Solidarités International (SI) is seeking a Head of Finance Department Support for a short-term assignment in N'Djamena, Sudan. This role provides crucial technical assistance to the Sudan Mission's Finance Department, which manages a significant financial volume of approximately €27-29 million in 2026 across numerous grants.
The primary objective is to enhance financial management, streamline the shared cost model, boost team efficiency, and improve financial forecasting and inter-departmental collaboration within SI's largest mission.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | Solidarités International |
| Department | Finance Department |
| Location | N'Djamena, Sudan |
| Region | Africa |
| Open to | International applicants |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Stipend / Salary | EUR 2,860 gross per month (base salary + annual leave allowance) + USD 750 monthly Per Diem |
| Duration | 2 months |
| Start date | 2026-11-01 |
| Application deadline | 26 November 2026 |
About the Position
The successful candidate will focus on three key priorities: overseeing the implementation and application of the shared cost model, including training the finance team; collaborating with the Finance Coordinator to restructure the team and optimize task allocation for improved effectiveness; and working with other departments and field teams to strengthen processes and collaboration, particularly through capacity building on shared cost mechanisms to enable better forecasting at both country and base levels.
Eligibility
- BAC +5 in administration/finances
- 3-4 years of experience in the humanitarian sector
- 3-4 years of experience in a similar position
- Strong experience in budget management and various donor guidelines
- Knowledge of SAGA
- Experience with SI finance systems (shared cost, BOUSSOL, AB, Proposal etc.)
- Experience in team management and capacity building
- Fluent English
- Arabic would be an advantage
- French would be an asset
Benefits
- Salaried position with competitive gross monthly salary and per diem
- Accommodation costs covered
- Travel expenses between origin country and assignment location covered
- Break system: 7 working days every three months with a USD 850 break allowance
- One additional rest day per month worked
- Comprehensive insurance package covering healthcare expenses (medical, surgical, dental, ophthalmological, repatriation)
- Welfare system including war risks
- Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs refunded
- Living in a shared apartment with 24/7 electricity and internet in N'Djamena
- Access to leisure facilities and an expatriate community in N'Djamena
Documents Required
- CV
- Cover letter
How to Apply
- Send your CV and cover letter via the Solidarités International application portal.
- Note that CV-only applications will not be considered.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
Featured image: Photo by Defrino Maasy on Pexels
