JOB TITLE:  Finance Manager

LOCATION:           Baku, Azerbaijan, with travel to other areas in Azerbaijan

DURATION:  3 Years
 
SUMMARY: Relief International (RI) is currently recruiting Finance Manager candidates for an anticipated multi-year, USAID-funded Media program in Azerbaijan.  The program will increase access to internet and media technologies, engage citizens in media creation and consumption, protect media personnel, and build the capacity of a free and fair media in Azerbaijan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Work closely with the Chief of Party and other key personnel to implement, improve and maintain financial management policies, systems, structures, and procedures for the program.
• Ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the finance office through supervision and management.
• Plan and supervise work of the program-related finance staff including tracking and monitoring of procurements and expenditures, and establishes and maintains an office purchasing, inventory, and requisition system.
• Coordinate compiling of project monthly financial reports for submission to the International Finance Controller and Chief of Party.
• Prepare project budget vs. actual reports on a regular monthly basis.
• Work closely with the Chief of Party to monitor the project budget.
• Assist project officers in ensuring compliance with RI procurements and field accounting policies and procedures, compliance with donor agreement and audit requirements.
• Work closely with project officers over the project implementation planning and cash flow projections.
• Prepare budget revision in close coordination with Chief of Party when necessary.
• Make sure that financial records and backup documentation is ready for internal and external audits.
• Works closely with HQ finance team and internal and external auditors.
• Manage sub-grants to local organizations
• Travel within Azerbaijan to ensure successful performance and implementation of the program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

This position demands a dynamic individual with a demonstrated ability to achieve results in a demanding and fast paced environment. 

• At least ten years experience in financial management; experience on USAID programs highly preferred.
• Background/experience in capacity building or similar field preferred.
• Highly organized and systems-oriented.
• NGO experience and knowledge of donor guideline requirements (e.g. USAID, UN).
• Ability to live, work, and travel within Azerbaijan
• Previous experience in Central Asian former Soviet Republics; experience in Azerbaijan is highly preferred.
• Fluent English required; Azerbaijani or Russian preferred
• Excellent diplomatic, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated decision-making, problem-solving, and team-building ability.
• Graduate degree in Accounting, Economics, or Finance.
• Valid Passport.
• Azerbaijani nationals who meet these qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply.

To Apply:  Submit a resume, cover letter, salary history, 3 professional references (e-mail address and phone number), and a date of availability to ilaha@ri.org Incomplete applications will not be considered.  The email subject line MUST include the following: Finance Manager-Azerbaijan New Media