Programme Finance & Compliance Advisor

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February 5, 2026 (20 days left to apply) job requisition :
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With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

** Programme Finance & Compliance Advisor
**** Location**:
Milton Keynes 2 days per week – Hybrid
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* Contract:

** Permanent
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* Hours:

** Full Time 36.5 per week
** Salary:
** CIRCA £42,750
** Travel:
** Up to 25% international travel

Through long-term development projects, emergency responses and advocacy we’ve helped bring lasting change to millions of children, over more than 75 years. And as a Christian organization, everything we do is motivated by our faith as we strive to reflect God’s unconditional love.

Work for World Vision UK and you will be part of a truly global Partnership, building brighter futures for vulnerable children.

As a Disability committed employer, we encourage qualified individuals with a disability to apply and request a reasonable adjustment if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access  as a result of your disability.
** Job Purpose
** The Programme Finance & Compliance Advisor ensures effective financial and compliance management across World Vision UK’s overseas programmes portfolio. This includes the full lifecycle of institutional grants and commercial contracts—from acquisition and proposal development through implementation to close-out.

The role focuses on safeguarding financial integrity, managing compliance and risk, and supporting governance processes for diverse projects, including complex multi-country initiatives. It involves providing expert guidance on donor requirements, conducting due diligence, overseeing financial reporting, and facilitating audits, while building strong relationships with internal teams, donors, and partners.
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Develop robust financial components for grant proposals and commercial bids.
* Conduct donor and partner due diligence and review contracts for compliance.
* Lead financial and compliance training during project start-up.
* Monitor and manage financial risks, co-financing, and match funding requirements.
* Prepare accurate financial reports and claims in line with donor standards.
* Support audits and grant close-out processes.
* Build strong relationships with internal teams, donors, and consortium partners.
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* Qualifications:

*** A degree (or equivalent) and experience in financial management and compliance.
* Working towards or holding a recognised accounting qualification.
* Experience with institutional donor funding requirements.
* Strong skills in developing complex budgets and pricing strategies.
* Ability to manage financial and compliance risks in challenging contexts.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work across cultures.
* Commitment to World Vision’s Christian ethos and values.
** Desirable:
*** Experience with commercial contracts and due diligence processes.
* Knowledge of a second language.
** In return, we offer
*** A flexible and supportive working culture
* Pension scheme (with employer contributions)
* Generous holiday allowance
* Free parking (Milton Keynes office)
* Opportunities for faith-based gatherings, prayer, and devotionals
* A welcoming, purpose-driven team who are passionate about making a difference
** As an active Christian**, this role offers you the opportunity to integrate your faith into your day-to-day work and engage meaningfully with churches across denominations and cultures.

Please upload your CV of full employment history explaining any gaps of employment and reasons for leaving your previous employer. This must be accompanied with a covering letter (max 2 pages) stating how you meet the essential criteria given in the

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