Junior Finance Coordinator for MENA region

Location: Prague, with field trips abroad

Starting date: as soon as possible

Duration: 12 months with a possibility of extension (transfer to a contract with an

indefinite period)

Background:

People in Need (PIN) is one of the largest non-profit organizations in Central and Eastern

Europe active in humanitarian and development aid, human rights and social inclusion.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Finance Coordinator to join our dynamic team. This entry-level position is ideal for someone passionate about finance and looking to grow their career in the non-profit sector.

About the position:

Junior Finance Coordinator will be responsible for the HQ based financial agendas related
to the Syria and Iraq country programs, with potential involvement in the rest of the region. He/she will cooperate closely with the Finance Coordinator based on a specific task split.
The agenda is finance-administrative and we are always aiming to achieve a sustainable mix of repetitive and ad hoc tasks to keep the necessary work dynamics.  

Main requirements:

• Previous experience in a finance position is an advantage
• Knowledge of Czech language
• Communicative level of English (minimum of active B2)
• Keen eye on details and passion for working with numbers
• Willingness to travel in the Country programs offices
• Advanced Excel skills as you will handle Pivot Tables and other complex formulas
• Ability to communicate clearly with different groups of people and to respect the different cultural background
• Ability to work independently and effectively
• Ability to deal with complex agenda
• Knowledge of SAP, MS Dynamics Nav or other ERP is an advantage
• For expatriate staff: Having a valid work permit for the Czech Republic

People in Need Offers:

• Salary range: 39,400 – 42 000 CZK based on the previous work experience and according to PIN RDD Salary scale
• Background and professionalism of the largest Czech non-governmental organization
• Interesting and creative work in an international environment
• Possible opportunity to gain experience as a finance manager at one of our country programs in the future - based on our needs
• PIN supports professional and personal development
• 25 days of annual leave, 3 days of sick leave
• Home office upon agreement
• Mobile phone and fully covered service plan
• Providing of a Multisport card (with costs covered by the employee)
• Getting to know the organization and colleagues from around the world - 2 weeks of Induction (now online)
• Child daycare center for employees’ children
• Open and informal organizational culture
• Psychological support and couching
• Possibility to participate in interesting events we organize (e.g. One World international film festival)
• Friendly colleagues with similar values
• Dog-friendly office

How to apply:

Are you interested in this position? Great. Send us your CV and short cover letter via our application form. 

Please note only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on rolling basis and the vacancy will be closed when filled. 

People in Need is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct and committed to promoting the welfare of children and adults with whom People in Need involves. People in Need expects all staff to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with People in Need code of conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp). People in Need Staff will undertake the appropriate level of training. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. 

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.