Norwegian Refugee Council Jobs

Job Title: Finance Coordinator

Duty Station: Bossaso - Puntland

Contract Period: One year (with possibility of extension)

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Reporting to: Area Manager - Puntland

The NRC Programme

Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has been present in Somaliland since early 2004 for implementation of Education, Shelter and School Feeding projects for IDPs, refugees and local population. In 2006, security and programme assessments were conducted to other locations in Somalia for expansion after which NRC opened the Puntland office (Bossaso) in October 2006.

The presence in Mogadishu and Dadaab in Kenya started early 2007. Presence was established and activities started in Ethiopia in 2011.

NRC Horn of Africa mission is supported through a Country Office in Nairobi (Kenya) with the overall objective of enhancing protection and promoting the rights of the displaced persons in humanitarian need by improving living conditions and seeking durable solutions.

Job Purpose

Finance Coordinator is responsible for overall establishment and implementation of the financial systems.

The coordinator shall ensure that the objectives are fulfilled in accordance with NRC’s mandate, policies and country specific strategy.

Task and Responsibilities

Ensure financial management systems and procedures are in place and that NRC’s and donors’ accounting practices and standards are adhered to Oversee the financial accounting, management, monitoring and reporting Assist in preparing cash forecasts, maintaining overall budget control and monitoring cash flows and expenditures Ensure that all the accounts are reconciled on monthly basis and advise budget holders on anticipated overspending/underspending issues Oversee all financial requests made by the projects, and ensure that NRC’s external financial obligations are met Ensure accurate maintenance of all NRC financial and accounting files and transactions Monitor and disburse program budgets as per approved expenditures and budget lines Provide up-to-date analysis and regular reports of the financial status Support Project Managers in budget preparation, revision as well as proposals development Ensure proper management of accounting documents and records Prepare and submit periodic financial reports as required by NRC, donors or local authorities Assign duties, supervise, train and appraise Finance Officers. Achievement Indicators Financial systems are implemented in accordance with NRC and donor guidelines Capacity building needs for finance staff are assessed and implemented Quality financial reports have been produced as required Budget monitoring is done regularly, areas of concern are flagged in timely manner NRC and donor financial procedures have been adhered Profile of Person Formal Education & Professional Background Degree/Diploma in finance/accounting related field of study Experience in personnel management Experience in Grant Management an asset Experience of working with refugee/IDP related issues is an asset Essential Skills Significant understanding of complex emergencies Extensive knowledge on the situation in Somalia/Kenya Proven communication, interpersonal and leadership skills Fluency in English Strong Report writing skills Computer literacy is essential Personal Qualities Goal oriented and visionary Ability to work under pressure, Able to work independently and with limited supervision Flexible and creative Good sense of humor Signed, (Date) ______, 2012, (Employer) (Employee) By signing this job description, the employee accepts them as well as the NRC Guiding Principles on Sexual Harassment and the General Code of Conduct for all NRC’s field personnel attached to this document. Location: Dadaab Position Vacant: Finance Coordinator - Dadaab Reporting to: Area Manager Duration of Contract: ASAP to 31st December 2012 (with possible extension) Main Responsibilities include: Ensure financial management systems and procedures are in place and that NRC’s and donors’ accounting practices and standards are adhered to Oversee the financial accounting, management, monitoring and reporting Assist in preparing cash forecasts, maintaining overall budget control and monitoring cash flows and expenditures Ensure that all the accounts are reconciled on monthly basis Oversee all financial requests made by the projects, and ensure that NRC’s external financial obligations are met Ensure accurate maintenance of all NRC financial and accounting files and transactions Monitor and disburse program budgets as per approved expenditures and budget lines Provide up-to-date analysis and regular reports of the financial status Support Project Managers in budget preparation, revision as well as proposals development Ensure proper management of accounting documents and records Prepare and submit periodic financial reports as required by NRC, donors or local authorities Assign duties, supervise, train and appraise Finance Officers Required skills and qualifications: Degree in Accounting/Financial Management A minimum of 5 years experience (experience working in an NGO is desirable) Strong computer skills (good knowledge of Excel) and Report writing skills Ability and willingness to work under pressure as part of a professional team. Excellent interpersonal skills, including cultural sensitivity, assertiveness and negotiating skills. Fluency in spoken and written English and Kiswahili. Significant understanding of complex emergencies. Proven communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. Experience with multi-donor programmes. Experience in personnel management. Deadline for Applications: 9th March 2012 Applications should be submitted to: Norwegian Refugee Council, P O Box 21211-00100 Nairobi, Kenya Email Address: recruitment_nb [at] som.nrc.no Only the short listed candidates will be contacted. The Norwegian Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer, with no discrimination in terms of sex, age, religion, ethnic origin or political affiliation.