Regional Finance Manager
4 weeks ago
Regional Finance Manager (Re-advertised)
Are you ready to pursue an exciting opportunity with a progressive humanitarian organisation in a senior management role? Would you thrive working in one of the world’s most challenging humanitarian regions, the Middle East?
Who are we?
Danish Refugee Council is a leading humanitarian agency pursuing our mandate to protect and promote durable solutions to displacement-affected populations based on humanitarian principles. DRC applies a regional approach with operational presence in Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Turkey & Yemen with a Middle East Regional Office (MERO) based in Amman, Jordan, which has 30 staff. Overall in the region DRC Middle East has more than 1,800 staff and an operating budget of USD 120 million.
About the job
Under the management of the Regional Head of Support Services (RHoSS), the Regional Finance Manager (RFM) is responsible for sound financial management and planning of DRC’s operations in the MERO and at times, to extend technical guidance to country offices (when required). The post holder will be accountable for financial management and compliance of regional office and responsible for managing the finance functions. This position requires a high level of financial planning, including capacity building of staff.
Furthermore, The Regional Finance Manager should ensure a good and efficient cooperation, communication and collaboration with the Finance Department at the HQ (in Copenhagen, Denmark).
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Finance (Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting)
Participate in improving structures, systems and routines that enhances the effectiveness and efficiency of programme implementation in general
Contribute to the development of regional office plans and Financial Priorities in accordance with DRC Global Policies and guidelines that will ensure the regional staff adhere to plans and monitor results against expected outcomes and indicators
Participate in the preparation of budgets for new project proposals in close collaboration with respective budget holders
Produce and/or ensure high-level donor financial report(s) for ME regional office and of the regional projects
Prepare Regional office Master Budget in consultation with RHOSS
Produce monthly financial dashboard including gap analysis report for Management use
Produce and conduct BFU meetings for budget holders and technical coordinators within regional office
Liaise with headquarters finance and business controllers regarding Regional financial matters
Thoroughly verify the documents submitted for payment and provide budget codes for Regional Office costs (when necessary)
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data entered into DRC Dynamics and that all expenses are in accordance with the donor budgets
Provide support that donor budgets are fully utilized and on time
Control the cash holdings and cash flow
High quality and timely reporting to donors, headquarters etc.
Ensure month end closure report to submit to HQ is accurate and timely
Ensure maintenance of a transparent and consequent cost-allocation system for shared costs in line with Shared Cost policy
Audit Management and Compliance
Accommodate and support donor financial audits of projects as well as internal financial audits at the MERO, in good coordination and communication with the Finance Department at the HQ;
Check and monitor the full compliance of the financial documents of the MERO expenses, considering the internal requirements of DRC but also the external requirements in terms of compliance (donors and potential legal obligations)
Follow up with country offices within the ME region regarding the implementation of institutional audit recommendations and support their audit action plans as and when required
Ensure maintenance and efficient application of audit findings tracking system in the ME region
Ensure compliance with DRC financial procedures as well as with local legislation. The Regional Finance Manager is responsible for maintaining efficient controlling mechanisms within the area of responsibility
People Management and Leadership
Lead and manage the Finance team in the ME regional office
Participate in the recruitment of key Finance staff in the country offices (when requested for support)
Work to build the capacity of finance staff as well as programme staff for a good budget management through frequent in-service training sessions and mentoring support
To actively support talent management initiatives within the wider DRC finance community
DRC Dynamics ERP System
Actively engage and potentially co-lead within the ME region the implementation of finance related new development, rolled out by HQ
Ensure ERP Finance and project functionality is properly used by Relevant staff
Organize and train on DRC Dynamics Finance and projects functionality in the regional office
Act as Super User for most of the Projects & Finance functionality
Others
Any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the line manager
About you
Experience and technical competencies:
(include years of experience)
At least ( 5 ) years’ experience in a senior financial management position
At least ( 3 ) years’ experience with people management
Proven experience in managing large budgets
Proven leadership skills and competence in people management
Competence in providing technical guidance and training
Proven experience in working with national partners, local/government authorities
Experience working for a leading INGO, with in-depth knowledge of donor requirements
Advanced proficiency in Excel as well as experience working on ERP system
Education:
Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting or Business Administration
Professional Qualification such as ACCA, CMA, CPA or equivalent relevant education is desired
Languages
Full professional proficiency in English (verbal and written)
Arabic – Excellent
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
Striving for excellence : You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating : You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead : You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating : You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity : Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: ( 24 ) months
(extension based on funds and performance).
Start date:
as soon as possible
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals. This position is a “ NATIONAL CONTRACT POSITION”
and will be placed at Management ( F ) band.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.
A
pplications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications:
April 22nd, 2024
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right of conducting tests and interviews before the closing date, and can close the advertisement earlier in case of finding a suitable candidate.
Regional Finance Manager (Re-advertised)
Are you ready to pursue an exciting opportunity with a progressive humanitarian organisation in a senior management role? Would you thrive working in one of the world’s most challenging humanitarian regions, the Middle East?
Who are we?
