Location: London, Accra, Nairobi, or Johannesburg
We are seeking a Finance Business Partner to provide strategic financial leadership and business partnering across a portfolio of international grants and organisational programmes. Acting as a trusted advisor to portfolio teams, project directors and senior stakeholders, you will help ensure that funding decisions, financial planning and grant delivery are underpinned by robust financial management and insight.
This is a key role within our Finance team, combining strategic business partnering with hands-on oversight of grant and portfolio finances. You will lead forecasting, budgeting, reporting and financial analysis, enabling teams to navigate complex funding environments and make informed decisions.
You will be adept at translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insights, building strong relationships across teams and influencing senior stakeholders. You'll bring a collaborative, solutions-focused approach and be comfortable working across multiple projects, teams and geographies. This role requires someone who can balance strategic thinking with operational delivery, improve systems and processes, and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven organisation committed to driving global action on clean air.
What We're Looking For
- Experienced Finance Business Partner with grant financial management experience and a solutions-focused approach.
- CCAB accountancy qualification or equivalent professional experience.
- Knowledge of Charity SORP or the ability to quickly build expertise in regulated accounting frameworks.
- Experience working in a global organisation and partnering effectively with senior stakeholders.
- Strong financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance audiences.
- Experience overseeing grant financial management, including due diligence, budgeting, reporting and financial reviews.
- Strong judgement, attention to detail and a pragmatic approach to problem solving.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 tools and cloud-based platforms (Microsoft Teams, SharePoint), with a good understanding of basic cyber security and data protection hygiene.
Details
Closing date: 26 July 2026
Type of employment: Fixed Term Contract until end of June 2029
Salary: London GBP 57,750; Accra GHS 431,250; Nairobi KES 5,281,250; Johannesburg ZAR 1,062,500 (depending on location)
Job Function: Finance and Operations
At Clean Air Fund, we're guided by purpose and grounded in evidence. We are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds and particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups.
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online via the Clean Air Fund candidate portal: https://candidate.cleanairfundcareers.org/317814CAF