Finance Coordinator at Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)

RESPONSIBILITIES

The purpose of a Finance Coordinator is to implement delegated area of responsibility.  

The following is a brief description of the role. 

 Generic responsibilities 

• Implement NRC’s systems and procedures at area level 
• Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines and donor requirements 
• Prepare and submit reports and analysis  
• Ensure proper filing of all supporting documents 
• Support line managers in procedures and required support team trainings 
• Management of finance team 
• Ensure that the accounting, monitoring and reporting are according to procedure 
• Support project staff in financial matters  
• Maintain budget control and monitor cash flow for the area 
• Ensure development and implementation of financial systems and procedures 

 Specific responsibilities  

• Ensure that area office setup adheres to global and local Financial Handbook, NRC policies, donor and audit requirements. 
• Training of budget holders and staff with financial responsibilities on budget preparation and budget monitoring 
• Updating the Area Office shared costs spending plans every month.
• Ensure that all the relevant staff know how to use Agresso Accelerator and can load reports from Agresso.
• Verify that vouchers and supporting documents meet NRC standards before payment and check expenses related to particular grants by verifying PR/PO 
• Represent finance and participate in the bid committee.
• Ensure supporting documentation is secured both online and in hard copy. 
• Liaise with the country finance office to ensure timely payment of staff salary, supplier payments, other expenditures, and fund requests for area office.
• Support the AM and Support Manager to prepare, review, and monitor the shared cost and master budget for the area office.
• Support in the training and implementation of the anti-corruption policy 
• Develop the monthly Budget Vs Actual reporting for project managers.
• Ensure accurate and verified postings at field level.  
• Assist the Area Manager and budget holders in budget preparation.
• Develop, finalize, and update the area master support budget regularly.  
• Build the capacity of staff as supervised and make sure delegation of roles and responsibilities are clear at the finance department. 
• Undertake proposal and grant application reviews to assess compliance with NRC and donor guidelines.  
• Participate in the grants Opening meetings and closure of projects. 
• Other duties as assigned by the line manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Professional competencies  

These are skills, knowledge, and experience that are important for effective performance.  

 Generic professional competencies:  

• Experience working as a Finance Coordinator in a humanitarian/recovery context. 
• BSc Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration  
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities. 
• Knowledge about own leadership skills/profile  
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal  

 Context/ Specific skills, knowledge, and experience:  

• Good knowledge of the area and context of Adamawa State 
• Good communication skills 
• Good cultural awareness and sensitivity 
• Knowledge of local languages is an added advantage.
• Experience with start-up, exit, or similar 
• Experience with capacity building of staff and training 

Behavioural competencies 

• Handling insecure environments. 
• Managing resources to optimize results.
• Planning and delivering results. 
• Managing performance and development. 
• Analyzing 
• Empowering and building trust.