Finance Specialist

Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, dedicated to supporting refugees and displaced persons. Established in 1956, DRC operates in multiple countries across the globe, focusing on providing assistance in conflict-affected areas. The organization employs thousands of staff members and is committed to ensuring the protection and empowerment of vulnerable populations. DRC's mission is to promote durable solutions for refugees and displaced persons, advocating for their rights and providing them with the necessary support to rebuild their lives. The organization operates in various sectors, including protection, livelihoods, and education, and works closely with local partners and communities to implement its programs effectively.

Job Overview:
The Finance Specialist position at DRC is a critical role focused on financial management, reporting, and compliance for the organization's operations in Thailand, specifically in Bangkok. The specialist will be responsible for providing financial support to regional projects and ensuring adherence to DRC's financial guidelines and procedures. This role requires a deep understanding of financial management principles and practices, as well as the ability to provide technical guidance to budget holders and project colleagues. The Finance Specialist will play a key role in capacity building for financial management among staff, ensuring that all financial operations align with DRC’s Operations Handbook and donor requirements. The position demands a proactive approach to financial oversight, including the development of training sessions for budget holders and the timely delivery of quality financial reports to both donors and internal stakeholders. The specialist will also be involved in budgetary control, cash forecasting, and maintaining an overview of funding levels, ensuring that all financial activities are conducted efficiently and transparently.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Specialist will have a comprehensive set of duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to: supporting the development and implementation of financial management capacity building for staff; providing technical support and advice to budget holders and program colleagues; reinforcing existing procedures and systems for financial management and control; organizing training sessions for budget holders on financial management topics; ensuring timely delivery of quality financial reports to donors and internal stakeholders; updating monthly budget follow-up tools for regional projects; conducting monthly financial briefings with relevant managers; ensuring thorough budgetary control in country programs; liaising with managers on key financial issues; collecting cash forecasts from program managers; maintaining an overview of funding levels; ensuring monthly meetings with project managers to discuss financial variances; updating and maintaining the Master Budget; designing staff allocation tables; ensuring reconciliation between donor agreements and approved budgets; and following up on open committed costs and pending transactions.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for the Finance Specialist position, candidates must possess a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration. Additionally, a minimum of three years of practical experience in financial management, preferably within an INGO or NGO context, is required. Candidates should demonstrate proven experience in managing large budgets and providing technical guidance and training to staff. Experience working with national partners and local or government authorities is essential, as is familiarity with relevant donor guidelines such as those from UNHCR, ECHO, OFDA, WFP, DFID, or BPRM. Advanced proficiency in Excel is necessary, along with full professional proficiency in English and full proficiency in Thai, including writing skills.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration. This advanced degree is essential for understanding complex financial management principles and practices, which are critical for the role of Finance Specialist. Candidates should have a strong academic foundation that supports their ability to manage large budgets and provide financial oversight effectively.

Experience:
Candidates for the Finance Specialist position should have a minimum of three years of practical experience in financial management, ideally within the context of an international non-governmental organization (INGO) or a non-governmental organization (NGO). This experience should include managing large budgets, providing technical guidance, and working with various stakeholders, including national partners and local authorities. Familiarity with donor requirements and guidelines is also crucial, as the role involves compliance with these standards.

Languages:
The mandatory language requirements for this position include full professional proficiency in English and full proficiency in Thai, including writing skills. These language skills are essential for effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders, including donors and local partners. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset but is not explicitly required for this role.

Additional Notes:
The Finance Specialist position is offered on a contract basis until 31 December 2026, classified under the Non-Management G2 band. The work location is in Bangkok, Thailand, and the start date is as soon as possible. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for employees on national contracts. Interested applicants are required to upload a cover letter and an updated CV in English, with applications sent via email not being considered. The closing date for applications is set for 4th January 2026.