Senior Finance Officer - National Position
National Position
Europe
Ukraine
Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.
Since the start of the war in eastern Ukraine in 2014, Malteser International has been working with three local partner organizations in the sector of mental health and psycho-social support (MHPSS). As a result of the Russian attack in February 2022, Malteser International has expanded its humanitarian activities in Ukraine with a strong partner focus to include relief distributions in war-affected areas – winterization – a scale-up of Mental Health and Psycho-social support – as well as social support and cohesion.
In support of the current and envisioned program implementation and to reinforce the capacities of our local partners in Ukraine, Malteser International is looking for a Senior Finance Officer for its office in Kyiv.
Under the supervision of the Finance Manager, the Senior Finance Officer is responsible for ensuring compliance with MI’s standards and rules in the finance field, financial strategy and steering as well as operational financial management within his/her area of responsibility. In addition , s/he is in charge of supporting the Finance Manager in his/her functions. More specifically, she/he will oversee the implementation and follow-up of financial management and control tools. She/he will also be in charge of training and building the capacities of the partners’ finance staff.
Your responsibilities:
- Provide support, direction, monitoring, oversight, and guidance on the financial aspects of program activities implemented through partner organizations
- Ensure adherence to MI policies, handbooks, guidelines, and donor requirements
- Prepare and submit reports, provide analysis, and ensure proper filing of all supporting documents
- Support the Finance Manager in procedures and required training for the support team
- Assist partners and project staff with financial matters
- Maintain budget control and monitor cash flow for partners
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Line Manager
Your profile:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in financial management, preferably in a humanitarian or development context
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field; a master’s degree or professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA) is preferred
- Experience working in a senior finance position within a humanitarian context
- Professional knowledge of accounting and auditing (preferable)
- Previous experience working in complex and volatile contexts
- Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities
- Fluency in both Ukrainian and English (written and spoken)
What we offer:
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duty Station: Kyiv/Ukraine with frequent travel to other oblasts
- Duration of contract: One year (with possibility to extend)
- Salary according to qualification and experience, insurance package
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these document.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please have a look here.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, kindly submit your extensive application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references) online at our job portal
until 09th April 2025.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.