Project Controller (M/F) Ikea Foundation

The IKEA Foundation is a Dutch registered charity, headquartered in Leiden, The Netherlands. Its mission is to fund holistic, long-term programmes addressing the fundamental needs of children in the poorest communities in the world, with the aim to create substantial and lasting change - enabling them to eventually take charge of their own future. Learn more on www.ikeafoundation.org

The IKEA Foundation is searching for a positive thinking personality with great affinity to create lasting change as soon as possible for the fulltime position (38 hour) of a

Project Controller (M/F)
Netherlands/Leiden

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION

• As Project Controller at the IKEA Foundation you are part of a small but enthusiastic team of people who are committed to create lasting change.
• You oversee ongoing programs from a wide variety of partners and analyze new project proposals and partner organizations from a financial perspective. You are responsible for handling the project portfolio in conjunction with the involved program managers.
• While discussing proposals and progress, you are able to level with our partners and potential grantees. You are results oriented, have a long-term outlook, are keen on cost-efficiency and are a driver for improvements.
• You also contribute to the further development of the IKEA Foundation by being an active member in strategic discussions and making suggestions for improvement of organizational procedures and operational efficiency.
• You are able to work independently while being part of a team. You are eager to take up all kinds of tasks, and naturally take initiative on tasks and projects that need attention and follow-up

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing project administration, including budgeting and reporting
• Review of concept notes and proposals of new projects
• Organizational assessments of partner organizations
• Review of financial progress reports and annual audited accounts of projects
• Cash flow management of payments to partners
• Set up of project agreements and amendments
• Ensure proper filing of project documentation in Grants Management System
• Contributing to forecasting and tracking annual grant expenditure
• Optimize processes and procedures regarding project management and control
• Responsible for planning and monitoring

The Project Controller is a full-time position reporting to the Finance Director and is based at the IKEA Foundation headquarters in Leiden, The Netherlands. The job is for 38 hours a week and involves occasional international travel.

PROFILE

Experience

• University degree in Finance/Accounting
• 7+ years of experience as a project controller or in a similar role within an international environment
• Experience in assessing proposals and organizations, managing grants and reviewing grantee performance
• Knowledge of optimizing processes and procedures
• Affinity with IT systems and software (e.g. Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Grants Management Software)

Characteristics & Skills

• Excellent analytical, planning, and reporting skills
• Works well under pressure, takes responsibility and shows initiative
• Flexible to perform tasks outside of the regular financial management tasks when the situation so requires.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Able to make sound assessments and to formulate appropriate feedback
• Strong team orientation
• Curiosity about and respect for other cultures and nationalities
• Strong work ethic and commitment to integrity
• Delivering on responsibilities
• Able and willing to travel occasionally

By joining the IKEA Foundation, you will join a global team that values diversity and creativity. You will be helping to improve opportunities for children in developing countries to create a better future for themselves and their families.

HOW TO APPLY

The recruitment for this vacancy is performed by Charity Works (Netherlands). Interested candidates should send their application documents (resume, diplomas and references) by email to theo@charityworks.nl before the 6th of October.

If you want to know more about this vacancy you can call Theo Prins at Charity Works +31 20-2 212 712/+31 6 17 000 758.