Finance Director-Syria (Based in Amman) Vacancy-Job Ref:ACJOMC/1111/202156

Finance Director-Syria (Based in Amman) Vacancy-Job Ref:ACJOMC/1111/202156

Amman (Jordan)

JOB DESCRIPTION
MercyCorpsisaleading globalorganizationpoweredbythebeliefthatabetterworldispossible.
Indisaster,inhardship, inmorethan40 countriesaroundtheworld, wepartnertoput boldsolutionsintoaction— helpingpeopletriumph overadversityand buildstronger communitiesfromwithin.

Now,andforthe future.

Program/DepartmentSummary
The war in Syria continues; more than 11 million people have been displaced from their homes and thenumber relying on humanitarian assistance continues to grow. With a large and complex portfolio of workacross the country, Mercy Corps has established itself as an analytical, strategic and flexible responder,adapting continually to shifting front lines and operational realities to respond effectively and efficientlythrough multiple modalities with teams inside Syria and working cross-border from neighboring countries.Mercy Corps has a large and diverse portfolio of work and a substantial team that works in multiplelanguagesacross multiple locations, many of which aremanagedremotely.

Mercy Corps has been meeting the needs of conflict-affected communities from Syria since 2012, with afocus on interventions in humanitarian and recovery programming. With funding from a range of donors,Mercy Corps works together with vulnerable families and communities in Syria focusing on the WASH,Protection, Emergency and Livelihood sectors to promote positive coping strategies and address basicneeds.

GeneralPositionSummary
The Finance Director is a member of the senior management team and head of the Mercy Corps FinanceDepartment. As such, the Finance Director is responsible for all aspects of financial management of thecountry programs, working collaboratively to ensure compliance with Mercy Corps internal policies andprocedures as well as donor regulations. S/he works under the direction of the Country Director and isresponsibleforallfinancialfunctionsinSyria,includingaccounting,paymentsandbanking,payroll,budgeting, financial reporting and grant financial management and compliance.The Finance Director, insupport of programs and other departments, provides timely reports and assistance to the Country Directorandteam to ensure financial resourcesare used efficiently andeffectively.

EssentialJobResponsibilities
STRATEGYANDVISION

Recognizeopportunitiesforinnovativeactionandcreate anenvironmentofempowerment.
Setdirectionbyprioritizing andorganizingactionsandresourcestoachieveobjectivesandcontributeto countrywidestrategy development.
PERSONALLEADERSHIP

Consistentlydemonstrateflexibility,resilienceandabilitytomaintainpositiverelationshipsandcomposure,even under difficult circumstances.
Maintainhighethicalstandardsandtreatpeoplewithrespectanddignity.
Demonstrateanawarenessofhis/herownstrengthsanddevelopmentneeds.

REPRESENTATION

Interfacewiththe(donor)representativestoconveyinformationaboutprogramsasappropriate.
Communicatewithourpartners (name),aswellas(nameanysub-grantees),toverifytheirsystemsandthat theyunderstandandfollowall appropriate procedures and archiving.
ParticipateinsharingbestpracticeswithNGOsandgovernmentalagencies.
OPERATIONS–FINANCE

Ensureeffective,transparentuseoffinancialresourcesincompliancewithMercyCorpsanddonorpoliciesand procedures.
Maintainbankingrelationsand planandmonitor countrycashflowrequirementstoensurethesmoothimplementation of Mercy Corps programs.
Maintain needed trackers to ensure all vendors are paid within contractual payment period.
ProvidemonthlystandardaccountingsubmissionstoMercyCorps Headquarters,includinggeneralledger files, account reconciliations, expenditures by cost center/project, required subgranteereporting,as well asother financial informationin a timelyand accurate manner.
ProvidemonthlymanagementreportstotheCountryDirector, Senior Management Team andProgramManagers,includingexpenditures by cost center/project, sub grantee reporting and other financial information, in atimelyand accurate manner.
Developannualfiscal yearbudgetswith theCountryDirector anddevelopandimplementgrantbudgetingand forecasting systems with Program Managers.
Present periodically updated Master budget and coverage reports to Senior Management Team indicating any risks affecting the financial health of the organization.

