Country Finance Manager Full Time NEW

Country Finance Manager

DRC Ethiopia began operations in 2009 to respond to the needs of populations experiencing conflict, forced displacement, and the effects of climate change and natural disasters. DRC Ethiopia currently has country-wide programmes implemented through three main area offices and two sub-offices in the Gambella, Tigray and Somali regions, as well as its country office in Addis Ababa. Due to its long-standing established presence and experience, DRC is able to respond rapidly to the humanitarian needs of displacement-affected communities through a protection lens, restoring livelihoods and supporting the attainment of durable solutions for displaced persons on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights.

Overall purpose of the role:

This role has a country focus and ensures the financial health and stability of the organization in the legal entity, foster strong donor relationships and support the organizational localization efforts while ensuring compliance to DRC procedures and guidelines within the country. The role contributes to the development of country strategies, which are translated into action plans and day-to-day tasks. The role provides support and/or technical guidance to country operations while overseeing country Finance activities.

Responsibilities:

People Management:

• Lead and manage the finance team (including people planning, performance, well-being, staff development and exit management)
• Support the development and implementation of financial management capacity building of staff in the Country Finance team and provide support to the Area based Finance teams
• Work to build the capacity of finance staff members throughout the program through frequent in-service training sessions and mentoring support.

Financial Management and Planning:

• The Finance Manager will oversee the finance department for the entire operation, providing training and oversight to country office finance staff as well as advising and ensuring adequate support to area office finance staff.
• In close cooperation with Area/Base Managers in geographical area reinforce existing procedures and systems for financial management and control in compliance with guidelines of DRC’s Operations Handbook, internal guidelines, and donor requirements.
• Support timely delivery of quality financial reports to donors and internal reports to colleagues and HQ.
• Ensure compliance with relevant country statutory and other financial obligations such as tax, levies and statutory returns.
• In preparation for local audits, the Finance Manager will support the Country Director and the Senior Management Team of DRC in liaising government officials, and external auditors, related to issues of audit and compliance.
• Contribute to the development of proposals with regards to budgeting in cooperation with Managers.
• Ensure a Master Budget is in place and UpToDate, in Dynamics and lead a monthly gap analysis meeting with Senior Management Team.

Systems Improvement and Compliance:

• Ensure DRC Dynamics is used to its full capacity as per the guidelines set by DRC’s Headquarters and Regional Office.
• Ensure proper application of ERP finance processes across the country, providing remote and in-person field support and guidance.
• Improve and implement comprehensive internal office controls in line with DRC’s Operations Handbook.
• Develop process for approving and monitoring spending to different DRC’s projects through Area Managers.

Reporting and Analysis;

• Review all financial data entries that go into the Dynamics ERP system.
• Review monthly reconciliation of Bank accounts and prepare monthly close out as per the guidelines provided by HQ.
• Ensure that all month & year end accounts reconciliation and closure are done on a timely basis.

As Manager the post-holder is responsible for the following:

• Accountable for achieving DRC’s strategic goals and objectives within the area of responsibility
• Accountable for making significant decisions on what the unit does
• Accountable for people management of direct reports.
• Accountable for making sound decisions based on DRC policies, MOPs, standards, and the advice of technical experts in DRC

About you

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

Experience and technical competencies:

• Have at least six (6) years’ experience in financial management of complex, humanitarian programs.
• At least 3 years’ experience with people management.
• Have highly sensitive to cultural differences and have proven ability to work in a wide variety of cultural contexts.
• Competence in providing technical guidance and training
• Demonstrate strong financial management skills and an in-depth knowledge of international humanitarian organizations.
• Working experience with relevant donor (such as UNHCR, SIDA, EU, ECHO, OCHA, DANIDA, BPRM) financial rules and regulations including financial reporting requirements
• Be proficient in using diverse accounting software such as QuickBooks, Navision, and Microsoft Dynamics, etc.
• Demonstrate expert proficiency in advance Excel with large/complicated financial data analysis and presentation.
• Have excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Education:

• Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
• Professional certification in Accounting.

What we offer

Contract: 1year. . Salary and other conditions are offered in accordance with DRC’s Terms of Employment for Employment band F1- Management.

Availability: May 2025.

Duty station: Addis Ababa

Reporting Line: Country Head of Support Services

Providing equal opportunities We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Promoting high standards : DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process