The purpose of a Finance Coordinator is to implement delegated area of responsibility andย support programme/project partnerships & localization.
The Finance Coordinator reports to the Finance Manager.
Generic responsibilitiesย
Implement NRCโs systems and procedures.
Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines, and donor requirements
Prepare and submit reports and analysisย
Ensure proper filing of all support documents
Ensure that the accounting, monitoring, and reporting are according to proceduresย
Support project partner staff in financial matters
Specific responsibilitiesย
Ensure proper financial and accounting system with strong internal control systems are place for partner organizations.
Consolidate financial reports, fund requests and budget amendments in a timely manner for the partners.
Through monthly visits to partners, monitor project expenditures, provide technical support, identify risks and suggest mitigation measures.
Review and monitor budgets for all partners to support financial stability, efficiency, and value for money.
Be the focal point for review and provide technical guidance/support to partners for budget preparation, budget revisions and occasionally participate in any such meetings to foster compliance and address any financial issues arising from both NRC and partners.
Ensure that all procurements, payments, and other transactions at the partner level are in line with donor financial guidelines, rules and regulations for procurement, accounting, and reporting
Coordinate the audits with the partner as per the donor requirements.
Keep the management informed about the progress and identifies risks at partner level.
Any other duties assigned by the Finance Manager
University degree in Accounting and Financeย
Certified Public Accountant (CPA II), or equivalent
3 yearsโ experience from working as a Finance Coordinator in a humanitarian/recovery context
Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the positionโs responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profileย
Fluency in English, both written and verbalย
Solid knowledge of computer software and modern accounting systems
Experience working with Partners is an added advantage
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. We work in crises across more than 31 countries, providing emergencies and long-term assistance to millions of people every year. We stand up for people forced to flee, advocating their rights. NORCAP, our global provider of expertise, helps improve international and local ability to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from crises. NRC also runs the Internal Displacement Monitoring Centre in Geneva, a global leader in reporting on and advocating for people displaced within their own country. Employment with NRC may lead to employment in or deployment to Regions, Countries, Areas or Offices that may be host to considerable health, safety and security risks. NRC takes this very seriously and we have procedures in place to reduce known risks, but will never be able to take away all risks. NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality and physical ability.
At NORCAP, we work to better protect and empower people affected by crises and climate change. With expertise in the humanitarian, development and peacebuilding sectors, we collaborate with local, national and international partners on finding solutions to meet the needs of people at risk. NORCAP is part of the Norwegian Refugee Council.