Are you aiming to work for an organization where it is worthwhile investing your personality, your skills and your time? Are you looking for a job that is exciting and has clear goals? Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

We are one of the largest and most respected private organisations for development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany. As a politically and confessionally independent organisation, our value-oriented actions are always based on ethical principles. Our vision is clear: "Zero Hunger by 2030" - If you want to become part of our global community to end hunger around the world, we look forward to receiving your application as:

The position is to be filled as soon as possible, with an initial contract duration of one year. There are prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Kyiv, Ukraine. 

Welthungerhilfe, Alliance2015 members Concern Worldwide and CESVI, work in a single structure in Ukraine, under the name “Joint Emergency Response in Ukraine (JERU)” to support the population affected by the war. As Head of Finance, you will be leading the finance department composed of national and international staff. You will work closely with WHH, Concern and CESVI Head Offices.

Your responsibilities

• Support the Country Director in ensuring proper financial management of the programme and projects in the country
• Focal areas of responsibility are based on Welthungerhilfe's rules and standards, as well as administrative process descriptions and progress reports of the projects
• Directly contribute in the development of new budgets for new project proposals, and contribute in the country strategy development.
• Work closely with programs team, support in budget planning and forecasting, closely monitor budget spent, and troubleshoot any concerns to the head of programs and the country director
• Manage the finance team, support in their development and mentor them throughout their work
• Ensure that the finance department closely supports national partnerships from capacity assessment, to the implementation of projects and reporting.
• Manage the  finance department and its systems for the Joint Emergency Response in Ukraine (JERU) and actively suggest improvements in the systems.
• Act as primary focal point for finance matters between JERU partners, ensure the flow of financial information towards the finance departments of its members, work closely with their finance counterparts and troubleshoot any issues to the Country Director and respective colleagues at Head Offices
   

Your profile

• A university or college degree in a relevant field e.g. finance and/or accounting
• At least 3 years of professional experience in the same or an equivalent position, preferably in the region
• International humanitarian donor experience would be an asset
• Excellent coordination and organizational skills, especially in financial management
• Strong intercultural competencies and ability to work in a multinational team
• Willingness to work in a conflict zone
• Readiness to receive necessary vaccinations for working in Welthungerhilfe's project countries
• Excellent spoken and written English; Ukrainian and/or Russian language skills would be an advantage

Our offer

We offer you the opportunity to work in a responsible and interesting field as part of an extremely dedicated team. Welthungerhilfe attaches great importance to the personal and professional development of its employees and the balance of their work and private life. Remuneration is based on our gender-independent salary scale. In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which are listed under "Our benefits".