Director of Finance and Administration

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Blue Alliance Marine Protected Areas

is an international non‑profit dedicated to the management of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) for the benefit of people and wildlife. We partner with governments to build and manage MPAs that regenerate coral reef ecosystems, replenish degraded fisheries and improve lives of local communities. As of 2025, Blue Alliance and partners manage 4 large MPAs in Indonesia, the Philippines and Tanzania, preserving 2,000,000 ha of high‑biodiverse coral reefs, protecting more than 60 endangered species and improving livelihoods of over 30,000 coastal community members. New MPAs are in preparation. Blue Alliance oversees day‑to‑day co‑management of the Marine Protected Area network in Banggai (Central Sulawesi) and soon in Maluku province. Main activities include Community Development & Engagement, Biodiversity Conservation & Science, Management & Infrastructure, and Law Compliance.

We also develop a portfolio of three reef‑positive businesses in and around the Conservation Areas: community‑based aquaculture, sustainable eco‑tourism, and responsible fishery. This presents an attractive opportunity to join an exponentially growing organisation driven by a passionate team.

Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Finance to oversee day‑to‑day financial aspects of the conservation areas and the portfolio of social enterprises. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing cross‑functional teams, developing and implementing financial strategies, and optimising business processes to drive growth and profitability.

Reporting Lines The Finance Director reports to the head office finance director and collaborates with the senior Management team of the conservation areas and social enterprises.

Who You Are

At least 10 years’ experience in a leadership role (staff management included)

Able to make financial recommendations to improve overall performance

Accounting qualification and management information systems skills appreciated

Previous experience in non‑profit organisations is an advantage

Willingness to travel and a genuine interest in field activities to support financial operations

Fluency in both Bahasa and English

General Duties and Responsibilities 1. Management Team Member

Key member of the senior Management team

Works across all entities to enhance core organisational business functions

Contributes to development of Blue Alliance’s strategic goals and works collaboratively to achieve them

Assists in institutional relationship management

2. Strategic Leadership and Governance

Develops and implements strategic objectives per entity aligned with group strategy

Works with Managers of Reef‑positive businesses, Blue Alliance and Department Directors to prepare strategic financial plans

Defines the 3‑year financial plan for each program with regular financial projections and cash plan

3. Finance and Accounting Management Finance & Financial Control

Ensures all programs have adequate funding and liquidity according to financial plan, annual budgets and local needs

Ensures monthly reporting of financial situation of all entities and cash‑flow projections

Identifies deviations from financial plan/annual budget and works with management to clarify reasons and propose remediation measures

Participates in procurement processes via confirmation of budgets and/or validation of special requests

Accounting & Procurement Control

Ensures adequate accounting practices for all entities in terms of accounting system, transaction recording, bank accounts and petty cash

Monitors procurement processes, practices of different entities and banking activities regularly

Ensures regular reconciliations between the accounting system and bank accounts

Monitors payments due to suppliers and due by customers/partners and ensures timely payments

Coordinates with administration teams/departments and monitors fixed‑asset registries and valuations

Ensures legal and tax compliance with respect to filing and payments of all institutional taxes and duties

4. Compliance and Filing

Reviews practices of all entities for compliance with policies, procedures and manuals on a regular basis

Ensures social, legal and tax compliance, including social contributions and renewal of business permits and licenses

5. Stakeholders Management & Reporting

Reports regularly on local program progress versus annual budgets

Reports on ad hoc basis any significant deviation from original plans and proposes remediation measures or adjustments

Develops good relations with local and international external stakeholders to ensure sound conditions for group development

6. Human Resources (HR)

Reviews practices of all entities for compliance with policies, procedures and manuals on a regular basis

Supervises monthly payroll, bonuses and social contribution payments

Defines with senior Management team the right staff management framework (performance management, financial/non‑financial incentives, payroll, capacity building, working conditions and discipline management)

Works with senior Management team to adapt and implement standards in each program

Oversees recruitment and screening services to ensure fair, transparent and compliant hiring practices

7. Frameworks and Tools

Develops and implements standard frameworks and tools for the group to work efficiently, including project‑management frameworks, shared technical platforms, internal and external communication tools (excluding marketing tools)

Conducts regular reviews of these frameworks and tools

Qualifications and Experience

Payroll: X years of experience

Taxation: Y years of experience

Accounting software: [list of experienced software]

Availability to travel when required

Experience as a Start‑Up Coordinator: Z years

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