Danish Refugee Council is a leading humanitarian agency pursuing our mandate to protect and promote durable solutions to displacement-affected populations based on humanitarian principles. DRC applies a regional approach with operational presence in Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Turkey & Yemen with a Middle East Regional Office (MERO) based in Amman, Jordan, which has 30 staff. Overall in the region DRC Middle East has more than 1,800 staff and an operating budget of USD 120 million.
About the job
Under the management of the Regional Head of Support Services (RHoSS), the Regional Finance Manager (RFM) is responsible for sound financial management and planning of DRC’s operations in the MERO and at times, to extend technical guidance to country offices (when required). The post holder will be accountable for financial management and compliance of regional office and responsible for managing the finance functions. This position requires a high level of financial planning, including capacity building of staff.
Furthermore, The Regional Finance Manager should ensure a good and efficient cooperation, communication and collaboration with the Finance Department at the HQ (in Copenhagen, Denmark).
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Finance (Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting)
Participate in improving structures, systems and routines that enhances the effectiveness and efficiency of programme implementation in general
Contribute to the development of regional office plans and Financial Priorities in accordance with DRC Global Policies and guidelines that will ensure the regional staff adhere to plans and monitor results against expected outcomes and indicators
Participate in the preparation of budgets for new project proposals in close collaboration with respective budget holders
Produce and/or ensure high-level donor financial report(s) for ME regional office and of the regional projects
Prepare Regional office Master Budget in consultation with RHOSS
Produce monthly financial dashboard including gap analysis report for Management use
Produce and conduct BFU meetings for budget holders and technical coordinators within regional office
Liaise with headquarters finance and business controllers regarding Regional financial matters
Thoroughly verify the documents submitted for payment and provide budget codes for Regional Office costs (when necessary)
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data entered into DRC Dynamics and that all expenses are in accordance with the donor budgets
Provide support that donor budgets are fully utilized and on time
Control the cash holdings and cash flow
High quality and timely reporting to donors, headquarters etc.
Ensure month end closure report to submit to HQ is accurate and timely
Ensure maintenance of a transparent and consequent cost-allocation system for shared costs in line with Shared Cost policy
Audit Management and Compliance
Accommodate and support donor financial audits of projects as well as internal financial audits at the MERO, in good coordination and communication with the Finance Department at the HQ;
Check and monitor the full compliance of the financial documents of the MERO expenses, considering the internal requirements of DRC but also the external requirements in terms of compliance (donors and potential legal obligations)
Follow up with country offices within the ME region regarding the implementation of institutional audit recommendations and support their audit action plans as and when required
Ensure maintenance and efficient application of audit findings tracking system in the ME region
Ensure compliance with DRC financial procedures as well as with local legislation. The Regional Finance Manager is responsible for maintaining efficient controlling mechanisms within the area of responsibility
People Management and Leadership
Lead and manage the Finance team in the ME regional office
Participate in the recruitment of key Finance staff in the country offices (when requested for support)
Work to build the capacity of finance staff as well as programme staff for a good budget management through frequent in-service training sessions and mentoring support
To actively support talent management initiatives within the wider DRC finance community
DRC Dynamics ERP System
Actively engage and potentially co-lead within the ME region the implementation of finance related new development, rolled out by HQ
Ensure ERP Finance and project functionality is properly used by Relevant staff
Organize and train on DRC Dynamics Finance and projects functionality in the regional office
Act as Super User for most of the Projects & Finance functionality
Others
Any other reasonable tasks as assigned by the line manager
About you
Experience and technical competencies:
(include years of experience)
At least ( 5 ) years’ experience in a senior financial management position
At least ( 3 ) years’ experience with people management
Proven experience in managing large budgets
Proven leadership skills and competence in people management
Competence in providing technical guidance and training
Proven experience in working with national partners, local/government authorities
Experience working for a leading INGO, with in-depth knowledge of donor requirements
Advanced proficiency in Excel as well as experience working on ERP system
Education:
Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting or Business Administration
Professional Qualification such as ACCA, CMA, CPA or equivalent relevant education is desired
Languages
Full professional proficiency in English (verbal and written)
Arabic – Excellent
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
Striving for excellence : You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating : You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead : You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating : You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity : Upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: ( 24 ) months
(extension based on funds and performance).
Start date:
as soon as possible
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals. This position is a “ NATIONAL CONTRACT POSITION”
and will be placed at Management ( F ) band.
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.
A
pplications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications:
April 22nd, 2024
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right of conducting tests and interviews before the closing date, and can close the advertisement earlier in case of finding a suitable candidate.
DRC as an employer
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:
Professionalism, impact & expertise
Humanitarian approach & the work we do
Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
Culture, values & strong leadership
Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers .
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants regardless of race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, or marital status. We have a strong ambition to further enhance the diversity of our workforce and our goal is to achieve 50% gender balance and at least 50% representation of national staff in management roles. We acknowledge the importance of fostering a diverse and inclusive team to successfully achieve our organizational goals and positively impact the communities we serve.
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Application due:
4/22/2024
Workplace:
Amman
Department/Country:
Middle East Region
Contract type:
National contract
Homepage:
drc.ngo
ABOUT DRC
Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 40 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.
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