Finance and Administration Manager

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an international NGO providing humanitarian assistance in times of crisis by helping to uphold the rights of the displaced in terms of shelter, education, legal assistance and distribution. www.nrc.no

NRC is now recruiting for the Finance and Administration Manager. The Finance & Administration Manager reports to the Country Director.

Job description Have the overall responsibility to maintain overall budget control and monitor cash flows and expenditure Provide up-to-date analysis and required reports of the financial situations in the projects/programmes Supervisory role for the Finance, Human Resource, Logistics and ICT Coordinators/Officers Ensure proper maintenance of NRC’s archives Should play an active role in the overall management of the organization

Qualifications Relevant educational background (Business Administration/Financial Management or other relevant educational background combined with professional experience) Should have minimum 03-05 years experience in similar capacity Experience of work with Windows based computer software, and modern accounting systems High level analytical and communication skills including advanced English language skills. Proficiency in both Sinhala and Tamil is desirable. Ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision

All employees of the Norwegian Refugee Council should be able to adhere to our Codes of Conduct and the four organizational values: Dedicated, innovative, inclusive and accountable.

We offer Commencement: August 2011 Contract period: 12months with possible extension Salary/benefits: The NRC offers a competitive salary and social benefits package. Women are strongly encouraged to apply. This is a national position.

Application procedures and CV registration go to: http://www.webcruiter.no/WcMain/AdvertViewPublic.aspx?oppdragsnr=1109600...

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