Assistant Director, Financial Affairs

Overview

The Assistant Director, Financial Affairs is responsible for the integrated planning, coordination, supervision, and execution of all financial operations, providing strategic leadership to financial units and ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant delivery of financial services.

Tasks Summary

• Provide strategic leadership and integrated oversight of all financial functions.
• Direct the annual budget cycle and financial planning process.
• Ensure financial integrity, accountability, and audit readiness.
• Manage treasury, cash flow, and financial risk strategically.
• Provide expert advice and operational support to the Director, FCS.
• Perform any other duties as required by the hierarchy.

Experience Requirements

Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in financial management, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role managing complex financial operations within an international organization or equivalent large public sector entity. Proven experience in directing multi-disciplinary finance teams and overseeing budgeting, accounting, treasury, and audit functions simultaneously. Demonstrated experience working with IPSAS, IFRS, and international public sector financial regulations. Experience in managing financial systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and implementing financial reforms or ERP upgrades.

Qualification Requirements

Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent) highly desirable.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in English is essential.

Languages Preferred: Proficiency in French is highly desirable. Working knowledge of another official INTERPOL language (Arabic or Spanish) is an asset.

Contract Duration: 36.00 months

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