Welthungerhilfe (WHH) is one of Germany's largest private aid organizations. Politically and religiously independent, we work toward a world without hunger. Together with national and international partners, we respond to humanitarian crises and support long-term solutions that improve the living conditions for the most vulnerable people. Our vision: "Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet."
The position is to be filled by November 1st, 2026, with an initial contract duration of one year, with very good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic. WHH has been engaged in the Syria response since 2013, supporting displaced people and host communities in Syria and neighbouring countries, including Lebanon and Türkiye, through humanitarian assistance, early recovery and resilience-building programmes. Working closely with local partner organisations, WHH focuses on food security, livelihoods and sustainable solutions.
As Head of Finance, you will support the Country Director in ensuring the effective and compliant financial management of Welthungerhilfe's programmes and projects across Syria, Türkiye and Lebanon, and lead the Finance and Administration team.
Your responsibilities:
- Ensure efficient, transparent and auditable financial and administrative processes across the Country Office, projects and partner organisations
- Advise the Country Director and programme and project management teams on financial planning, budgeting and donor requirements
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, liquidity planning, project accounting, expenditure monitoring and cost allocation, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Oversee the financial administration and refinancing of the Country Office, including medium-term financial planning
- Monitor the financial management of partner organisations, review partner agreements and strengthen partners' financial management capacities
- Coordinate annual accounts, audits and financial reviews and ensure timely follow-up of audit recommendations
- Support donor financial management, including financial reports, fund requests, project modifications and extensions
- Lead and develop the Finance and Administration team and coordinate financial management training for Welthungerhilfe and partner staff
Your profile:
- A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or another relevant field
- 5–10 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in financial management roles within an international NGO or comparable organisation
- Strong experience in project financial management, budgeting, financial reporting and financial controls
- Sound knowledge of donor regulations, compliance requirements and audit processes
- Strong analytical, organisational and coordination skills; strong communication and cooperation skills
- High level of intercultural competence and confidence working in an international environment
- Readiness to receive the necessary vaccinations to work in our country offices
- Willingness and ability to travel occasionally, including within Syria, Türkiye and Lebanon
- Fluency in English; knowledge of German, Turkish or Arabic would be an advantage
Closing date: 2026-09-13
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send your application via the Welthungerhilfe online recruiting system by September 13, 2026. Your contact person is Ina Stepka. Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities; accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.
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