Presentation of Nitidæ  

Nitidæ is a French non-profit organization whose main objective is to design, develop, and  implement projects that combine environmental preservation with the strengthening of local  economies in rural areas of Southern countries. Its initiatives focus on forest and ecosystem  conservation (reducing deforestation), strengthening agricultural value chains, and improving the  energy efficiency of processing activities. Nitidæ also provides technical expertise to agri-food  and cosmetics companies seeking to improve the performance of agricultural value chains,  reduce their environmental impact, and promote local economic development in collaboration  with producer organizations. 

Nitidæ is currently running around thirty projects, mainly in Madagascar, Burkina Faso,  Mozambique, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, Cameroon, Tanzania and Uganda. Its team consists of more  than 200 staff members (economists, engineers, agronomists, foresters, geographers, soil carbon  specialists, and GIS and remote sensing experts) based both in the countries of operation and at  its headquarters in France. 

In 2025, the organization’s budget was €10.2 million and continues to grow. 

Nitidæ in Mozambique  

Nitidæ has been working in Mozambique since 2013. Currently, both Nitidæ globally and in  Mozambique are in a significant expansion phase, with several large-scale projects coming up. At  present, Nitidæ in Mozambique is implementing the following projects: 

• ACAMOZ II project (June 2023 – June 2027), which aims to contribute to improving the  competitiveness of the cashew and macadamia value chains in Mozambique, in  partnership with the Institute of Almonds of Mozambique (IAM, IP), in Zambézia (Gilé,  Pebane, Gurué), Niassa, and Maputo (for the institutional component), funded by the  French Development Agency.  
• NAMULI project (January 2024 – December 2026), whose objective is to establish a  Community Conservation Area to reconcile biodiversity conservation in Namuli with rural  development in the Gurué district, in Zambézia, funded by LED and Linsi.  
• SATAF Program (November 2025 – 2028), dedicated to shifting agricultural practices  towards agroecology for coffee, cocoa, and cashew value chains in Côte d’Ivoire,  Mozambique, Tanzania, and Uganda, funded by the European Union. 
• GV4G – Green Value for Growth Program (2026 – 2031), which aims to transform the soy,  cashew and coffee value chains along the Beira and Nacala corridors towards greener and  more inclusive growth, as part of a consortium led by TechnoServe, funded by the  European Union and the Netherlands.

