A health organization in Cambodia is looking for a Corporate Services Director who will be in charge of supporting the Country Director and Senior Management Team in developing and implementing operational strategies in accordance with mission and vision statements, managing the business and finance functions of the company, and co-ordinating business processes and procedures to ensure organisational and operational effectiveness and efficiency. Driving the efficient performance of the Corporate Services Division incorporating Logistics, Supply Chain Management, IT, HR and Finance. He/she will be based in Phnom Penh.

Business efficiency and setting strategic direction  

• Lead the Corporate Services Department to ensure a high standard of operational efficiency and effectiveness with clear, transparent and documented processes in place
• Drive continuous improvement in business operations to ensure sustainability, growth and effective performance including by managing regular reviews of all business and finance systems and processes
• Ensure effective communication between Support Office and other channels to maximise performance
• Provide strategic advice and relevant reports on matters regarding areas of technical responsibilities including Finance, HR and supply chain management
• Maintain effective internal controls and systems, to ensure the organisation can flexibly adapt to changes that may impact it, such as changes in legislation or organisational structure
• Ensure company subscribes to MSI mandatory standards and best practice as well as all applicable laws and regulations
• Monitor all contractual obligations, raising concerns with SMT and seeking counsel where appropriate to ensure that contractual obligations are financially sound and appropriate for the organization
• Ensure that all statutory and governance requirements are met on time

Strategic Financial Management, Budgeting and Reporting

• Provide strategic financial advice, insight and analysis to the CD and the SMT related to all major financial and business decisions (Monthly and annual financial statements and reports incorporating appropriate analysis and recommendations)
• Proactively identifying risks and opportunities to improve the financial position, monitoring income/cost ratio, ensuring budget holders have appropriate finance skills to meet optimal value, and provide training as required
• Oversee the annual budgeting and business planning process as well as donor budgets in conjunction with the CD and Head of Finance
• With the assistance of the Head of Finance, ensure an effective tracking and compliance system for all accounting functions is in place utilizing sound financial management principles
• Oversee all other financial matters across audit, reporting, cash flow, expenditure control and compliance, MSI policies and sound accounting principles

Effective management of business functions (HR, IT, Supply Chain and Logistics)

• Drive effective procurement and logistics processes across the organisation including setting policies and guidelines for ensuring cost effectiveness, quality and compliance with MSI Global requirements and international best practice
• Provide advice and recommendations to ensure continuous improvement, efficiency and quality control within the supply change management process
• Oversee the fraud prevention methods with key checks to safeguard stock
• Ensure all business systems are operating smoothly and any issues are resolved quickly
• Ensure all business areas are managed efficiently and effectively across the organisation
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and practices in keeping with current industry best practices and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations
• Assist management and employees in the interpretation and application of these policies, practices and guidelines

Proactive Senior Management Team (SMT) Member

• Provide strategic leadership in driving business efficiency and financial management, develop and operationalize company’annual Business Plan and Strategic Plan to achieve annual and multi-year goals and objectives
• Participate in regular review and monitoring of company’s program-level financial and operational performance to ensure the organization is on-track to deliver on its goals and objectives
• Improve operations by strengthening capacity, building high performance teams, identifying and promoting talent, to establish a positive working environment

To Country Director

• Degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant field
• Demonstrable track record in building strong teams and managing people, fosters a high performance team environment with a strong commitment to achieving results
• Business management experience with advanced analytical and business analysis skills
• Experience managing HR, IT literate and experience with systems
• Strong leadership and managerial skills including the ability to influence decisions
• A continuous improvement approach, business-oriented, forward-thinking with the ability to identify opportunities and think strategically
• Strong innovate thinking skills, good judgement and the ability to make sound decisions
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively and manage competing projects and tasks on time
• Approachable with strong interpersonal and communication skills