TEAMMANAGEMENT

Develop the capacity of the team, deepen understanding of their roles and assist with careerdevelopment.
Assist team members with information, tools and resources to improve performance & reachobjectives.
Promoteaccountability,communicateexpectationsandprovide constructivefeedbackinformallyandformallyviaregularoneon ones andperformance reviews.
Createandsustainaworkenvironmentofmutualrespectwhere teammembersstrivetoachieveexcellence.
Hire,orientandleadteam membersasnecessary.
SECURITY

Ensurecompliancewithsecurityproceduresandpoliciesasdeterminedbycountryleadership.
Proactivelyensurethatteammembersoperateina secureenvironmentandareawareofpolicies.
ORGANIZATIONALLEARNING

As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding thatlearningorganizationsaremoreeffective,efficientandrelevanttothe communitiestheyserve,weexpect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corpsaswell as themselves.
ACCOUNTABILITYTOBENEFICIARIES

MercyCorpsteammembersareexpectedtosupportalleffortstowardaccountability,specifically
toourbeneficiariesandtointernationalstandardsguidinginternationalreliefanddevelopmentwork,while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring andevaluationof our field projects.

SupervisoryResponsibility
AllFinanceDepartmentstaff

Direct Line Management of: Budgeting & Financial Analyst Lead, Senior Finance Manager,

Director Sub-Award and Compliance

Accountability
ReportsDirectlyTo:CountryDirector

Works Directly With: HQ Regional Finance Officer (with authority for technical financial matters);membersof Operations, Program Managers and others.

KnowledgeandExperience
ABA/Sorequivalentinaccountingorfinancerequired;advanceddegreepreferred.
Atleast7+yearsofaninternationallevelprogressivefinancialmanagementexperiencewithinanINGOatfieldlevel/overseaslevelexperience, includingsupervisoryexperiencerequired.
Atleast4years’experience ingrantsmanagement aswellasanunderstandingofUSAIDregulationsrequired.
Demonstrated experience and skill with budget preparation and analysis, financial reportingpreparation and presentation and the proven ability to translate technical financial data intoinformativereports.
Strongaccountingskillsandexperience,includingmanagementofthegeneralledger,journalentries,payroll,payables and balance sheet.
Priormanagementexperienceandstrongorganizationalskills.
AdvancedcomputerskillsinMSOfficeprograms,particularlyExcel.
Effectiveverbalandwrittencommunication,multi-tasking,organizationalandprioritizationskills.
ExcellentoralandwrittenEnglishskillsrequired;
Abilitytoworkeffectivelywithanethnicallydiverseteaminasensitiveenvironment.
SuccessFactors
The successful candidate will have an ability to interact effectively across international and national programand finance teams successfully, both in a managerial as well astraining capacity. S/he will be able tosupport programmatic objectives with timely and meaningful financial information, have a demonstratedability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities. Animpeccable professional standard of finance and procurement ethics and the willingness and ability toenforce compliance with Mercy Corps and donor policies and procedures is essential. The Finance Directormust be willing to travel regularly to Mercy Corps field offices and project sites. The most successful MercyCorps staff members have a strong commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving andchangingenvironmentsand makeeffectivewrittenandverbalcommunication apriorityinallsituations.

MercyCorps Teammembersrepresenttheagencybothduring andoutsideofworkhourswhendeployedina field posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in aprofessional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all timesandinallin-countryvenues.

LivingConditions/EnvironmentalConditions
Thepositionisbasedin(Amman,Jordan)andisunaccompanied.Housingisindividual.Thispositionrequires40% oftime of traveltofield offices,some in insecureenvironments.

Mercy Corps team members represent the agency both during and outside work hours when deployed in afield posting or on a visit/TDY to a field posting. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in aprofessional manner and respect local laws, customs and MC’s policies, procedures, and values at all timesandinallin-countryvenues.

Fosteringadiverseandopenworkplaceisan importantpartofMercyCorps’vision. MercyCorpsis anEqual Opportunity Employer regardless of background. We are committed to creating an inclusiveenvironment.

ONGOING LEARNING
In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.

We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

SAFEGUARDING & ETHICS
Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct elearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.

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