Deputy Finance & Operations Manager

Educate! is seeking a hands-on finance and operations leader to oversee the Rwanda office's financial health and day-to-day functioning, working closely with the Managing Director and regional finance team.

What it offers

• Ownership of Rwanda office finance (accounting, reporting, budgeting) and operations (procurement, payments, office services, logistics, events)
• Supervision of the Senior Finance Coordinator and collaboration with regional finance and HQ teams
• Opportunity to strengthen processes and controls while contributing to Educate!’s mission of unlocking youth potential across Africa

Who can apply

You are the right fit if you:

• Are organised, detail-oriented, and confident managing financial processes and reporting
• Have experience supporting budgets, accounting, financial analysis, and compliance
• Are a proactive problem-solver who takes ownership and knows when to seek guidance
• Have experience supervising, coordinating, or supporting a team
• Are a collaborative and engaging communicator open to coaching and feedback
• Are passionate about Educate!’s mission

What you'll do

• Financial Management & Oversight (20%): Supervise finance team, prepare routine financial information, maintain records (general ledger, AP, expense reports, payroll), track compliance with Rwanda Revenue Authority, and support auditors
• Financial Controls & Accounting (25%): Process transactions (payroll, AP, revenue/expense, fixed assets, cash, reconciliations) in QuickBooks; complete month-end closing and maintain filing systems
• Financial Reporting & Budget Management (25%): Update monthly budget balances, prepare management reports (income statement, balance sheet, variance analysis, cash flow), submit tax returns, and support budget preparation
• Country Operations Oversight (30%): Manage office payments, procurement, and logistics; coordinate HQ meetings and retreats; ensure office functionality

How to apply

• Apply via the “Apply” link on the Educate! careers page for the Deputy Finance & Operations Manager – Rwanda role

Good to know

• Educate! values diverse applicants and encourages those passionate about the mission to apply even if they don’t meet every requirement
• The role offers the chance to grow scope and contribute beyond traditional finance responsibilities in a collaborative, impact-driven environment