Head - Finance

International Rice Research Institute (IRRI); Philippines; Sur place; PHP 3 000 000 - 5 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Life and accident insurance

Résumé du poste

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, and seeks a Head of Finance to lead finance strategy, aligning with senior leadership and integrating accounting, audit, treasury and investment functions to support research and operations.

Reporting to the CFAO, the Head of Finance will oversee global planning, risk management, donor engagement, governance, and continuous improvement across financial systems, while guiding the organization toward

Qualifications

• Substantive experience in finance leadership and managing fiscal resources.
• Proven ability to drive innovative finance strategies and change.
• Experience leading diverse finance teams across multiple locations.
• Proven advisory experience with senior leadership, donors, and governance.

Responsabilités

• Set and lead the finance management direction to support organizational growth.
• Shape governance and compliance and drive financial systems innovation.
• Oversee global planning, risk management, and donor engagement.
• Deliver financial reports guiding strategic decisions.
• Lead the global finance team and develop capabilities.

Connaissances

Finance leadership

Donor engagement

Strategic planning

Governance & compliance

People leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

CPA

MBA

Outils

ERP systems

Description du poste

Job ID:
HQ01925

Location
Philippines

Closing Date
06-Nov-2026

The International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations. IRRI is an independent, nonprofit, research and educational institute, founded in 1960 by the Ford and Rockefeller foundations with support from the Philippine government. The institute, headquartered in Los Baños, Philippines, has offices in 17 rice-growing countries in Asia and Africa, and over 1,000 staff.

Working with in-country partners, IRRI develops advanced rice varieties that yield more grain and better withstand pests and disease as well as flooding, drought, and other harmful effects of climate change.

Under the direction of the CFAO, the Head of Finance is responsible for setting and leading the organization’s finance management strategy, aligning financial direction with senior leadership priorities, and integrating key functions such as accounting, audit, treasury, and investment to support research and operations. The role involves overseeing global planning, risk management, and financial innovation, while advising governance bodies and representing the organization in strategic partnerships and donor engagements. Head of Finance ensures timely and quality service delivery by establishing advanced financial standards, monitoring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across financial systems and processes.

This position will be based at the IRRI Headquarters, Los Baños, Philippines and is open for international applications.

• Set and lead finance management direction to support organizational vision and growth, aligning direction with senior leadership priorities
• Shape financial policy to strengthen governance and compliance and champion innovation in financial systems and practices
• Identify and address global financial opportunities and challenges and design the structure of the function, accordingly, ensuring the financial health of the organization and compliance with financial regulations
• Unify key financial functional areas to deliver integrated financial management solutions and fiscal resources that effectively support the organization’s research and operational programs
• Lead enterprise-wide financial planning and resource allocation, assuring alignment with organizational strategy and drive continuous improvement in financial operations
• Oversee financial risk management to safeguard long-term sustainability, resolve systemic financial challenges to maintain stability and lead readiness for global audits, reviews, and evaluations
• Deliver organization financial reports that guide strategic decisions
• Manage the global finance team function, integrating initiatives across specialized financial areas, conducting performance evaluations, and identifying development opportunities to cultivate an inclusive and productive work environment
• Partner with CFAO to drive digital transformation
• Represent the organization’s financial practices in engagement with leadership and major donors
• Advise board and governance bodies on financial matters and engage with donors, regulators, and partners to build trust and transparency
• Represent finance in global forums and strategic alliances
• Set and monitor strategies that integrate project/program cycles, budgeting processes and audit schedules with corporate planning and donor compliance requirements, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with organizational goals
• Establish advanced standards and metrics that push the boundaries of the organization in the field of finance management, audit, and reporting, showcasing the organization’s financial integrity and accountability
• Ensure compliance with global standards and donor frameworks

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Member of a recognized professional accounting certification, e.g. CPA is preferred
• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field is preferred

Mandatory

• Substantive experience in Finance leadership, defining the financial direction of an organization, structuring fiscal resources for operational sustainability
• Experience driving innovative finance strategies and change
• Substantive experience leading diverse Finance Teams across multiple locations and culture, creating a collaborative work environment
• Substantive experience strategically advising senior leadership, liaising with major donors and representing the organization

Preferred

• Experience in global finance management, preferably for an international development or research organization
• Experience with donor funded programs is an advantage
• Experience within CGIAR or a CGIAR Center
• Experience with ERP systems implementation
• Experience in donor reporting
• Experience working on large scale proposals

IRRI offers a highly extensive employee benefits package inclusive of globally-covered medical insurance, retirement plan, life and accident insurance and other allowances.

Join our team and be part of our story!

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
This position will remain open until filled.