WORK CONTEXT
CESVI presence in North Africa currently includes Libya, Tunisia and Morocco, with likely expansion to other countries in the coming months.
The main leading Mission is Libya where CESVI has started in 2011 as the first Italian NGO to take action, in the aftermath of the Arab Spring.
Over the years, CESVI has developed relevant expertise in the Region on migration, and it has positioned itself as one of the most active protection actors by addressing protection needs and promoting the resilience of migrants, refugees, asylum seekers, IDPs and vulnerable host community members.
CESVI has developed a solid expertise in General Protection, Child Protection, Gender-Based Violence, MHPSS, Cash and Voucher Assistance, and Education in Emergency through a set of activities aimed at preventing and responding to violence, exploitation and abuse against boys, girls, women, and men, while promoting their rights.
CESVI is also active in promoting capacity building of Civil Society Organizations.
JOB DESCRIPTION
REPORTING LINE: The Deputy Regional Finance Coordinator reports to Regional Finance Coordinator.
The Deputy Regional Finance Coordinator is in charge of covering the function of the Regional Finance Coordinator during her/his absence.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Deputy Regional Finance Coordinator is in charge of smooth financial management at the Field level in coordination with HQ, with the support of Finance Team members.
The Deputy Regional Finance Coordinator is envisioned to set up, promote, and guide intra-department and extra-department practices that contribute to the good running of the Missions, while still maintaining a flexible and problem-solving approach.
TASKS
In charge of the punctual financial management & control, accounting, and financial reporting to CESVI HQ, donors, and other stakeholders and promoting cost-effectiveness in project activity implementation
Financial monitoring of the projects implemented
- Supervise and/or update the Prime entry and Balance Forecast Update (BFU) on a monthly basis and submission to HQ in collaboration with the PM and under the supervision of the HoM
- Update Share costs plan on a quarterly basis in strict collaboration with HoM
- Supervise local admin staff for the management of petty cash, cash book, and bank books
- Responsible for Cash and Bank reconciliations
- Prepare draft interim financial reports and final financial reports
- Assist the Operations Manager and PMs in the procurement procedures
- Assist each PM in the preparation of the cash flow needed and the Request for Funds to the HQ or Request for Payment
- Assist audit compliance on audit management
- Organize training meetings on administrative procedures (for partners and local staff)
- Support each PM in drafting new proposals
Support the efficient office management
- Contribute and participate in the preparation and updating of CESVI Country manual of internal procedures
- Ensure a proper written handover by the end of the contract
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial management, preferably in the humanitarian or international development sector
- Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and accounting practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office package, especially Excel
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate financial concepts to non-financial staff
- Fluency in English required; proficiency in other languages (e.g., French, Arabic) is desirable
Skills
- Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate team members, providing clear direction and guidance in financial management activities.
- Proven track record of fostering a positive work environment and achieving team goals through effective leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate team members, providing clear direction and guidance in financial management activities.
- Proven track record of fostering a positive work environment and achieving team goals through effective leadership.
- Capacity to make informed decisions under pressure and adapt plans and strategies in response to changing circumstances
- Ability to promote collaboration and mutual understanding, fostering a positive and productive work environment within and between departments.
SALARY PACKAGE
- COLLABORATION CONTRACT – 12 MONTHS
- 3100 – 3300€ MONTHLY/GROSS
- HOUSE ALLOWANCE : 550€
- INSURANCE COVERAGE
- 1 ROUND-TRIP FLIGH
SAFEGUARDING
Cesvi has a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, a child or a vulnerable adult by any of our staff, related persons or partners.
Cesvi commitment to being a safe organization begins with the staff recruitment process which includes meticulous checks, such as criminal records checks or check disclosure of previous convictions, to ensure children and vulnerable people are safeguarded and abuse is prevented. Safeguarding checks are part of the selection process performance.
HEALTH SAFEGUARDING
Cesvi pays particular attention to safeguarding the health of all the human resources of the Organisation. Therefore, in order to protect its staff, an assessment of their suitability for the position in each mission is carried out before departure. Such assessment is done by the Occupational Doctor of the Organisation, who will also examine the vaccination coverage.
More Information
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