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About the Organization
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, providing protection, assistance, and durable solutions to displaced and vulnerable populations across Africa and globally.

DRC Ethiopia operations focus on humanitarian support, development programming, and capacity building for national partners. The organization emphasizes transparency, efficiency, and adherence to donor regulations in all financial and operational activities.

DRC is committed to gender equality, diversity, and safeguarding in the workplace. Women and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Description
The Roving Finance Specialist serves as the technical lead for donor budgeting, reporting, financial analysis, forecasting, and capacity-building across DRC Ethiopia’s operations.

The role ensures high-quality financial management, compliance with donor and organizational standards, and strengthens ERP/Dynamics data integrity.

The Specialist will provide coaching and mentoring to finance staff, support partner financial systems, and ensure timely and accurate reporting across multiple donor-funded programs.

This position operates with a high degree of independence, including remote management, and contributes directly to DRC’s programmatic success by enabling informed financial decision-making.

Educational Qualification

• Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional finance qualification (ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent) is highly desirable.

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years of international experience in financial management in INGO or humanitarian contexts.
• At least 3 years of experience in donor budgeting and financial reporting for multi-donor portfolios.
• Proven experience working with national partners, government authorities, and multiple donors including ECHO, EU, SIDA, FCDO, BHA/USAID, DANIDA, GFFO, SDC, UNICEF, and UNHCR.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, NetSuite, or SUN.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong financial analysis, forecasting, scenario planning, and master budget support.
• Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, Power Pivot, INDEX/XMATCH, SUMIFS, and nested logic.
• Experience producing clear executive summaries and donor-compliant financial reports.
• Strong capacity to coach, mentor, and build the skills of finance staff and partners.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead donor budgeting, proposals, and revisions ensuring alignment with donor rules, eligibility, and cost coverage strategy.
• Manage end-to-end donor reporting cycles, including reconciliations, currency conversions, variance analysis, and quality control.
• Provide financial oversight, guidance, and training to finance teams and Budget/Fund Units (BFUs).
• Maintain data integrity in ERP systems and implement standardization and process automation for financial reporting.
• Support internal and external audits, sub-grant partner financial reviews, and compliance checks.
• Prepare monthly briefings for Head of Support Services on financial performance, risks, and corrective actions.

Job Location
Nairobi, Kenya

Employment Type and Contract

• Full-time, National Contract (12 months)
• Band: G2 – Non-Management
• Designation: Roving Finance Specialist
• Start Date: 1st April 2026
• Salary and conditions in accordance with DRC’s national employment terms.

How to Apply

• Applicants must upload a cover letter and updated CV (maximum 4 pages) in English through DRC’s online portal.
• Applications sent by email will not be considered.
• Only Kenyan nationals are eligible for this position.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: March 8, 2026

DRC Commitment to Gender Equality & Diversity
DRC is committed to achieving gender parity and strongly encourages qualified female candidates to apply.

DRC is an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusion, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability, religion, ethnicity, color, marital status, or other protected characteristics.

Core Competencies Expected

• Striving for Excellence: Delivering results efficiently and effectively.
• Collaboration: Engaging relevant stakeholders and encouraging feedback.
• Taking the Lead: Showing initiative, innovation, and accountability.
• Communication: Clear, honest, and transparent communication.
• Integrity: Upholding the highest ethical and professional standards, including safeguarding.

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