DAF

Job Purpose Reporting to the Coordinator Finance & Administration, this position provides Finance and Administration services within the Office, ensuring service delivery with integrity and accountability, maintaining zero tolerance for fraud and corruption.

Finance & Accounting Ensure compliance with financial procedures, internal controls, and IFRC transaction requirements; record accounting operations in Microsoft Dynamics and manage monthly closures.

Provide financial and administrative support to project teams and National Societies (Senegal, Mauritania, Gambia, Cape Verde); monitor project and partner financial reports with verification of supporting documentation and budget compliance. Prepare financial reports, balance sheet analyses, and variance justifications; manage bank reconciliations, advance tracking, receivables, and payables.

Consolidate cash flow forecasts and prepare fund requests to ensure operational liquidity; monitor exchange rate risks and payment controls. Financial Advisory & Control Contribute to quarterly budget development and monitor financial performance; identify risks, advise management on anomalies, and support audit recommendation implementation.

Train partners on IFRC financial procedures and tools; maintain data confidentiality and financial controls. Administration Manage office administrative procedures, professional travel arrangements (visas, tickets, accommodation), and event organisation; oversee contracts, agreements, and confidential documentation.

Supervise facility maintenance, security, office supplies, vendor performance, and e-contracting processes; maintain efficient filing systems for information accessibility.

Education Master's degree (5 years of university education) in Finance, Audit, Human Resources , or a related field. Knowledge of accounting and financial management software. Experience Minimum 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, and HR management within an organization, company, or audit firm. Minimum 5 years of international work experience (outside the country of origin).

Experience using accounting, financial reporting, and HR software. Good knowledge of International Accounting Standards (IAS/IFRS) and Senegalese Labour Law . Experience handling confidential information and employee relations matters. Previous experience in a humanitarian environment is an asset.

Strong practical knowledge of computer applications, including Windows, Excel, Word, accounting software, email, and Internet tools. Skills Proven expertise in bookkeeping, accounting, payroll administration, accounts payable management, budgeting, and financial forecasting. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with employees and external stakeholders at all levels.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite . Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic work environment. Willingness and ability to travel when required. Knowledge of systems analysis and development. Experience in training, mentoring, and staff development. Languages Fluent written and spoken French . Fluent written and spoken English .

Duration: TBD Start date: asap

IOTA Group supports its clients in delivering major international projects across the energy, nuclear, mining, infrastructure and industrial sectors. For a humanitarian organization in Mauritania, we are currently looking for a DAF