General Objectives of the Mission  The Head of Support Services (Financial Director) will be based in Maputo. The role involves  supporting the development of project support departments, managing finance, accounting,  human resources, and logistics, while strengthening the skills of the existing team. He/She will be  the main point of contact for the headquarters team in France (a financial controller, the HR  manager, the logistics manager, and the CFO) from a technical and functional perspective. You will be responsible for developing the structure of administrative, financial, HR, and logistics  services, as well as the associated tools, in order to ensure compliance with donor regulations in  the use of funds entrusted to the organization. Position within the Organization  Under the hierarchical supervision of the Country Representative and with functional reporting to  headquarters, you will be responsible for the support team in Mozambique. You will work in  collaboration with technical focal points at Nitidæ’s headquarters, as well as with the Country  Representative and the programme teams. Nitidæ currently has 40 staff in Mozambique, with  growth forecast to 50 staff by the end of 2026 and close to 60 in 2027. The support team in  Mozambique currently consists of three people based in Maputo and four staff members located  at project sites in Zambezia (Gilé and Gurué) and Nampula. Responsibilities  Financial, Budgetary, and Accounting Oversight ✓ Implement, supervise, and update management procedures and tools  – Develop a tracking tool for financial reports and audits  – Review payroll tools and ensure alignment with financial systems  – Implement the SAGA software  – Train teams and provide follow-up/support in implementing procedures  – Act as focal point with technical and financial partners during contracting and  administrative/financial monitoring ✓ Financial management  – Update budget tracking for projects in Mozambique as well as budget forecasts  – Produce interim and final financial reports for projects  – Coordinate audit missions  – Prepare project budgets for submission to donors when needed  – Support technical teams in preparing financial proposals ✓ Accounting management  – Support the rollout and use of the SAGA software in Maputo  – Verify and validate accounting entries for all project-related operations  – Supervise bank book management, reconciliations, and cross-checks  – Review monthly accounting packages and ensure submission to headquarters  – Prepare cash-flow forecastsHuman Resources Management  – Train administrative staff and project managers in the proper implementation of  mandatory procedures – Supervise the support team by developing individual action plans and conducting  annual performance reviews – Support the country office in implementing HR policies, compensation frameworks,  and legal compliance (including coordination with labor authorities and salary grid  implementation) – Adapt internal regulations and employee status agreements to national legal  requirements, in collaboration with a local lawyer/legal advisor, and ensure official  registration with relevant authorities – Negotiate contracts with consultants and legal representatives – Ensure all HR documents with potential legal or financial risks are reviewed and  validated – Oversee payroll and HR administration, and ensure proper archiving of all staff records – Monitor registration and payment of social contributions with relevant institutions – Participate in recruitment processes, ensuring transparency and proper onboarding of  new staff – Draft and/or update internal service notes – Ensure work visas are obtained for expatriate staff Logistics and General Services Management  ✓ Supply chain  – Define approval workflows and spending thresholds, and ensure proper use of  procurement request processes (EDB)  – Implement and coordinate the mission’s procurement strategy, ensuring that  purchasing, transport, and storage processes are compliant and effective ✓ Support logistics and asset management  – Ensure teams have the resources, equipment, and services needed to operate  effectively  – Contribute to structuring operational capacity in terms of facilities, equipment, and  services  ✓ Security  – Ensure appropriate systems and frameworks are in place for communication,  movement, and facility management in line with security rules  ✓ Coordination  – Centralize and share logistics information within the mission and with headquarters  – Consolidate internal and external logistics reporting  – Ensure the acquisition and/or renewal of all required authorizations at central and  provincial levels, enabling Nitidæ to operate legally in Mozambique.Candidate Profile ✓ Languages: Portuguese and English required; French is a plus. ✓ Education: Master’s degree (Bac+5) in Finance, Accounting or Management; knowledge  of Procurement and/or Human Resources is a plus. ✓ Experience: At least 3–5 years as Head of Support Services (or in a similar role) in an  international NGO with institutional funding. ✓ Skills: Strong track record in the financial and administrative management of field missions  and in NGO logistics; solid understanding of the NGO sector and international  development aid. ✓ Donor knowledge: Familiarity with AFD, EFI, Enabel, EU and GIZ requirements. ✓ Profile: Integrity, rigour, autonomy, adaptability, strong interpersonal and intercultural  skills, and a drive for continuous improvement.  Employment Conditions Contract type: Fixed-term contract (1 year, renewable), issued under either Mozambican or French  terms  Eligibility: The position is open to qualified Mozambican nationals and to foreign candidates  already holding a valid work permit for Mozambique  Desired start date: Early November 2026, with flexibility for a later start in late 2026 or early 2027  Compensation: Around €40,000 gross per year, depending on the candidate’s profile,  qualifications and experience, with benefits such as housing assistance  Under a French contract: remuneration in accordance with the Syntec Collective Bargaining  Agreement (Cadre status).  Under a Mozambican contract: remuneration in line with Nitidæ’s salary scale in Mozambique.   How to apply?  Interested candidates are invited to apply by sending their CV and cover letter in English  (mandatory), clearly indicating the subject line: “HSS – MOZ”, to:  jobs@nitidae.org ⇨ Applications must be submitted by December 15th, 2026  Nitidæ – 29 rue Imbert-Colomès 69001 LYON – France – Tél : +33 (0)9 73 66 10 17 Site web : www.nitidae.org – Siret : 753 391 150 00020 Selection Process  

• Only complete applications will be reviewed.  
• Incomplete or irrelevant applications will not be considered.  
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a technical test and interview.  
• If you do not receive a response within three weeks after the application deadline, please  consider that your application was not successful.  

If Nitidæ’s mission resonates with you and you are passionate about sustainability, forest  conservation, and agricultural value chains, and eager to apply your skills in finance, HR, logistics,  or administration to create meaningful impact for rural communities, this role is for you! Nitidæ – 29 rue Imbert-Colomès 69001 LYON – France – Tél : +33 (0)9 73 66 10 17 Site web : www.nitidae.org – Siret : 753 391 150 00020