Head of Finance Department Support

Job Posting Organization:
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association that has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters for over 40 years. The organization focuses on meeting basic needs for food, water, and shelter, and is particularly committed to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, which is a leading cause of death globally. SI operates in 26 countries and employs around 3,200 people, including expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at headquarters, and volunteers. The organization is dedicated to professionalism and cultural respect in its interventions.

Job Overview:
The position of Head of Finance Department Support is designed to provide short-term technical support to the Finance Department of the Sudan Mission, which is SI's largest mission in terms of financial volume and number of grants implemented, with an estimated budget of approximately €27-29 million in 202

• The role aims to strengthen financial management, improve the implementation of the shared cost model, enhance team effectiveness, and foster collaboration across departments. The mission faces several challenges, including effective budget control, addressing operational delays, resolving gaps in system implementation, and enhancing understanding of shared cost mechanisms. The first two to three months will focus on implementing the shared cost model, restructuring the finance team, and improving collaboration with other departments.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Head of Finance Department Support include:

• Following up on the implementation of the shared cost model, ensuring proper application and training the finance team on its use.
• Working with the coordinator" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Finance Coordinator to restructure the finance team and its tasks, reviewing team setup and task allocation, and improving team effectiveness.
• Collaborating with other departments and field teams to strengthen processes and enhance collaboration, including rolling out training on shared cost implementation and forecasting.
• Ensuring effective budget control and forecasting within a large and complex mission.
• Addressing operational issues resulting from the rollout of the shared cost model and resolving gaps in system implementation that affect financial forecasting.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for this position include:

• Strong experience in budget management and familiarity with various donor guidelines.
• Knowledge of SAGA and SI finance experience, including shared cost mechanisms and financial forecasting.
• Proven experience in team management and capacity building of team members.
• Ability to work under pressure, demonstrate adaptability, and possess strong initiative and solution-finding skills.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a diploma equivalent to BAC +5 in administration or finance. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of financial management in a humanitarian context.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of 3 to 4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, with at least 3 to 4 years in a similar position. This experience is crucial for effectively managing the financial operations of a large-scale humanitarian mission.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in Arabic is considered an advantage, while knowledge of French is also seen as an asset, enhancing communication within the diverse team and with local stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is a salaried role with compensation starting from EUR 2860 gross per month, which includes a base salary of EUR 2600 plus a 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly, and a monthly per diem of USD 75

• SI covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment. The contract duration is for 2 months, with a system of alternation between work and time off implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months, along with a USD 850 break allowance. Expatriates benefit from a comprehensive insurance package covering healthcare expenses, including medical, surgical, dental, and repatriation costs. Living conditions in N'Djamena include shared accommodation with electricity and internet access, and the city offers various leisure facilities and a large expatriate community. The position may require visits to bases in Darfur, where living conditions are of good standard but may have limited social life due to security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security constraints.