Finance Coordinator-GPE

Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role Purpose: The Finance Coordinator is based in Hargeisa and will work in close coordination with the GPE Director, GPE Program Manager, Area Representative, Finance Manager, Finance Director. He/she will also work with other Teams such as Supply Chain, Ministry of Education, Teacher Training Institute and Sub-Award local partners. She/he will ensure implementation of GPE sub grants Policy and sub-contracting procedure of Save the Children and donors Rules & Regulations for the Ministry and related local partners. She/he will also support the Ministry and local partners staff in capacity building and strengthening and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. The Finance Coordinator will directly report to the Area Finance Manager.

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Location: Hargeisa

Qualifications and Experience

• A University degree in Accounting or finance or equivalent degree from a recognized university.
• A holder of a CPA, ACCA is a bonus.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in similar role or equivalent in an INGO or with a busy working environment
• Computer skills especially in Ms Excel spread sheets, Ms Word and Agresso or FMS Accounting packages
• High level of integrity and ability to work as part of a professional team
• Ability and willingness to work under high pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Coaching, mentoring and negotiations skills
• Good command of English both written and spoken

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Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

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