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• The Chief Financial Officer and his/her teams will be responsible for financial planning; budget development, budget analysis and execution; testing, refinement and implementation of allocation methodologies; maintenance of complex, integrated accounting systems; accounts payable; payroll; accounts receivable; cashier functions; banking; internal controls; procurement; costing analysis and, financial reporting


• The CFO contributes to the development of University-wide strategic planning and directs the formulation and execution of the University’s financial plans and operations in a manner consistent with the University’s strategic plans.


• Participating in developing action plans and major programs for the department and supervising their implementation after their approval.


• Coordinating, supervising and organizing work between Financial Affairs’ sections and the department as a whole.


• Proposing the suitable financial policies and procedures


• Issuing the necessary internal instructions that include the proper conduct of work within the department.


• Serving as a chair or a member in committees and taskforces formed by decisions of the Vice-Chancellor or the Secretary-General. Detailed Duties


• Oversee the integration of all financial functions, including: reporting, cash management, diversifying revenues, collections, cash flows, and research funding.


• Establish appropriate metrics to measure and motivate business unit performance. This person will be the implementer and driver of change.


• Develop, evaluate, and communicate short- and long-term fiscal strategies that align with the Strategic Plan. Such strategies will incorporate the use of budget and data analyses, financial planning, resource assessment, financial modeling, and forecasts.


• Directs the formulation and execution of the University’s financial plans and operations in a manner consistent with the University’s strategic plans.


• Advise the Vice-Chancellor and the Secretary-General on the allocation and administration of the University budget, while proactively positioning the University to best navigate a dynamic financial landscape.


• Provide financial oversight and direction to the core service functions of the Sections: Budget and Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, and Management Accounting & Reporting.


• Represent the University in external negotiations and discussions with various Federal Government agencies and external organizations on finance-related matters.


• Manage relationships with College and Department finance officers.


• Provide leadership on to financial reporting and analysis and ensure that all fiscal-related policies and procedures are in compliance with all regulatory requirements and optimize the University’s performance


• Perform fiscal analyses for legislative and campus-wide initiatives.


• Analyze the University’s revenue streams, financial ratios, and proposals for capital projects and develop alternative strategies, as appropriate


• Serve as the focal point for the development of the overall university finance function. Assess the current capabilities within the organization and identify which resources must be strengthened.


• Ensuring timely and accurate completion of the university’s financial statements and coordination of the external audit.


• Supervising employees in developing annual budgets that support operational plans and submitting budgets for approval.


• Making appropriate decisions related to the department in coordination with the relevant university administration.

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or other business discipline is required, and certification as a (CPA/CA).

Masters degree in an appropriate field from an accredited institution and certification as a (CPA/CA).

Rank/Experience/Skill Set

• Fifteen years of significant fiscal management responsibility with direct responsibility in areas of fiscal analysis, forecasting, accounting, and financial reporting.


• At least five years in senior level positions.

Leadership Competences

• Strategic thinking


• Empowering employees and developing their capabilities


• Leading change

Core Competences

• Accountability


• Effective resource management


• Focus on customer service and results


• Communication and interpersonal skills


• Teamwork

Specialized Competences

• Knowledge of IPSAS accounting standards and relevant legislation


• Knowledge of the principles of setting and preparing budgets


• Knowledge of advanced management approaches and methods


• Knowledge of performance evaluation approaches and methods


• Knowledge of the principles, concepts and theories related to financial systems


• Advanced verbal and written communication skills and experience in board presentations in English and preferably in Arabic.


• Knowledge of performance management and organizational development


• Knowledge of the department’s work procedures and the work of the university as a whole.

Please submit your CV and covering letter explaining how you meet the job requirements