VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT – HEAD OF SUPPORT SERVICES

Organization: Nitidæ
Position: Head of Support Services (Financial Director)
Duty Station: Maputo, Mozambique

1. About Nitidæ

Nitidæ is a French non-profit organization whose main objective is to design, develop, and implement projects that combine environmental preservation with the strengthening of local economies in rural areas of countries in the Global South.

Its initiatives focus on forest and ecosystem conservation, reducing deforestation, strengthening agricultural value chains, and improving the energy efficiency of processing activities.

Nitidæ also provides technical expertise to agri-food and cosmetics companies seeking to improve agricultural value chain performance, reduce their environmental impact, and promote local economic development in collaboration with producer organizations.

The organization currently manages around 30 projects, mainly in Madagascar, Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, Cameroon, Tanzania, and Uganda. Its team consists of more than 200 professionals, including economists, engineers, agronomists, foresters, geographers, soil carbon specialists, and GIS and remote sensing experts.

2. Nitidæ in Mozambique

Nitidæ has been operating in Mozambique since 2013 and is currently experiencing significant expansion, with several large-scale projects underway or in development.

Its main projects in Mozambique include:

  • ACAMOZ II (June 2023 – June 2027): Aims to improve the competitiveness of Mozambique’s cashew and macadamia value chains, in partnership with the Institute of Almonds of Mozambique (IAM, IP), in Zambézia, Niassa, and Maputo. The project is funded by the French Development Agency.

  • NAMULI (January 2024 – December 2026): Aims to establish a Community Conservation Area that reconciles biodiversity conservation on Mount Namuli with rural development in Gurué District, Zambézia Province.

  • SATAF Programme (November 2025 – 2028): Promotes the transition to agroecological farming practices across coffee, cocoa, and cashew value chains in Côte d’Ivoire, Mozambique, Tanzania, and Uganda, with funding from the European Union.

  • GV4G – Green Value for Growth (2026 – 2031): Seeks to transform soybean, cashew, and coffee value chains along the Beira and Nacala corridors towards greener and more inclusive growth.

3. General Objectives of the Position

The Head of Support Services, also referred to as the Financial Director, will be based in Maputo and will be responsible for developing and strengthening project support services, covering finance, accounting, human resources, and logistics.

The position involves strengthening the existing team’s capabilities and establishing administrative and financial structures, procedures, and tools to ensure proper use of funds and compliance with donor requirements.

The successful candidate will serve as the main technical and functional point of contact with Nitidæ headquarters in France, liaising with the financial controller, HR manager, logistics manager, and Chief Financial Officer.

4. Position within the Organization

The Head of Support Services will report hierarchically to the Country Representative in Mozambique and functionally to headquarters in France.

The role will involve close collaboration with technical focal points at headquarters, the Country Representative, and programme teams.

Nitidæ currently employs approximately 40 staff members in Mozambique, with this number expected to increase to 50 by the end of 2026 and approximately 60 in 2027.

The support team currently consists of three staff members based in Maputo and four staff members based at project sites in Zambézia Province, namely Gilé and Gurué, and in Nampula.

5. Main Responsibilities

A. Financial, Budgetary, and Accounting Oversight

Management procedures and tools

  • 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 ongoing support in implementing procedures.

  • Act as the focal point for technical and financial partners during contracting and administrative and financial monitoring.

Financial management

  • Update budget monitoring for projects in Mozambique and prepare budget forecasts.

  • Produce interim and final financial reports for projects.

  • Coordinate audit missions.

  • Prepare project budgets for submission to donors when required.

  • 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 relating to project operations.

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

  • Review monthly accounting packages and ensure their submission to headquarters.

  • Prepare cash-flow forecasts.

B. 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 labour authorities and salary grid implementation.

  • Adapt internal regulations and employee status agreements to national legal requirements, in collaboration with a local lawyer or legal adviser, and ensure official registration with the relevant authorities.

  • Negotiate contracts with consultants and legal representatives.

  • Ensure that 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 the registration and payment of social contributions with the relevant institutions.

  • Participate in recruitment processes, ensuring transparency and proper onboarding of new staff.

  • Draft and/or update internal service notes.

  • Ensure that work visas are obtained for expatriate staff.

C. Logistics and General Services Management

Supply chain and procurement

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

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

Logistics support and asset management

  • Ensure that teams have the resources, equipment, and services required to operate effectively.

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

Security

  • Ensure appropriate systems and frameworks are in place for communication, staff movements, and facility management in accordance with security rules.

Coordination and administrative compliance

  • 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.

7. Candidate Profile

Languages

  • Fluency in Portuguese and English is required.

  • French is an advantage.

Education

  • Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Finance, Accounting, or Management.

  • Knowledge of Procurement and/or Human Resources is an advantage.

Professional Experience

  • At least 3–5 years of experience as a Head of Support Services or in a similar role within an international NGO receiving institutional funding.

Technical Skills and Expertise

  • Proven experience in the financial and administrative management of field missions.

  • Strong knowledge of NGO logistics.

  • Solid understanding of the NGO sector and international development assistance.

  • Familiarity with donor requirements, particularly those of AFD, EFI, Enabel, the European Union (EU), and GIZ.

Personal Attributes

  • Integrity and professionalism.

  • Rigour and autonomy.

  • Adaptability and flexibility.

  • Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills.

  • Commitment to continuous improvement.

8. Employment Conditions

  • Contract type: One-year fixed-term contract, renewable, issued under either Mozambican or French employment terms.

  • Eligibility: Open to qualified Mozambican nationals and foreign candidates who already hold a valid work permit for Mozambique.

  • Desired start date: Early November 2026, with flexibility for a later start in late 2026 or early 2027.

  • Compensation: Approximately €40,000 gross per year, depending on the candidate’s profile, qualifications, and experience.

  • Benefits: May include housing assistance.

Under a French contract: Remuneration will be in accordance with the Syntec Collective Bargaining Agreement, under Cadre status.

Under a Mozambican contract: Remuneration will follow Nitidæ’s salary scale in Mozambique.

9. How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

  • Cover letter.

Important: Both documents must be written in English.

Email: jobs@nitidae.org

Mandatory email subject: HSS – MOZ

Application deadline: 15 December 2026.

Selection Process
• Only complete applications will be reviewed.
• Incomplete or irrelevant applications will not be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a technical test and interview.
• If you do not receive a response within three weeks after the application deadline, please consider that your application was not successful.

If Nitidæ’s mission resonates with you and you are passionate about sustainability, forest conservation, and agricultural value chains, and eager to apply your skills in finance, HR, logistics, or administration to create meaningful impact for rural communities, this role is for you!