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Role: Director, Financial Compliance & Fundraising

Role Summary

TGLC is seeking a strategic and disciplined Director, Financial Compliance & Fundraising to secure our financial future and ensure absolute regulatory integrity. In this role, you will transition TGLC to a sustainable 70/30 revenue model (Unrestricted/Restricted), establish a high-yield Endowment Fund, and enforce strict compliance across all fundraising and reporting activities. You will serve as the guardian of TGLC’s reputation, ensuring we meet all GRA, ORC, and NPOS requirements while adhering to global AML/CFT standards.


Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Strategy & Investment Management

  • 70/30 Revenue Model: Lead the strategic shift to a self-sustaining financial model, targeting a mix of 70% unrestricted self-generated income and 30% restricted grants/donations.

  • Endowment Fund Setup: Collaborate with certified advisors to establish a compliant Endowment Fund, focusing on secure, high-yield domestic instruments regulated by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) and SEC.

  • Budget Alignment: Conduct rigorous annual reviews to ensure all financial resources are strictly aligned with TGLC’s mission and strategic goals.

2. Fundraising & Donor Stewardship

  • Internal Fundraising: Streamline and optimize the “Partnership Village” initiative to maximize internal funding contributions.

  • Compliance Framework (AML/CFT): Implement and enforce a 3-tier Donor Stewardship Compliance System to screen all funds against Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) standards.

  • Donor Relations: Ensure transparent reporting to donors to maintain trust and encourage repeat investment.

3. Regulatory Compliance & Taxation

  • Automated Filings: Centralize and automate the annual filing processes for the Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC), NPOS, and GRA to prevent penalties and ensure good standing.

  • Legislative Adherence: Stay updated on Act 992 (Companies Act 2019) and other relevant financial regulations to ensure organizational compliance.

4. Audit & Reporting

  • External Audit Management: Engage and manage relationships with reputable local auditors who possess specific expertise in Act 992.

  • Credibility & Rotation: Establish a policy for auditor rotation to ensure objective, credible financial reporting and transparency for stakeholders.

 


Requirements & Qualifications

Education & Experience:

  • Education: Degree in Finance, Accounting, Law, or Business Administration.

  • Certification: Professional qualification (ACCA, ICA, or CPA) is highly preferred.

  • Experience: 3+ years in financial management, compliance, or fundraising, preferably within the Non-Profit or NGO sector.

Technical Knowledge:

  • Regulatory Expertise: Fair understanding of the Ghanaian regulatory landscape, specifically GRA tax laws, ORC filing requirements, and NPOS regulations.

  • Investment Acumen: Familiarity with BoG/SEC-compliant investment vehicles and endowment management.

  • Compliance Frameworks: Willingness to learn or ability to implement AML/CFT checks and donor compliance systems.

Soft Skills:

  • Integrity: Uncompromising ethical standards regarding fund management and reporting.

  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to shift from day-to-day compliance to long-term financial sustainability planning.

 
 

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