Application Guide

How to Apply for Finance and Admin Officer, STRIDES, Global Health Programs

at Path

🏢 About Path

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to health equity, working across 70+ countries to develop and scale innovative health solutions. With a focus on partnerships and data-driven impact, PATH offers a collaborative culture where finance professionals directly contribute to saving lives through programs like STRIDES.

About This Role

As the Finance and Admin Officer for STRIDES, you'll manage the financial backbone of a global health program, ensuring funds are used effectively to strengthen health systems. This role is critical for maintaining donor compliance and enabling program teams to focus on impact, making you a key partner in global health delivery.

💡 A Day in the Life

Start your day by reviewing emails from program leads across time zones, then process invoices and expense reports for approval. Mid-morning, you might join a virtual check-in with the STRIDES team to discuss budget forecasts, followed by updating financial tracking spreadsheets. After lunch, you prepare a compliance report for an upcoming donor audit and troubleshoot an accounting discrepancy with the procurement team.

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🎯 Who Path Is Looking For

  • 3+ years of finance and admin experience in global health or nonprofit settings, with a track record of managing donor-funded projects (e.g., USAID, Gates Foundation).
  • Expert in accounting principles (GAAP/FASB) and financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP), with advanced Excel skills for budgeting and reporting.
  • Detail-oriented and compliance-focused, able to navigate complex donor regulations and organizational policies without oversight.
  • A self-starter who thrives in a remote, cross-cultural environment, communicating clearly with program leads and remote teams.

📝 Tips for Applying to Path

1

Highlight specific experience with donor-funded programs (e.g., USAID, CDC) in your resume, using quantifiable achievements like 'managed $2M budget with 98% compliance rate.'

2

Tailor your cover letter to mention PATH's mission and the STRIDES program specifically—show you've researched their work in global health.

3

Demonstrate proficiency in financial software by listing the exact tools you've used (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite) and include a brief example of how you improved a process.

4

Given remote nature, emphasize your time management and communication skills with examples of successfully working across time zones.

5

Include any certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, or nonprofit accounting certificates) prominently, as they signal readiness for the role.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for global health equity and alignment with PATH's mission to accelerate health impact.", 'Concrete examples of managing budgets and financial reporting for international health projects.', 'Your ability to ensure compliance with donor regulations while supporting programmatic goals.', 'How your admin skills (e.g., vendor management, procurement) streamline operations for remote teams.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore PATH's Global Health Programs page to understand the STRIDES project's focus and current partners.
  • → Review PATH's annual report and financial statements to see how they report impact and manage funds.
  • → Learn about PATH's core values (e.g., innovation, collaboration) and how they integrate into daily operations.
  • → Check recent news about PATH's work in health systems strengthening to discuss in your interview.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through how you would prepare a quarterly financial report for a donor with specific compliance requirements.
2 Describe a time you identified a financial discrepancy and how you resolved it.
3 How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple program budgets and administrative duties simultaneously?
4 What experience do you have with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Teams, Asana) and managing finances across time zones?
5 How would you ensure the STRIDES project remains within budget while adapting to changing program needs?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention PATH or the STRIDES program—customization is critical.
  • Overlooking the remote aspect: failing to demonstrate your ability to work independently and communicate asynchronously.
  • Ignoring donor compliance details: not showcasing your knowledge of federal grant regulations (e.g., 2 CFR 200) or donor-specific rules.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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