Country: Lebanon
Closing date: 06 Nov 2016
Norwegian Red Cross is a member of the world wide Red Cross Movement working in the fields of relief and assistance and the development of sister Red Cross societies. Norwegian Red Cross has established regional- and country representations, to ensure proximity to key partner Red Cross / Red Crescent societies as well as donors and international partners.
We are now seeking a Regional Finance Manager for Middle East & North Africa region to be based in Beirut.
The Regional Finance Manager is in charge of coordinating all the financial management and follow up in the region. He/she should have the total overview of the financial situation in the region, and liaise closely with the Programme Finance Coordinator at HQ. He/she coordinates the budgeting process at a regional level, with timely input from country managers and regional representative. The Regional Finance Manager requests disbursements of funds from HQ based on background documentation from the NS/country managers. The Regional Finance Manager also oversees and supports the accountants in the region, enabling them to book expenditure correctly and in a timely manner. The potential for this function to serve as a deputy to the Regional Representative is currently being assessed and may (or may not) in time be incorporated into this position, according to operational need.
The position reports to the Middle East & North Africa Regional Representative of Norwegian Red Cross, based in Beirut.
Main responsibilities
• Coordinate the financial planning and financial management of the entire regional portfolio
• Provide technical advice and support to Country Managers on financial matters including Quality assurance of NS budgets/plans and supporting country offices in establishing and maintaining appropriate finance setup and systems
• Follow up and monitor procurement process in the region according with NorCross procurement procedures and existing NS’s regulations.
• Perform risk management regarding supply contracts and agreements and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs
• Supports the regional representative by coordinating the annual budget process for the region, in line with guidelines from Finance Department at HQ
• Responsible to provide technical support as well monitoring and reporting for the FD programs implement in MENA
• He/She supports the Regional Representative in HR management of the Delegates in the Region ensuring the application of all established HR NorCross policies and procedures.
Qualifications and Personal Skills we are looking for
• Higher education/ university degree in a relevant field (can be compensated by significant experience)
• Minimum 5 years field experience from humanitarian work, in relevant field.
Red Cross /Red Crescent Movement experience is an asset
• Experience in an advisory role in Finance development, and risk management
• Experience in managing procurements and implementing procurement procedures in an unstable and challenging environment
• Proven experience in budgeting and budget management
• Experience with EU/ ECHO procedures, requirements and reports is an asset
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, etc.), experience in accounting softwares is required
• Excellent level of English is required, oral and verbal. Arabic is an asset
• Willingness to travel in the region and to field sites as required
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues and/or partners from varied cultures and professional background
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent cooperation skills in a multicultural environment
• Excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to coach and mentor
We offer
• A meaningful job in the world's largest humanitarian organization
• Salary/benefits according to the Norwegian Red Cross’ salary system and relevant qualifications
• Family posting: Yes
Other
• Driving Licence Class B1 is a requirement for the position
• Contract period: 24 months (with possible extension)
How to apply:
Application deadline 06.11.2017
To apply for the position, please see the Norwegian Red Cross' webpages https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationInit.aspx?cid=1212&ProjectId=143777&DepartmentId...