Head of Finance

International Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
FIGO House, Waterloo Court, 10 Theed Street, London, United Kingdom (with flexible/hybrid working arrangements of at least two days in the office).
c£68,000 per annum.
Hackney

The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is the world’s largest alliance of national societies of obstetrics and gynaecology, bringing together professionals from more than 139 countries and territories. For over 70 years, FIGO has collaborated with leading global health, rights and donor organisations, and is in official relations with the World Health Organisation, holding consultative status with the United Nations.

FIGO is dedicated to improving the health and rights of women and girls, reducing disparities in healthcare, and advancing the science and practice of obstetrics and gynaecology. We pursue our mission through education, research implementation, advocacy and capacity building with and through our member societies.

FIGO’s vision is that women across the world achieve the highest possible standards of physical, mental, reproductive and sexual health and wellbeing throughout their lives. Further information can be found in FIGO’s Strategic plan 2021- 2030.

Headquartered in London, FIGO operates as an international charity with a global portfolio of donor-funded projects. Our work is delivered through close collaboration between programme, project, operations and finance colleagues, supported by strong governance through our Board of Trustees and Finance & Risk Committee.

THE ROLE

Thank you for your interest in the role of Head of Finance at the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO). We are delighted that you are considering joining us at an exciting and pivotal moment in our organisational journey, as we continue to strengthen our impact for women’s and girls’ health worldwide.

This is a senior, hands-on finance leadership role, reporting directly to the Chief Executive and holding overall responsibility for FIGO’s financial performance and stewardship. As Head of Finance, you will be a trusted business partner to the Senior Leadership Team, Trustees, project teams and colleagues across the organisation, enabling confident decision-making, strong financial governance and the effective delivery of our global programmes.

You will be a qualified accountant with the credibility and curiosity to operate in a complex, international charity environment. Leading a small, committed finance team, you will take direct responsibility for management accounts, budgeting and forecasting, audit, and the financial management of donor funded projects. You will be equally comfortable working at pace on detailed financial matters and contributing strategic insight, driving continuous improvement and building financial capability across the organisation.

INFORMATION

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How to apply

To make an application, please click on the apply now button below, with the following prepared:

  • Your CV (no more than three sides).
  • A supporting statement (no more than two sides) that sets out why you think this role is the right move for you and how you meet the knowledge and experience criteria.

Closing date
Monday 2nd February 2026

Preliminary interviews
w/c Monday 16th and w/c Monday 23rd February 2026

Final Panel interviews
w/c Monday 9th March 2026

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