The German Red Cross (GRC) is part of a worldwide community assisting victims of conflicts and disasters and people affected by social or health related crises. The Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement provides vulnerable people with assistance without discrimination and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the Movement: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality.

Our Mission:
We provide needs-based, flexible, innovative and sustainable support to Sister National Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and the wider humanitarian community. We enable early and immediate life-saving assistance and implement anticipatory action and risk-reducing activities, particularly in the face of climate change and armed conflicts and their humanitarian consequences. As a partner, facilitator and convener of cooperation, we strive to fulfil commitments to localization, community participation, protection and inclusion, gender and diversity, accountability, and learning. Through these efforts, we aim to build resilient communities and ensure effective and inclusive humanitarian responses in an increasingly complex global landscape.

Finance Delegate (m/f/d), Venezuela

The GRC is currently seeking an experienced Finance Delegate (m/f/d) for Venezuela to lead the day-to-day financial management of the portfolio of the GRC’s office in Venezuela in partnership with the Venezuelan Red Cross (VRC).

The Delegate will be based in Caracas, Venezuela, and be part of GRC's Delegation for Colombia and Venezuela. The longstanding cooperation with Venezuelan Red Cross (VRC) is focused on health, protection and disaster preparedness and has recently been amplified due to the response to the earthquakes that affected Venezuela in June 2026. The Delegate will support GRC's activities with VRC within the well-established framework of cooperation. In addition, they will support the GRC Finance Officer in Colombia if necessary.

The Delegate is working under the supervision of the Head of Office and will be part of an experienced team of three international delegates and around 20 local staff. The position might require travel to Colombia.

Starting date: 01.09.2026 (as soon as possible)

Duration: 6 months.

Location: Caracas, Venezuela, with potential travels to Colombia

Main duties & responsibilities:

  • Lead the daily financial management of the GRC Venezuela Office and projects in Venezuela.
  • Oversee the management of payments, cashier and bank signatory in close collaboration with the project delegates and in accordance with the GRC Head of Office instructions.
  • Manage the budgeting and controlling of costs of the GRC Venezuela projects, in accordance with funding guidelines / donor regulations.
  • Provide support to procurement procedures in accordance with GRC regulations and donor requirements including assisting the verification, control and countersignature of Comparative Bid Analysis (CBA) for the purchase of goods and services in coordination with the corresponding GRC delegate.
  • Lead and train the GRC Finance Team in booking of VRC expenditures in GRC’s financial system for different donors in an accurate, efficient and timely manner.
  • Manage the monthly financial reports of the projects including all supporting documents (eg. procurement documents, contracts, etc) in accordance with GRC guidelines.
  • Ensure the annual closing for the projects according to GRC rules and deadlines.
  • Prepare cost allocation plans for GRC in Venezuela and internal/external audits.
  • Support the GRC Finance Officer in Colombia if necessary.

Required Competencies & Skills:

  • Professional degree in Administration, Finance, or related fields
  • At least five years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting of international humanitarian / development organisations.
  • Proven experience in financial reporting and administrative tasks (minimum of 5 years work experience).
  • Experience in logistics and procurement.
  • Proven experience working with the Red Cross / Red Crescent Movement is a strong asset.
  • Ability to train and guide staff, and to provide technical support and capacity building.
  • Working knowledge of managing donor-funded projects (preferably ECHO, GFFO, BMZ) is a strong asset.
  • Oral and written fluency in Spanish and English is a requirement; knowledge of German would be an asset.
  • Experience in the Americas region will be considered a strong asset.
  • Strategic thinking, hands-on mentality and in-depth understanding of the humanitarian system.
  • Excellent communication, leadership skills and problem-solving skills as well as intercultural sensitivity, diplomacy and facilitation skills.
  • Ability and agreement to adhere to the Red Cross Red Crescent Fundamental Principles;
  • Ability to complete a thorough medical screening process 'working abroad under specific climate and health conditions';
  • Valid International Driving Permit (IDP).

What we offer:

You will be part of a highly motivated professional and multicultural team. We offer you a compensation package according to the collective employment agreement of the GRC, an expatriation allowance during your mission as well as the accommodation or a personal allowance to cover your accommodation. You will benefit from a comprehensive training package and receive briefings and coaching prior as well as during and after your mission. Medical check-ups and Psychosocial Support Service are included in your assignment.

Kindly apply by submitting your application by using the GRC online application system until 23.08.2026 end of the day (23:59 CET).

The GRC is committed to safeguarding and to a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH), and other types of misconduct. All staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct and to protect the rights, dignity, and well-being of the people we serve and work with. Safeguarding responsibilities are integrated into all roles, and all personnel are required to adhere to our rules of conduct and safeguarding policies.

Recruitment is subject to satisfactory reference and background checks. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge and agree to provide the requested information and to undergo the relevant checks.

Please note that due to the travel and visa regulations and the guidelines of our partners in the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement certain vaccinations are required for this delegate position. Candidates on the short-list for this position will be asked to disclose their vaccination status.

We point out that the selection and nomination processes for this international delegate position may demand that information concerning your person be shared with involved Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement partners (IFRC, ICRC, National Society). This may include transmission into countries that do not apply data protection standards comparable to those of the European Union.

Deutsches Rotes Kreuz e.V. - GeneralsekretariatCarstennstr. 58
12205 Berlin

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