Support – Administrative and Financial Coordinator – Occupied Palestinian Territory – based in PSE-Ramallah – Occupied Palestinian Territory

CDD – Start date: as soon as possible

PUI worldwide

Première Urgence Internationale has 40 years of experience:

• Supported near 6 Millions of beneficiaries
• With more than 100 Million € annual budget
• Present in 22 Countries on 5 Continents

Thanks to the work and commitment of:

• More than 2000 National employees
• Around 200 Expatriates from 45 different nationalities
• And 90 Employees at headquarters

PUI operates in 10 areas of intervention and is distinguished by the implementation of an integrated approach in its relief operations. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams work together to achieve a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises and help them regain their independence and dignity.

Learn more about our history, our values, our areas of intervention.

Focus on our activities in the occupied Palestinian territories

Our mission in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (oPt) has been operational since 2002. Currently, 5 expatriates and 45 local staff work in PUI bases in East Jerusalem, Ramallah, Nablus, Hebron and Gaza. PUI is developing its integrated approach with protection, food security, economic recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction interventions in both the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and Gaza. Our overall objective is to provide assistance and protection to the most vulnerable Palestinians who face the risk of forced displacement and violations of international humanitarian law. In this way, PUI contributes to protecting their rights, improving access to basic humanitarian services and building resistance groups by applying an integrated, multi-sectoral approach based on the needs, vulnerabilities and priorities of individuals, specific groups and communities.

What about the support, administration and finance coordinator?

As Administrative and Financial Coordinator, you will be responsible for the proper financial, accounting and budgetary management of the Mission, as well as for the management of human resources and administrative and legal records. You will represent the Mission in financial, administrative and human resources matters both internally and externally (donors, authorities, NGOs, etc.).

For this purpose, you are responsible for:

• Financial, budget and accounting management: You are responsible for all aspects of finances, including budgetary and accounting aspects as well as the cash flow of the mission.
• Human resources management: You will be responsible for the administrative management of local and international teams, for defining/updating procedures and human resources management tools in accordance with the labor regulations in the country of operation and PUI’s human resources policies, and for monitoring risks related to human resources issues.
• Administrative and legal management: They monitor administrative records and ensure that the status and functioning of the mission comply with the legal requirements of the country of operation.
• Depiction: You represent the association in its relations with partners, authorities and various local actors in the financial, administrative, legal and human resources areas of the mission. You participate proactively in the development of PUI’s inter-NGO financial network (administrative, financial, legal, human resources, etc.).
• coordination: They centralise and disseminate information within the mission and to headquarters on all financial, administrative, legal and human resources aspects of the mission and consolidate internal and external reporting for these areas.

These challenges await you:

1. Multi-donor projects, a complex financing system within a West Bank consortium (5 partners from 17 EU Member States). Various ER and development grants
2. Remotely manage, monitor and track bases due to key access restrictions.
3. Volatile and complex security context requiring flexibility and agility.

What you need for success

Training

You have a master’s degree or equivalent in finance/accounting. A technical background in one of our fields of activity (project management, human resources management) is an advantage.

Experience

You have at least 3 years of experience in financial/accounting management. Previous experience abroad in the field of humanitarian aid would be desirable. Have you already worked at Première Urgence Internationale? That would definitely be an advantage!

skills

You are proficient in financial management and team leadership, have in-depth knowledge of institutional donor management, are familiar with Excel and are proficient in using SAGA accounting software.

qualities

You are a good communicator, both written and verbal. You have a good team spirit, analytical skills, a sense of responsibility, organizational talent, responsiveness and adaptability. You are resilient, especially in unstable situations.

Languages

English has no secrets for you! Even better, it is mandatory for this position. If you speak Arabic, that would definitely be an advantage.

A word from the manager

“If you are ready to work with a highly dedicated and motivated team and play a significant role in mission development during this acute emergency phase, you are in the right place for the right reasons. Come join us! ”

PUI offers you

Was standing: Squad with fixed-term contract

Monthly gross income: 2 650,00 – 3 130,00 EUR depending on your experience in International Solidarity + 50€ per semester in seniority with PUI

Insurance including health insurance and supplementary health care, 24/24 assistance and repatriation

Housing 500 USD housing allowance is provided

Daily living costs (“Per day”)

Break regulations: 5 working days for 3 and 9 months + break allowance

Paid Vacation Policy: 5 weeks paid vacation per year + return ticket every 6 months

Our commitments

Première Urgence Internationale considers the diversity of nationalities, genders, faiths, profiles and statuses among its human resources to be a great asset for its humanitarian work and is therefore committed to strict compliance with the principle of Non-discrimination throughout the entire recruitment process.

Première Urgence Internationale applies a policy Zero tolerance against exploitation, sexual abuse and mistreatment in all forms of women, children and all other vulnerable people. It requires all its employees to promote, disseminate and respect the principles set out in its Ethics Charter.

Please note that in no case will Première Urgence Internationale request a financial contribution towards the administrative costs related to the recruitment. Such information would be fraudulent, please ignore it.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and do you comply with our commitments? Do you feel ready to Challenge and join Wow, great family?