Finance Manager
Quick answer
International NGO Safety Organisation is hiring a mid-senior Finance Manager for its Syria program, based in Damascus, with a 12-month renewable fixed-term contract and specific benefits.
- Role
- Finance Manager
- Organization
- International NGO Safety Organisation
- Location
- Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The Finance Manager will be responsible for protecting the financial health and integrity of the project by enforcing appropriate accounting and financial procedures and policies, providing timely and accurate financial data, and orienting staff in financial management, audits, and procedures compliance.
What you'll do
- Oversee the financial record-keeping function of the project
- Develop the annual budget of the project
- Support the Director in the grants management function
- Set up a secure filing system for the financial documentation
- Maintain healthy financial practices across the project
- Provide leadership oversight and administrative direction to the Project Finance Team
What it takes
- 5+ years of experience in a similar position in the NGO sector
- Proficient in SUNSYSTEM, the Q&A reporting tool and Excel
- Fluent in English (written and spoken)
- Donor/contract management experience and donor policy knowledge (preferably SDC, FCDO, ECHO and others)
- Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, management or economics
- Understanding of humanitarian principles and practices
What you'll bring
How we treat you
12-month renewable fixed-term contract, 1.75 working days annual leave per month, private health insurance coverage, or allowance
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 5+ years of experience in a similar position, proficiency in SUNSYSTEM and Excel, fluency in English, donor/contract management experience, and a Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, management or economics.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted to jobs@syr.ngosafety.org and should include an updated CV and a cover letter detailing why you are interested in working for INSO and how your qualifications align with the competencies required for the role, in addition to answering the three specific questions provided in the job description.
How to apply
Apply directly on International NGO Safety Organisation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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