Finance & Operations Manager - a career with purpose

SUMMARY:
Umhlanga.   Are you an experienced Operations or Business Manager looking for more than just your next job?  Perhaps you've built a successful career in the corporate world and are now looking for an opportunity to use your skills and experience to make a meaningful difference.
An established, purpose-driven NPO is looking for a financially astute, practical and solutions-focused Operations Manager who is passionate about social justice, community empowerment and positive change.  This is an opportunity to combine your financial and operational management expertise with work that has real purpose and impact.

The successful candidate will bring strong financial controls, sound business judgement and hands-on problem-solving abilities, together with empathy, integrity and a genuine commitment to working with people from diverse backgrounds.

POSITION INFO:
Responsibilities Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, expenditure monitoring, cost control and financial accountability. Ensure sound financial controls, systems and processes are in place. Identify operational challenges and implement practical, cost-effective solutions. Manage the day-to-day operations of the support office, ensuring efficient use of resources. Oversee administration, IT, compliance, governance and risk management. Manage property and facilities, including maintenance and future development. Support marketing and communications in line with organisational objectives. Work closely with senior leadership to support strategic planning and organisational sustainability. Foster positive working relationships and an inclusive, collaborative organisational culture. Requirements Relevant bachelor's degree. Minimum 4 years' management experience, with strong operational and financial responsibility. Proven financial management experience, particularly budgeting, financial controls and expenditure management. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to implement practical solutions. Excellent organisational, planning and people management skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds. Experience in an NPO, community development or social impact environment would be advantageous. Personal Attributes A genuine passion for social justice, equality, human dignity and community development . An inclusive, open-minded and non-judgemental approach to working with people from all walks of life. Financially disciplined, accountable and resource-conscious. Practical, adaptable and solutions-focused, with a hands-on management style. Empathetic, approachable and able to build relationships across diverse communities. Comfortable working in a values-driven organisation with a Christian ethos that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are looking for a grounded, capable and emotionally mature professional who combines strong business management skills with integrity, compassion and sound judgement. Someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives on solving problems and is motivated by the opportunity to use their professional experience to make a positive contribution beyond the commercial environment. An opportunity to bring your financial and business expertise to an organisation where sound management and meaningful social impact go hand in hand.