Back to Jobs
Deputy Finance And Administration Coordinator at International Committee Of The Red Cross (ICRC)
Position Title: Deputy Finance And Administration Coordinator
Employer: International Committee Of The Red Cross (ICRC)
Employment: Full-Time | Contract
Place of Work: Addis Ababa - Ethiopia
Posted date: 4 months ago
Deadline: Submission date is over
Job Summary
The Deputy Finance & Administration Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial management, compliance, and reporting. The role oversees finance, premises, and welcome functions under the supervision of the Finance & Administration Coordinator, ensuring effective use of resources, adherence to institutional standards, and smooth administrative operations.
This role also includes strengthening internal processes, coaching teams, and supporting decision-making with reliable financial data and analysis.
Relationships
- Internal: Works closely with the Finance & Administration Coordinator, Field F&A Managers, and other departments.
- External: Liaises with financial authorities (e.g., tax authorities, banks), and external service providers (e.g., hotels, security companies).
Accountabilities & functional responsibilities
Financial Management & Compliance
- Act as a financial business partner to management and heads of departments, providing insight and advice to support operational and strategic decisions.
- Assist in the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and monthly financial/risk reports, ensuring alignment with delegation priorities.
- Monitor cost control, analyze budget deviations, and recommend corrective measures.
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies, statutory requirements, and internal control mechanisms.
- Serve as co-signatory and act as the main finance interface with authorities, banks, auditors, and other service providers.
- Safeguard ICRC financial assets and resources, implementing contingency measures to mitigate financial and contextual risks.
- Interpret and implement institutional financial guidelines within the local context to balance compliance with operational flexibility.
- Authorize/validate expenditures as per the threshold of the ICRC.
Facility Management & Administration/Welcome Services
- Oversee facility management, including office infrastructure, residential premises, and staff housing.
- Ensure proper security arrangements, safe accommodation, and quality welcome services for staff and visitors.
- Update and enforce local administrative policies and procedures in line with ICRC standards and MSR requirements.
- Guarantee service quality and client orientation in welcome and facility-related services.
- Implement sustainability and risk-mitigation measures (energy efficiency, waste reduction, security, and safety protocols).
- Safeguard proper management of physical assets, equipment, and premises.
People Management
- Supervise the Finance, Premises, and Welcome teams, ensuring effective performance and professional development.
- Provide coaching, feedback, and support to enable autonomy and efficiency.
- Conduct regular team meetings, performance reviews, and development planning.
- Ensure updated job descriptions, staff leave planning, and adherence to performance deadlines.
Advisory & Capacity Building
- Act as adviser, trainer, and coach on financial and administrative matters for other departments.
- Promote knowledge of ICRC standard FAD procedures across departments.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or master’s in finance, economics, business administration, or any related field.
- 7 – 10 years of relevant experience, including 3 - 5 years in a managerial role.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Fluency in Amharic and in English (oral and written) is Mandatory, and knowledge of additional international and local languages is an asset.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and decision-making.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Integrity, accountability, and adherence to ethical standards.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Commitment to teamwork, capacity building, and staff development.
Additional information
- Type of role: National / Resident (Opened to Ethiopian Nationals ONLY)
- Working rate: 100%
- Location: Addis Ababa
- Job level: C1
- Length of assignment: 1 year Fixed term contract with posssibility of extension
- Hardship : H0
- Application deadline: 12/11/2025
