Finance Manager

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join one of our international country programmes in Somalia.

This is a key position responsible for ensuring strong financial stewardship, compliance, accountability and effective financial management across the country office operations.

This opportunity would suit a qualified finance professional with proven experience in international development, donor-funded programmes and leading finance teams in complex operational environments.

About the Role

The Finance Manager is responsible for manage the country finance function and ensuring that all financial activities are managed effectively, transparently and in accordance with Islamic Relief policies, donor requirements and local legal regulations.

Working closely with the Country Director, Programme teams and Global Finance colleagues, you will provide strategic financial leadership and oversight across budgeting, reporting, cash management, internal controls, compliance and audit activities.

You will play a critical role in supporting programme delivery by ensuring robust financial planning, effective grant management and timely donor reporting, while building the capacity of finance staff and strengthening financial systems across country and field office operations.

The role also requires strong stakeholder engagement with institutional donors, auditors, banks, government authorities and implementing partners, helping to ensure financial accountability and operational excellence across the programme.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• A degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in financial management, budgeting and donor-funded programme finance.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, accounting standards and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing and developing finance teams across multiple locations.
• Experience preparing donor financial reports and supporting grant management processes.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present financial information to non-financial audiences.
• Experience using ERP systems and financial management software.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders in multicultural environments.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a vital role in supporting life-changing programmes across some of the world's most challenging contexts. You will contribute to strengthening financial accountability, supporting programme delivery and helping vulnerable communities achieve sustainable change through effective humanitarian and development interventions.