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Finance Officer Nabni Building for Peace Facility (B4PF ) - MENAย
What we are looking for
Experience as Finance Officer or in a similar role from a humanitarian/recovery context, with a solid financial management background and technical expertise.
The Nabni Building for Peace Facility (B4PF) at Glance :
The Nabni Building for Peace Facility (B4PF) is a Grant Facility that aims to contribute to conflict prevention, peacebuilding and reconstruction in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The B4PF introduces an innovative partnership model forging long-term strategic relationships in fragile contexts with Local Non-Governmental Organisations (LNGOs), centered around quality funding, capacity development and learning.ย
Funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) through the KfW Development Bank, the Facility will focus its funding on projects that combine infrastructure and service provision with peacebuilding/social cohesion components. NRC is the Fund Manager for the B4PF.ย
The Facility Management Unit (FMU) organisational structure is designed around the three key expected functions: project finance, technical assistance, and knowledge exchange. The FMU will lead and enter on behalf of NRC into contractual agreements with Grantees (also referred to as Partners) and ensure that contractual obligations to the donor are fulfilled. The FMU maintains general quality standards and ensures the existence and implementation of financial and procurement policies. It undertakes due diligence procedures, project controls, and risk management. Finally, it undertakes financial management and reporting, and manages the grant-cycle, monitoring, and reporting on agreements.
What you will do
The purpose of the Finance Officer position is to assist in the day to day implementation of the financial managementย responsibilities of the FMU and its grantees.ย
The following is a brief description of the role.ย
Generic Responsibilities
context and the holder of the position. Also include the standard required generic responsibilities listed belowโ.ย
- Ensure that the FMU set up adheres to the Financial Handbook, NRC policies, donor and auditor requirements.ย
- Implement NRCโs financial systems, routines and procedures.ย
- Support in maintaining overall budget control and monitoring of cash flows.ย
- Implement anti-corruption policy.ย
- Ensure proper filing of documents.ย
- Other tasks as assigned .
Specific responsibilities:
- Responsible for submitting payment requests for all FMU expenditures for payment processing..
- Verify that the vouchers and the supporting documents meet NRC standards before proceeding with the payments.
- Support with monthly account closing for B4PF and following NRC financial procedures.ย
- Support the Finance Manager in audit preparations and audit close out for FMU and its grantees.
- Verify that the vouchers and the supporting documents of Partners meet Nabni standards before proceeding with the payments and liquidation of partnersโ advance.
- Ensure proper tracking and monitoring of Partners payments and expenditures.
- Assist in Regularly conducting Expenditure Monitoring and Verification exercises in line with the payment and financial monitoring schedule in the AGAs. Monitor grantees compliance with B4PF-KfW financial requirements and cost eligibility rules. Provide feedback and recommendations to grantees within the timeframe committed to in the AGA.ย
- Provide training and a helpdesk service to grantees on project financial questions, monitoring and reporting procedures and supporting documentation required.
- Support the FMU and grantees during Donor, Auditors, and Third-Party Monitoring visits, and external reviews and audits. Ensure appropriate measures are taken by grantees to address audit findings and recommendations.
- Maintain Petty Cash imprest fund for the FMU as and if required.
- Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks of the FMU, including acting as a focal point to liaise and coordinate with the MENA Regional Team and Jordan CO colleagues on FMU administrative support.
Ideal Candidate :
- Education: Bachelorโs degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience as a Finance Officer, preferably in a humanitarian or recovery context.
- Previous experience working in complex and volatile environments.
- Demonstrated, documented achievements related to the responsibilities of the position.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong knowledge of financial management principles, accounting standards, and reporting.
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
- Desirable:
- Familiarity with KFW/BMZ grants accounting and donor financial compliance.
What we offer
- Duty station: Amman , Jordan .
- Contract: Fixed Term National Jordanย till 31 Dec 2025 Renewable.
- Salary/benefits: Grade 5 on NRC's grading structure. ย
- NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
- We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
Important information about the application process
- We invite applications fromย all qualified and interested candidates.ย Please ensure you attach copies of your academic and professional certificates.
- To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email address or click on Opportunity Marketplace.
- When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
- Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
- Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.
Why NRC?
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.
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- do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts
- join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility
- be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity
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About Us
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Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.ย
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โข treat everyone with respect and dignityย
โข contribute to building a safe environment for allย
โข never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)ย
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- Familiarity with KFW/BMZ grants accounting and donor financial compliance.