Head of International Finance at Greenpeace International recruitment

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Head of International Finance

Purpose of the Job

Greenpeace International, the global coordinating office of the world’s leading environmental organisation and active in 44 countries, is seeking a Head of International Finance located in Amsterdam. This position is responsible for leading the global financial function and is managing newly restructured finance unit of 15 people.

The International Head of Finance will coordinate global finances for the global organisation, consisting of 28 National and Regional Offices as well as the coordinating body Greenpeace International.

Greenpeace is embarking on a number of global change programmes, hence we are looking for someone who feels comfortable in leading a substantial improvement program in a challenging, dynamic and multicultural environment. Strong management skills, an open mind-set and international work experience in management of change and of financial processes will be key for success. You will have proven senior management experience and the ability to manage competing request/processes in a political organisation such as Greenpeace.  The ideal candidate will also need to be a strong communicative team-player, fluent in written and spoken English and highly driven to contribute to the effectiveness of Greenpeace’s organisation and its campaigns. A highly pro-active personality is a must have.

Qualifications

This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior finance manager with 7 years plus experience (chartered accountant/CPA/equivalent) with a proven track record of innovative problem-solving qualities and skilled leadership to join this energetic mission-driven organization. For more detailed information, please see our website: http://www.greenpeace.org/international/en/about/jobs/International-Head-of-Finance/

Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position, please upload your CV along with a letter of motivation before Friday, 9 March 2012 via the below apply link.

Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is not appreciated.