Finance Manager Iraq

What We are Looking For

NRC Iraq is looking for a Finance Manager to join the mission. The role holder will be tasked with ensuring that financial set up and processes in NRC Iraq are according to NRC standards and processes as well as supporting programme/project implementation.

If you are an experienced, enthusiastic, and highly motivated profile with excellent communication skills then this is the role for you!

 What You Will Do

This position will have the following as the major specific responsibilities:

• Accounting and Cashflow Management
• Budgeting and Reporting
• Financial Analysis
• Supporting Documentation, Financial Systems and Auditing
• Capacity Building and Programme Support

Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position. 

What You Will Bring

• Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a senior Financial Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Solid knowledge of computer software and modern accounting systems.
• Knowledge and skills in cash-based interventions and financial service provider assessments.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience of implementing change and updating processes in line with organisation current ways of working.
• Proven experience in empowering and capacity building budget holders.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in financial systems and structures development.
• Experience in leading Finance units during start-up, exit or emergency response phases of operation. 
• Knowledge of the Middle East context.
• Knowledge of the Arabic language is an added advantage.

What We Offer

• Erbil, Iraq duty station.
• 12-month contract duration.
• Senior Grade 9 in NRC’s Salary Scale. NRC offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer and aims to have staffing diversity in terms of age, gender, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Important information about the application process

• Apply by completing all the system-required fields of your employment history, experience, responsibilities, and education in your application. Please ensure you attach your academic and professional certifications.
• Ensure to attach your latest CV.
• Submit your application and CV in English.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as per your passport.
• Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position. Unfortunately, we do not have the resources to give detailed feedback to applicants who have not been shortlisted.
• For any queries, please email us at mero.recruitment@nrc.no with “Finance Manager- Iraq” as the subject line.

Why NRC?

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organization helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

Learn more about NRC’s operations in Iraq here.

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