Job Description
Country Finance Manager
Company: Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
Location: Juba, South Sudan
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Finance & Administration
Experience Required: 8–12 Years
Salary: USD 4,500 – USD 8,500 per month
Reports To: Country Director
Position Summary
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a highly experienced Country Finance Manager to oversee financial planning, budgeting, donor compliance, reporting, treasury management, and strategic financial leadership across its South Sudan operations.
This role is among the most sought-after senior opportunities for professionals looking for jobs in South Sudan, finance manager jobs in South Sudan, jobs in Juba, and NGO finance jobs in South Sudan.
Professionals interested in additional opportunities may visit Jobs in South Sudan
Key Responsibilities
- Lead country-wide financial planning and budgeting processes.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Ensure compliance with donor regulations and organizational policies.
- Manage cash flow forecasting and treasury functions.
- Monitor project expenditures and budget utilization.
- Coordinate internal and external audits.
- Develop financial controls and risk mitigation strategies.
- Supervise finance officers, accountants, and support teams.
- Review grant budgets and donor financial submissions.
- Support strategic decision-making through financial analysis.
- Strengthen financial systems and reporting procedures.
- Ensure compliance with international accounting standards.
Candidates searching for finance jobs in Juba, accounting jobs in South Sudan, and financial controller jobs in South Sudan will find this role highly attractive.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
- Professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or equivalent.
- Master’s Degree in Finance or Business Administration is advantageous.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 8 years of relevant finance experience.
- At least 4 years in a senior management role.
- Experience managing donor-funded projects.
- NGO, humanitarian, or international development sector experience preferred.
Applicants with backgrounds in NGO jobs in South Sudan, international development jobs, and humanitarian finance jobs are encouraged to apply.
Key Skills
- Financial Management
- Budget Planning
- Financial Reporting
- Treasury Management
- Donor Compliance
- Internal Controls
- Grant Management
- Risk Assessment
- Financial Analysis
- Audit Coordination
- ERP Systems
- Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Cost Control
- Team Development
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive international salary package.
- Housing allowance.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave entitlement.
- Pension contribution.
- Professional development support.
- Relocation assistance where applicable.
Training & Professional Development
The selected candidate will receive advanced training in:
- Humanitarian Financial Management.
- International Donor Compliance.
- Strategic Leadership.
- Advanced Budgeting & Forecasting.
- Risk Management Frameworks.
- ERP Financial Systems.
Professionals interested in broader African opportunities can also review openings at jobs in Ghana
Career Growth Opportunities
Successful candidates may progress to:
- Regional Finance Manager
- Finance Director
- Regional Operations Director
- Country Director
- Chief Financial Officer
This position is ideal for professionals seeking senior finance jobs in South Sudan, management jobs in Juba, accounting manager jobs, and finance leadership careers in Africa.
Additional Career Resources
Candidates interested in opportunities within Southern Africa may explore vacancies at jobs in South Africa
For finance and management careers in North Africa, opportunities are also available through jobs in Egypt