Haiti - Financial Coordinator (M/F) - Port-au-Prince
Organization: Solidarités International
Closing date: August 31, 2026
Desired start date: end of July.
Mission duration: 6 months.
Location: Port-au-Prince
SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL:
(SI) is an international humanitarian aid organization that, for over 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflict and natural disasters by addressing their vital needs: water, food, and shelter. Particularly committed to combating diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death worldwide, SI implements its interventions with expertise in the areas of access to drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion, as well as in the essential areas of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, SI's teams—a total of 3,200 people including expatriates, national staff, headquarters staff, and a few volunteers—operate with professionalism and dedication, respecting local cultures.
The mission:
Present in Haiti since 2004, Solidarités International (SI) has extensive experience in emergency response, built up after Tropical Storm Jeanne and strengthened during major crises (the 2016 hurricane, the 2021 earthquake, and epidemics). A key player in the WASH sector, as well as in food security, livelihoods, and nutrition, SI has been working for over ten years with the most vulnerable populations, particularly internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities. Faced with the deteriorating security situation linked to organized criminal groups, SI currently operates in 17 displacement sites in Delmas, Cité-Soleil, and Port-au-Prince, improving access to water and sanitation infrastructure and contributing to the prevention of waterborne diseases. SI also addresses immediate needs through income-generating activities and nutritional prevention programs targeting children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers.
As of March 2026, the country office consists of a coordination unit and an operational base in Port-au-Prince. The mission hopes to open new areas of intervention in 2026, depending on available funding.
The Haiti mission has a budget of 5 million euros, primarily funded by:
- Emergency WASH programs funded by - ECHO / UNICEF / SDC / CDCS
- Food security program funded by - IFSAN
- She also has projects under discussion, including:
- Emergency WASH program with US Department of Health via OCHA/ECHO.
- The mission's main donors are: ECHO, UNICEF, IFSAN, CDCS, and SDC. Activities are implemented with one local partner and several international partners.
Job description:
GENERAL OBJECTIVE:
The Administrative & Financial Coordinator directs and coordinates the administrative, accounting and financial services of the mission.
As coordinator, he/she is responsible for the financial balance of the mission and for ensuring that everyone complies with Solidarités International procedures, donor procedures and the laws of the country in which Solidarités International operates.
He/she is the point of contact for the mission and the link between headquarters and the mission for all questions relating to management, accounting and budget monitoring.
SPECIFIC ISSUES AND CHALLENGES:
- The finance team is relatively junior and needs support and training to continue its work.
- They need to be proactive in submitting proposals and reporting.
- This is a significant scaling-up mission and involves structuring all departments to support them.
PRIORITIES FOR THE FIRST 2-3 MONTHS:
- Continue implementing all IT procedures within the mission
- Training and capacity building for the finance team
- Improve and consolidate the financial management of the mission and the portfolio of contracts
SECURITY CONSTRAINTS:
Haiti is categorized as Level 4. Security is quite volatile/deteriorated in Port-au-Prince due to the presence of gangs, but this does not prevent activities from taking place. Mission security rules are strict (9 PM curfew in Port-au-Prince).
Your profile:
DEGREE AND EXPERIENCE;
- University degree at BAC+4 level in Management, Accounting, Economics or related discipline.
- Experience in the humanitarian sector: 3-4 years
- Experience in a similar role: 3-4 years
SKILLS:
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Experience as a coordinator/manager/financial director of a humanitarian mission is mandatory
- Organizational and prioritization skills, ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and ability to structure work within a team
- Good knowledge and experience in financial management for the main institutional donors: ECHO / CDCS / HF / SDC / USAID (donor rules and procedures) and good command of computer programs Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Good dexterity in Excel is essential.
CROSS-CUTTING SKILLS
- Managerial qualities, and in particular skills in team management, remote technical support, skills development
- High work capacity and resistance to stress
- Knowledge of specific IT topics and tools is highly valued
LANGUAGES
- French (mandatory working language):
- SI will offer you the following conditions:
A salaried position:
Depending on experience, starting from EUR 2860 gross per month (2600 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 750.
SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's home country and the place of assignment.
Breaks:
During the mission, a system of alternating work and leave is in place, with 7 working days off every three months (with USD 850 allocated by Solidarités International). In addition to these break periods, one extra day of leave is granted for each month worked.
Social and medical coverage:
Expatriates benefit from insurance that reimburses all healthcare costs (including medical and surgical fees, dental and ophthalmological care, and repatriation) and a supplementary benefits system that includes war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are reimbursed.
LIVING CONDITIONS:
- The position is based in Port-au-Prince. Accommodation is provided in a guesthouse with single rooms located in a secure compound 1 km from the office. The standard is very good (swimming pools, tennis court, rooms with private or shared bathrooms, maximum one other room).
- Restaurants, a supermarket, and shops cover all needs.
- The office is also decent, well located in a residential area.
How to apply:
Do you recognize yourself in this description?
If so, please send us your CV and cover letter: Submit your application - SOLIDARITÉS INTERNATIONAL
Applications containing only CVs will not be considered.
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