Danish Refugee Council
Danish Refugee Council External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position – Finance Manager
Required Qualification and Experience
Education:: (include certificates, licenses, etc.)
Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field.
Professional certification in Accounting.
At least 5 years’ experience in in a senior financial management position.
At least 3 years’ experience with people management
Proven experience in managing large budgets of international humanitarian organizations
Proven leadership skills and a competence in people management
Competence in providing technical guidance and training
Proven experience in working with national partners, local/government authorities
Working experience with relevant donors (e.g. NORAD, SIDA, EU, ECHO, ECHO, DANIDA, GFFO, SDC, FCDO, etc.) and sound understanding of their respective financial rules and regulations including financial reporting requirements
Advanced proficiency in Excel as well as experience working in a financial IT system, particularly Microsoft Dynamics
Have a track record of achieving high targets in a highly demanding and challenging context with multiple conflicting priorities.
Demonstrate expert proficiency in advance Excel with large/complicated financial data analysis and presentation.
Have a collaborative approach to work and have been able to achieve results through influencing others. .
Be able to multitask and deliver results while working independently.
Be self-driven and solutions oriented, with a record of solutions created through personal initiative.
LANGUAGE: (indicate Fluency level)
Full professional proficiency in English (Verbal and written).
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: 12 Months with possibility of extension
Contract Type: National Contract
Band: F1
Designation of Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Please note that this position is not eligible for relocation.
Required Employees: 1
Start date: 1st January 2027
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National employees
Work Place: Addis Ababa
Deadline : November 16th, 2026
How To Apply
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than three pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered
Please ensure that your CV does not exceed three pages. Applications with CVs longer than the specified limit may not be considered.
Closing date for applications: November 16, 2026
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, women 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, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics
We strongly encourage female candidates to apply for the position!
We encourage only qualified Ethiopian Nations to apply. DRC considers all applicants based on merit.
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