What we are looking for

NRC Iraq is looking for a Finance Manager to join the mission. The role holder will be responsible for ensuring that the financial set up is according to NRC standard and support programme/project implementation. NRC Iraq is in a phase down process with increased capacities in country and a reduced humanitarian environment.  Our implementation and operational footprint countrywide is reducing and change management processes are underway to ensure that NRC remains suitable for the context. The Finance Manager will be responsible to ensure compliance with NRC policies, donor regulations and government requirements during the change process.

**This role is open only to internal NRC staff and applicants must be legally eligible to work in Iraq. We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position**

What You Will Do

• Line management of support managers such as Finance, HR & Admin, Logistics, and ICT.
• Ensure that country set up adhere to Financial Handbook, NRC policies, donor and auditor requirements, and in line with NRC exit handbook.
• 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.
• Promote the rights of IDPs/returnees in line with the advocacy strategy.
• Team capacity development and participate in implementing Iraq DEI action plan.

Please download the full Job Description to learn more about the role.

What You Will Bring

• Minimum 3 years of experience from working as a senior Financial Manager in a humanitarian/recovery context.
• Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and verbal.
• Experience in implementing change and updating processes in line with organisation current ways of working.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in financial systems and structures development.
• Experience in leading Finance units during change management processes (start-up, exit or emergency response phases).
• Proven experience in empowering and capacity building of budget holders.
• Understanding of the context in Iraq would be an advantage, with Baghdad authority engagement a priority.
• Knowledge of Kurdish would be an added advantage.
• Ability to work independently, priories tasks, and meet deadlines while maintaining collaboration with diverse team members.

What We Offer

• Baghdad, Iraq duty station.
• Open to Internal NRC staff only.
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Iraq. We are unable to provide work permits or visa sponsorships for this position.
• For current NRC staff-please use your official NRC email address for the application.
• Contract Duration: 6-8 months maximum.
• 50 % travel, approximately Salary/benefits: grade 9 on NRC’s salary scale. NRC offers competitive salary and package.
• 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

• Apply by completing all the system-required fields of your employment history, experience, responsibilities, and education in your application. Please ensure you attach your academic and professional certifications.
• Ensure to attach your latest CV.
• For current internal NRC staff use your official nrc email address when applying.
• Submit your application and CV in English.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as per your passport.
• This role is open to NRC internals.
• Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• For any queries, please email us at mero.recruitment@nrc.no with “Finance Manager-Iraq” as the subject line.

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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Learn more about NRC’s operations in Iraq here.

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