Expressions of Interest: Director of Operations and Finance Director

DT Global • Ottawa, ON

21d

About The Position

We are seeking Expressions of Interest for senior leadership positions for future in-country opportunities. These roles will form part of the program’s senior leadership team and critical to driving operational excellence, financial integrity, and strong development outcomes across our donor funded programs in the Pacific and the South-East Asia region.
The positions are open to experienced international development professionals who are client-focused, thrive in complex cross-cultural environments, and are passionate about delivering meaningful impact.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in a similar senior operations leadership role, preferably in an international development context, with tertiary qualifications in a relevant field
• Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary, geographically diverse teams in cross-cultural contexts, with strong coaching, mentoring, and performance management skills
• Strong expertise across financial management, HR, procurement, safeguards, and ICT, with the ability to develop, implement, and improve operational systems and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with demonstrated experience working with DFAT, regional partners, and diverse stakeholders
• Experience working in the Pacific region and a strong commitment to DFAT safeguarding policies including GEDSI, Child Protection, PSEAH, and anti-corruption requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the regional Operations team, providing line management, performance management, coaching, mentoring, and professional development to build a cohesive, high-performing team
• Oversee the program’s financial management systems including budget development, cash-flow management, forecasting, and financial reporting to DT Global and DFAT; support audit activities and lead improvements to the Finance Manual
• Oversee the development and implementation of HR, procurement, safeguards, and ICT policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with Commonwealth Procurement Rules, DT Global and DFAT policies, and relevant legislation
• Collaborate with the senior leadership team and country-level operations staff to plan and manage human resource requirements, recruitment processes, and operational needs across the program
• Champion and embed cross-cutting issues including GEDSI, climate change, sustainability, and safeguarding across country offices and regional operations in partnership with the Program Effectiveness team
• Proactively identify and manage program risks, support the Team Leader with high-quality deliverables, and periodically act as Team Leader when required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed