The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunities for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfillment of the wish to return home.
The Danish Refugee Council was founded in Denmark in 1956, and has since grown to become an international humanitarian organization with more than 7,000 staff and 8,000 volunteers. Our vision is a dignified life for all displaced.
All of our efforts are based on our value compass: humanity, respect, independence and neutrality, participation, and honesty and transparency.
DRC has been operating in Iraq since 2003 and in Northern Iraq since 2010. It is currently implementing a broad range of activities relevant to conflict-affected communities and persons. The activities are categorized into ten sectors: Shelter and Non-food Items, Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH), Livelihoods, Protection, Mine Risk Education, Camp Coordination, and Camp Management (CCCM).
Overall purpose of the role:
- Provide administrative or technical support to the finance department. Carries out straight forward tasks under direct supervision and guidance of Finance Manager.
Responsibilities:
1. Finance Tasks
- Managing petty cash as well as cash at safe for Telafar Office.
- Assisting Finance officer on daily financial data entry into the standardized DRC cashbooks.
- Performing cash counts with Finance manager on daily or weekly basis.
- Assisting in ensuring timely payment of the national staff salaries and all suppliers/partners’ invoices.
- Assisting Finance officer finalizing cash books for submission to CO on a monthly basis.
- Ensure daily reconciliations between the cashbooks and dynamics has been done and any discrepancies are reported to the Finance Manager with a clear plan on remedial actions.
- Scanning vouchers and other documents of Telafar office to submit to the Country office.
- Verifying that any transaction is supported by proper supporting documentations as per DRC’s financial rules and regulation and proper authorization is obtained prior releasing a payment.
- In co-ordination with program team to regularly attend distribution on cash transfer programming activities.
2. Additional Tasks
- On request perform any other additional duties assigned by the supervisors in order to allow the organization to function optimally.
- This job description is not a definitive task list but has been done to clarify the responsibilities of the employee
Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)
- Minimum of one year’s experience working in a similar position.
- Strong written and mathematical skills.
- Good knowledge of computer skills (MS-Excel, MS-Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Experience of managing and handling cash.
- Experience of working with UN or Non-Governmental organizations
Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)
- Diploma holder in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting
Languages: (indicate fluency level)
- English (fluent)
- Kurdish (Desirable)
- Arabic (Fluent)
Key stakeholders: (internal and external)
- Finance Manager – North Office.
- Finance department staff
- Area Support Services Manager
We offer
- Contract length: 6 months with possibility of extension subject to funds
- Salary Band: I
- Designation of duty station: Tel Afer
- Start date: As soon as possible.
- Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies.
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
- Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
- Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
- Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision
DRC as an employer
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 8000 employees in 40 countries. We pride ourselves on our:
- Professionalism, impact & expertise
- Humanitarian approach & the work we do
- Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
- Culture, values & strong leadership
- Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/about-us/job-and-career/support-for-job-seekers.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply!
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