Finance Officer - Partnerships

About the Position

We are seeking a Finance Officer - Partnerships to join our team in Damascus, Syria, focusing on financial management and compliance for partner organizations.

Responsibilities

Partnership Financial Management and Compliance

• Review partner financial reports and supporting documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with donor and DRC requirements.
• In coordination with the finance manager and partnership coordinator, review partner budgets when submission, budget revisions, and realignments to ensure compliance with donor and DRC requirements.
• Participate in partner financial due diligence assessments and support the development and follow-up of risk mitigation plans.
• Review partner payment requests and liquidation documentation and provide recommendations prior to processing.
• Support financial close-out processes for partnerships, including final financial report review, asset verification, and reconciliation of outstanding balances.
• Conduct partner financial monitoring visits, spot checks, and compliance reviews.
• Follow up on identified issues and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Support financial capacity building of partners through training, coaching, and day-to-day guidance.
• Coordinate with Programme and Partnerships teams regarding partner financial compliance matters.
• Maintain organized audit files and ensure audit documentation is properly archived and readily accessible.
• Support the coordination and management of project audits, track audit findings and management actions and support timely implementation of agreed corrective measures.
• Coordinate with Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Administration, and Programme teams to ensure completeness and availability of supporting documentation.
• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting files as required.
• Follow up on audit requests and ensure timely submission of documentation.
• Support implementation and follow-up of audit recommendations.

Finance Operations and Month-End Closure

• Support month-end closure activities and ensure expenses are accurately recorded within the required timelines.
• Monitor outstanding advances, accruals, and partner balances and support timely reconciliation and clearance.
• Process and verify financial transactions and supporting documents in accordance with DRC procedures.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of accounting documentation.
• Support reconciliations and follow-up on pending financial transactions.

Statutory Compliance

• Prepare and process tax and social insurance payments in compliance with local regulations.
• Maintain proper documentation related to statutory payments and filings.
• Coordinate with HR and relevant authorities on statutory compliance matters.

Other

• Ensure compliance with DRC operational handbook, finance procedures, and donor requirements.
• Ensure adherence to DRC’s Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies.
• Perform other relevant tasks as requested by the Finance Manager.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant finance experience, preferably within NGOs or INGOs.
• Experience in partner financial management and compliance review.
• Experience supporting audits and donor compliance processes.
• Experience in accounting, month-end closure, and financial documentation.
• Good understanding of statutory requirements including tax and social insurance processes.
• Strong Excel skills and good knowledge of financial systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and coordination skills.

Education

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification is an advantage.

Languages

• Full professional proficiency in English.
• Fluency in Arabic.

We Offer

• Contract length: Six months (Extension based on performance and funds)
• Level: Non-Management H1
• Location: Syria – Damascus (with travel and field visits to partner locations as required)
• Expected Start date: 01 August 2026

Application Process

Interested? Then apply for this position here: Talentech - Finance Officer - Partnerships - Application Form

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages). Both must be in the same language as this vacancy note. CV only applications will not be considered.

Applications close 07 July 2026

Need Further Information?

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website www.drc.org

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

Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.