(Offre en anglais) Search For Common Ground recrute un(e) “Finance and Compliance Officer” عودة إلى الفرص

We are Searchers.
We are over 800 strong worldwide. We believe in our mission to end violent conflict.
It’s our purpose- our call to action.

A Searcher understands our vision of a world where: Differences stimulate social progress, rather than precipitate violence
Respect for and cooperation with those we disagree with is considered the norm

A Searcher is a dedicated, enthusiastic and passionate individual, committed to our values. Shared Humanity. Empathy. Impartiality. Inclusivity. Courage. Hope. Humility. Audacity.
With headquarters in Washington, DC and Brussels, Belgium, we implement projects from 55 offices in 34 countries, including in Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States. You will be joining other highly motivated Searchers with a good team spirit and through commitment and dedication, have opportunities to grow.

Search in Tunisia

SFCG’s mission in Tunisia is to promote the culture of dialogue and diversity through the involvement of all parts of society while building their capacities. SFCG works in Tunisia to help members of Tunisian society to address conflicts and differences constructively through cooperation and dialogue. SFCG-Tunisia works across multiple channels, mainly with youth, CSOs, media actors, security forces, and local authorities to build the capacity of individuals and institutions to address challenges including differences and acting on common points. Through this approach and partnerships, SFCG-Tunisia has four main strategic objectives: (i) Promoting Peace Education; (ii) Fostering non-violent social dialogue; (iii) Enhancing participatory and inclusive governance; and (vi) Transforming Violent Extremism in Tunisia. More information about our Tunisia program can be found here

We are searching for…

SFCG is currently recruiting for the position of Finance and Compliance Officer for USAID Tunisia Resilience and Community Empowerment (TRACE) program, which Search is implementing in partnership with FHI360. The TRACE program will increase the capacity of communities to withstand political, social, and economic stresses and shocks by achieving the objectives of: 1) strengthened community resilience, 2) mitigated community vulnerabilities, and 3) improved capacity of Tunisian partners to sustain and replicate the model. TRACE will spur 30 of Tunisia’s most vulnerable communities to action and generate sustainable resources for development in areas that are vulnerable to instability and violent extremism (VE). Together with USAID/Tunisia’s programs in accountability, decentralization, and youth entrepreneurship (i.e., TADAEEM and Mashrou3i), TRACE will consolidate democratic progress while fostering social cohesion in target areas.

Your contribution

The Finance and Compliance Officer will serve as a member of the SFCG project team on TRACE and will report to Search Tunisia’s Finance, Administration, Logistics, and HR Senior Manager. S/he will serve as the primary in-country finance focal point for SFCG TRACE staff and ensure proper financial management procedures in line with SFCG and USAID compliance protocols.

The roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

● Coordinate administrative and financial operations for SFCG TRACE team;
● Ensure all project-related financial transactions comply with SFCG internal policies as well as USAID compliance regulations;
● Process expense reports, reconcile accounts, and classify invoices for SFCG TRACE project staff so as to effectively maintain an orderly and accurate filing;
● Contribute to the monthly financial reporting on TRACE and preparation of requests for payment.
● Participate in daily/weekly scanning with KOFAX of all TRACE expense vouchers.
● Manage the SFCG TRACE team members cash supply, namely petty cash and remittances, for field activities, all in accordance with established procedures;
● Contribute to the monitoring of the administrative, financial and accounting activities for the SFCG’s TRACE project;
● Serve as key liaison between SFCG TRACE team and senior SFCG-Tunisia management on review and approvals of finance and compliance processes;
● Maintain a consistent and efficient filing and archiving system for accounting and administrative records for SFCG’s TRACE project; and
● Provide administrative assistance to Search’s Finance, Administration, Logistics, and HR Senior Manager
● Ensure the daily reporting of the financial situation.

As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the position holder may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.

Please note: this position is open to Tunisian nationals only

Duration:

initial 12 month contract (CDD), extendable for up to 5 years, with start date beginning of December 2018.