Albion House, Littlegate Street, Oxford, OX1 1QT
The Oxford SDG Impact Lab has registered an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Officer to join the team. Based at the Oxford SDG Impact Lab, the post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day financial management and administration of the Lab's activities, in accordance with University financial controls and donor compliance.
The Oxford SDG Impact Lab was founded in October 2021. It aims to support graduate students to collaborate with external partners in order to deliver the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It does this through a model that combines research engagement training with collaborative placements with partner organisations from business, government, and the third sector.
The Finance Officer will gather, manipulate and present data on the Oxford SDG Impact Lab's budgets and forecasting including those for funding applications, re-budgeting exercises and partner organisations, working closely with the Lab's Chief Operating Officer, Programme Managers, Programme Officer/s and Collaborating Partners. They will proactively undertake continuous improvement of finance processes and systems and of reporting provision to support changing requirements and improve management information.
The successful candidate will have previous experience of working within Oxford University or in another higher education institution. They will also have achieved or be working towards an accounting qualification. A strong diplomacy and team skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of colleagues and funders is essential to this role.
The post is part-time (suggested 0.6 FTE, depending on appointee's availability) and fixed-term until 31st October 2024.
At ODID we embrace and cherish our differences, and endeavour to be considerate and welcoming of all. You are most welcome at ODID, without the need to hide any part of who you are. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these affect us, and those around us, personally and professionally. We hold an Athena Swan bronze award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural changes which promote equality, cherish diversity and create a better working environment for all. We are also taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We work together to enrich, fortify and grow our community and dedicate our combined efforts to teaching and research to increase our impact and influence in development debates at the national and global level. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for our vacancies and join us in pursuing our goals.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement as part of your online application.
Only applications received before 12 midday on Friday 21 February 2024 can be considered.
Contact Person : HR Team Vacancy ID : 171033 Contact Phone : Closing Date & Time : 21-Feb-2024 12:00 Pay Scale : STANDARD GRADE 6 Contact Email : [email protected] Salary (£) : 32332 - 38205