Finance Manager - Syria Mission

About the role

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is recruiting a Finance Manager for its Syria mission in Damascus. The role holder sets up finance according to NRC standards and supports programme and project implementation. It is a 12-month contract at Grade 9 in NRC's salary scale, with about 20-30% travel.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Financial Handbook, NRC policies, donor and auditor requirements
• Implement financial systems, routines and procedures
• Control budgets and monitor cash flow
• Line manage staff and train them in financial responsibilities
• Provide financial reporting and analysis
• Implement anti-corruption policy

Required profile

• Senior financial management experience in a humanitarian or recovery context
• Expertise in cash-based interventions and financial service provider assessments
• Track record developing financial systems and structures, especially during change management
• Exposure to start-ups, change management, exit or emergency response
• Knowledge of the Syria context and experience in complex, volatile settings
• Fluent English, written and spoken

Required skills

• Proficiency in computer software and modern accounting systems
• Budget control and financial reporting

What we offer

• Damascus, Syria duty station
• 12-month contract duration
• Approximately 20-30% travel
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Applications must be submitted online in English with a CV attached; internal candidates use their official NRC account. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.