Head of Support Services

About the role

The Head of Support Services will be based in Maputo and will lead the development and management of finance, accounting, human resources, and logistics functions for Nitidæ’s expanding operations in Mozambique.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement administrative, financial, HR, and logistics structures and tools to ensure donor compliance.
• Manage day‑to‑day finance, accounting, payroll, and logistics activities across the country office and project sites.
• Serve as the primary technical and functional liaison with the headquarters team in France (financial controller, HR manager, logistics manager, CFO).
• Supervise and develop the local support team, currently three staff in Maputo and four in project locations.
• Maintain and update management procedures, develop tracking tools for financial reporting and audits, and review payroll processes.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing finance, HR, and logistics functions in an NGO or development‑project environment.
• Strong knowledge of donor regulations and compliance requirements.
• Leadership ability to strengthen and expand a multidisciplinary support team.
• Excellent communication skills for coordination with headquarters and field teams.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape the support services of a rapidly growing organization.
• Collaborative work environment with international partners.
• Competitive compensation package.