The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), one of the world’s leading NGOs, with a focus on responding to displacement, have been registered in Sudan since 2004, delivering life-saving programming in protection, emergency response, shelter, food security and livelihoods, disaster risk reduction, camp management, and humanitarian mine action. DRC has implemented projects in Central Darfur, South Kordofan, Gedaref, Port Sudan, and White Nile. Sudan hosts one of the largest displaced populations in Africa, with over 3.7 million internally displaced people and over 1.1 million refugees from South Sudan, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Central African Republic, Chad, Yemen and Syria. Against a background of political crisis, Sudan faces economic and social turmoil, with sharp increases in food and energy costs, further exacerbated by disease outbreaks and ongoing conflict.

POSITION PROFILE

The Finance Officer provides technical and operational finance support to DRC field offices and local partners. The role ensures full compliance with DRC financial policies, standard operating procedures, and donor requirements. The post holder acts as the primary finance focal point for local partners, supporting financial management, budget oversight, reporting, and capacity strengthening.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance and Accounting

1. Support banking and petty cash transactions as required.

2. Review payment documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with DRC and donor

regulations.

3. Maintain accurate cashbooks and ensure timely upload to SharePoint.

4. Ensure all financial documents are properly scanned and uploaded into DRC’s ERP system (Dynamics).

5. Prepare cash counts, cash reconciliations, and bank reconciliations.

6. Maintain a robust archiving system for all financial transactions recorded in Dynamics, ensuring proper

referencing and attachment to journals and TDLs.

7. Support internal and external audits by retrieving requested documentation and liaising with relevant stakeholders to resolve gaps.

8. Review costs booked against budgets for accuracy and compliance.

9. Process budget rebookings as requested by budget holders.

10. Support the preparation of financial reports for management and other internal stakeholders.

Partnership Financial Management

1. Review partner financial reports and supporting documentation, following up on missing or inadequate

records.

2. Upload verified partner expenditures into DRC’s ERP (Dynamics).

3. Conduct monitoring and follow-up visits to partners, acting as a liaison between DRC program staff and

partner finance focal points.

4. Maintain and regularly update partner financial trackers.

Compliance and Internal Controls

1. Support donor and internal audits related to partner-managed funds.

2. Ensure financial documentation is properly archived and uploaded to DRC’s management information

systems.

3. Perform any other finance-related duties as assigned by the Finance Manager or Area Manager.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

1. Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.

2. Advanced proficiency in Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

3. Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial management.

4. Strong attention to detail and high standards of accuracy.

5. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

6. Demonstrated commitment to accountability, integrity, and compliance.

7. Minimum of four years of relevant finance or accounting experience, including at least two (2) years working with NGOs and local partners.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

LANGUAGES  

  1. Fluency in Arabic
  2.  Advanced level in English.

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE DRC FIVE CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Striving for excellence: You focus on achieving results while maintaining efficient processes.
  • Collaborating: You engage with relevant stakeholders and encourage constructive feedback.
  • Taking the lead: You take ownership of tasks and are open to innovation.
  • Communicating: You are clear, concise, and respectful in your communication.
  • Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest ethical standards and DRC's Code of Conduct.

POSITION DETAILS

  • Type of contract: National
  • Contract Length: 12 Months
  • Band: H
  • Salary Range Starting from (p.m.): USD 1,225
  • Duty station: Omdurman
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Closing Date for Application: 8/6/2026

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees. For questions regarding the vacancy, please contact noran.elhaj@drc.ngo

WHAT WE OFFER      

  1. Two Bonuses (during two Eid festivals)
  2. Contribution to National Social Insurance and Pension Fund
  3. Health Insurance Plan including family
  4. Group Personal Accidental Insurance
  5. Excellent Working Environment and Opportunity for Growth
  6. Various Learning and Development Courses

APPLICATION PROCESS

  1. Applications must be submitted through the mentioned link on the page by clicking on “Apply” Button.   
  2. All applicants must send a cover letter along with an updated CV (we encourage CV no longer than four pages) in English.
  3. Mentioning three referees' details of your present supervisor and HR along with past employment supervisor in the CV.

Note: Applications sent by email will not be considered. In addition, DRC doesn’t charge any fee for any of its recruitment process & believes in equal opportunity in employment regardless.

If you have questions, you can visit our FAQ page. 

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website: www.drc.ngo.

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap. 

Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, color, race,

marital status, or other protected characteristics.   

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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify. Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.