Finance Officer – Project Finance Management

About the role

Welthungerhilfe is seeking a Finance Officer to manage the financial administration of two KfW‑funded projects in Butembo, Democratic Republic of the Congo. You will ensure that all financial processes meet both WHH and donor standards, and you will support local staff through training and supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Manage project funds in accordance with WHH and co‑financer specifications.
• Maintain accurate documentation, account assignments, and bookkeeping entries using bookkeeping software.
• Clear costs internally across projects and prepare budgetary documentation for project heads and partners.
• Prepare annual account documents in collaboration with the Head of Project and Head of Finance.
• Process refunds, returns, and final fund requests to donors.
• Instruct, advise, and supervise local administrative staff.
• Conduct purchases and award contracts following WHH and co‑financer regulations.
• Monitor relief supplies and equipment, ensuring compliance with import regulations and conducting inventory inspections.

Required profile

• Proven experience in financial administration of donor‑funded projects.
• Ability to conduct financial controls at the project level.
• Experience training and supervising local staff on finance, administration, and HR standards.
• Strong understanding of donor and co‑financer financial requirements.

Required skills

• Proficiency with bookkeeping software.

What we offer

• 12‑month fixed‑term contract with strong prospects for extension.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, impact‑oriented humanitarian organization.
• Professional development through training local staff and managing international donor projects.