All NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships.
NRC has been present in DRC since 2001 and runs operations in the eastern provinces of North & South Kivu, Tanganyika and Kasai, implementing Education, Food Security, WASH, Shelter and ICLA. The Country Office has been expanding steadily the past two years and the team currently consists of around 400 staff members. The DR Congo is one of NRC's largest Country Operations with an overall budget of approx. 300 mill NOK.

The Country maintains a rapid, integrated emergency response capacity while also focusing on facilitating durable solutions to displacement. NRC is also implementing an innovative project on humanitarian mediation, piloting new approaches to improve protection of civilians’ conflict prevention and mitigation.

The purpose of the Finance Manager is to be responsible for the financial set up according to NRC standard and to support programme/project implementation.

Roles and Responsibilities

Ensure that country set up adheres to Financial Handbook, NRC policies, donor and auditor requirements
Implement NRC’s financial systems, routines and procedures
Maintain overall budget control and monitor cash flows
Management of financial team
Training of line managers and staff with financial responsibilities
Provide regular analysis and reports
Implement anti-corruption policy
Lead preparations for and follow up on audits
Provide input on operational support in proposal development and project implementation
Generate monthly financial reports including BvAs and provide financial analysis with appropriate advice to the country management team and budget holders
Train line managers and staff with financial responsibilities and tools
Support budget holders on the budgeting process and prepare donors financial reports on due time
Lead and develop the finance team capacity in the country including training and development of local finance procedures
Coordinate weekly meetings between finance staff for information sharing
Conduct routine field visits to monitor compliance of internal control and financial systems

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a senior Financial Manager
Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts
Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile
Solid knowledge of computer software and modern accounting systems
Fluency in French and working knowledge of English

Personal Qualities

Managing resources to optimize results
Managing performance and development
Empowering and building trust
Handling insecure environments
Initiating action and change
Communicating with impact and respect