven life-worthy, future-ready global competences: we develop lifelong learning, self-agency, the ability to interact with the world, with others and with resources so as to develop transdisciplinary, multiliterate thinking. Through this, we drive our mission, which is to educate students to be global citizens with the courage and capacity to create a just and joyful tomorrow together. Ecolint is built on strong humanitarian values and prides itself on its long history of pedagogical innovation, including the creation of the Model United Nations system and the International Baccalaureate. We have around 1250 employees representing more than 60 nationalities, united as one core of dynamic professionals, committed to our mission.

To complete our team, we are looking for a:

Finance and Support Functions Director

Reports to: The Director General

Work percentage: full time



Main responsibilities:  



To have primary reporting responsibility to the Director General for the overall financial management of the Foundation (comprising three campuses), its financial resources and the main support services (IT, Development and alumni relations, Admissions and extracurricular activities) in order that the objectives of the Foundation can be achieved.


1. To produce timely, relevant and accurate financial information; to monitor financial 

performance; to provide sound financial advice and an effective financial management service to the Director General (DG) and the Governing Board (GB). S/he may also be delegated to interact with the Ecolint leadership team (ELT), relevant staff across the Foundation and vendors. 


2. As a member of the ELT, to play a key role in the diligent, prudent and successful financial management and strategic development of the Foundation. To oversee all financial planning, budgeting and forecasting including the capital programme. To play a leading role in the financial negotiation and execution of contracts and commercial commitments. 


3. To lead and manage the Finance team and the Directors/leads of the main Support Services department : IT, Development and alumni relations, Admissions and extracurricular activities.


4. To safeguard and maximise the value and use of the Foundation's assets and ensure they are used to best effect in pursuing the Foundation's aims and objectives, benefiting the community.


5. To oversee the successful application of and compliance with the Foundation's 

Financial Terms and Conditions to maximise student enrolment while ensuring timely fee payments. To work closely together with the Head of Admissions, to develop Cooperation agreements and effective relations with companies, international organisations and parents.


6. To work closely with the Director of People and Culture, under the overall guidance of the DG, to articulate and implement the Ecolint People Plan, build sustainable relationships with 

stakeholders including the Staff Association according to the letter and the spirit of the CCT. 


7. To support the work of the foundation and school campuses, under the overall guidance of the DG, in generating and managing all other sources of income other than school fees.


8. To work with the Development Director, to ensure the successful development and execution of fundraising strategy in line with objectives set by the Governing Board.


9. To coordinate and lead, where appropriate, in the negotiation and management of contracts for the supply of external services to the Foundation, including but not limited 

to utilities, insurance, student transportation and cafeteria services.


10. To ensure that the Foundation complies with its legal and constitutional obligations (federal, cantonal and communal), including the identification and management of financial and other risks of those areas of the Foundation for which s/he is responsible. 





Profile:


1. Attainment/ Qualifications 

Essential: University graduate; certified accountant or equivalent professional qualification. 


2. Previous experience 

Essential: Several years of demonstrable success in financial management at a senior level of a comparably sized organisation. 

Evidence of contributing successfully to an organisation at a strategic level and managing change. 

Demonstrable experience as an effective communicator and collaborator with a track record in developing and maintaining financial and management information systems. 

Evidence of a successful track record in leading, motivating and developing teams and individuals and managing performance. 


Desirable: Experience of working in a senior position in Suisse romande 

Reporting to and working with voluntary committee and board members. 


3. Disposition and attributes 

Essential: Fluent French and English speaker 

Excellent interpersonal skills, able to relate well at all levels 

Good negotiation skills 

Disposed to provide good customer care 

Analytical and problem-solving ability 

Able to show initiative, be proactive, plan, take responsibility and develop systems while assuring compliance with agreed procedures 

Results and solution focused 

Mature and emotionally resilient 

Trustworthy and able to work confidentially 


Desirable An interest in and support for international education. 


Candidates are required to apply online sending their current CV, the contact details of three referees, one of whom must be their current or most recent employer and a cover letter for the attention of Mrs Lisa Gervais, International School of Geneva, Foundation, by 27 September 2024, mentioning the reference number 130 190.


 

Please note that only applications via our website will be considered

The International School of Geneva values and encourages diversity among its staff. As such, we welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. The School is seriously committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous conduct and child protection checks appropriate to their position, including prior checks with their previous employers and the authorities.



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