Finance Intern

About the Position

Finance Intern

The Danish Refugee Council assists refugees and internally displaced persons across the globe: we provide emergency aid, fight for their rights, and strengthen their opportunity for a brighter future. We work in conflict-affected areas, along the displacement routes, and in the countries where refugees settle. In cooperation with local communities, we strive for responsible and sustainable solutions. We work toward successful integration and – whenever possible – for the fulfilment of the wish to return home.

Based in Bamenda, Cameroon, the Finance Intern will support our financial operations and contribute to our mission of aiding refugees and displaced persons.

Responsibilities

Under the management of the Support Services Coordinator, the Finance Intern is responsible for:

Archiving (60% of his time)

• In charge of the proper archiving of all accounting documents and financial archives kept within the Office in Yaoundé;
• Responsibility for checking that accounting documents are in good condition, legible, easily consultable, stored in a secure and professional manner, while ensuring the proper maintenance of the stored documents;
• In charge of the regular digitization (scanning) of accounting documents and the electronic archiving/filing of these documents according to the standards defined by DRC;
• Operational support to all colleagues in the Finance Department, as well as potentially to the Support Departments (Supply Chain and Human Resources) if required by senior management.

Audit & Compliance (20% of his time)

• Support from the Finance Department in the event of an audit or preparation for audits (scanning of documents, archiving, etc.);
• Responsibility to collect all the supporting documents necessary for the accounting document to be considered complete and compliant;

Administration (20% of his time)

• Support for bank liaison
• Support for liaison with the tax department

Requirements

Core Skills

• Academic level equivalent to a minimum Bac+2, university in the field of Finance/Accounting, Project Management, Business Administration or Bioforce type training;
• Knowledge of accounting and financial management software (SAGE, Dynamics, NAVISION, SAGA, etc.) is preferred;
• Excellent command of Microsoft Office;
• Excellent command of Excel tools;
• Excellent analytical and reporting skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work under pressure and stressful conditions;
• Good understanding of the working environment in an international environment.
• Being bilingual (French and English) is an advantage.
• Previous experience with International NGOs is an advantage

Secondary Skills

• Ability to work in a multicultural and cosmopolitan environment
• Proactivity, with a cooperative and collaborative approach
• Excellent communication skills (including attention and patience) are required
• Good organizational skills are required
• Exemplary sense of ethics
• Ability to work in a team and a good sense of humour

We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a leading international NGO
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive work environment

About the Company

Founded in 1956, the Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO. We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In over 30 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.

By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of over 6,000 employees. We pride ourselves on our:

• Professionalism, impact & expertise
• Humanitarian approach & the work we do
• Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
• Culture, values & strong leadership
• Fair compensation & continuous development

Application Process

If you are interested, then apply online via the link: www.drc.dk/about-drc/vacancies/currentvacancies.

Applications can only be made online, on the website indicated above. You must upload your CV (3 pages maximum) and a cover letter online. The CV and cover letter can be in French or English.

Applications made by post, by e-mail or by submitting a physical file will not be considered.

DRC provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, gender, colour, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. DRC does not discriminate in its recruitment processes.

Applications will close on July 16th, 2026 at 23:59 p.m. Cameroon time. Applications received after this date will not be considered.

Nevertheless, it is possible for DRC to start, as early as the end of the posting of the vacancy, the recruitment process if an application meets the expectations and requirements of the position.