Solidarités International (SI) is seeking a Finance Head of Department for its mission in Nigeria. This role involves directing and coordinating all accounting and financial services, ensuring the mission's financial stability, and adhering to SI's procedures, donor requirements, and local laws.
The successful candidate will be based in Abuja with frequent field visits and will play a crucial role in supporting SI's humanitarian aid efforts in water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), food security and livelihoods (FSL), and shelter across Northeast and Northwest Nigeria.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Solidarités International |
| Department | Finance |
| Location | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Region | Africa |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Stipend / Salary | EUR 2,860 gross per month, plus USD 600 monthly Per Diem |
| Duration | 6 months |
| Start date | 20/12/2026 |
| Application deadline | 31 December 2026 |
About the Position
The Finance Head of Department will be responsible for the overall financial coordination of the mission, managing the finance coordination team, and working closely with other departmental heads and project managers. Key challenges include managing financial coordination across multiple sub-bases, some with limited access, and ensuring the mission's financial sustainability amidst changing donor dynamics. Initial priorities involve financial reporting for terminated grants, proposal development, internal financial analysis, and strengthening the finance team's capacity.
Eligibility
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the humanitarian sector
- Minimum 3-4 years of experience in similar finance coordination positions
- Mastery of Excel and accounting software (SAGA preferred)
- Capacity to lead and design budgets for new proposals, considering SI Nigeria mission strategy and donor compliance
- Strong financial analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure, patient, self-controlled, and solution-oriented
- Ability to make financial information accessible to diverse audiences
- Strong interdepartmental and coordination skills
- Fluent in English (mandatory)
- French language skills (an asset)
Benefits
- Salaried position starting from EUR 2860 gross per month (EUR 2600 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly)
- Monthly Per Diem of USD 600
- Accommodation costs covered
- Travel expenses between country of origin and assignment location covered
- Breaks: 7 working days every three months with a USD 850 break allowance, plus one additional rest day per month worked
- Comprehensive insurance package covering healthcare expenses (medical, surgical, dental, ophthalmological, repatriation) and welfare system including war risks
- Refund for essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs
- Comfortable living conditions in Abuja with private bedroom and bathroom, 24/7 electricity and internet, access to gym, swimming pool, and squash court
- Comfortable living conditions in regional bases (Maiduguri, Birnin Kebbi, Gusau) with private bedroom and bathroom, shared common spaces, electricity and internet, and some recreational facilities
Documents Required
- CV
- Cover letter
How to Apply
- Submit your CV and cover letter through the Solidarités International application portal.
- Note that CV-only applications will not be considered.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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