Partnerships Finance Specialist

Required Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance. 
  

• Proven experience working remotely with field teams and partners in complex/emergency settings. 
  

• Strong command of donor compliance requirements (ECHO, BHA, EU, SIDA, GIZ, UN agencies). 
  

• Hands-on experience with ERP systems – preferably DRC Dynamics (DYN). 
  

• Demonstrated ability to fix systemic financial issues and stabilize operations. 
  

• Excellent communication skills for remote coaching and high-pressure environments. 
  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
  

• Ability to lead remotely while maintaining strong accountability standards. 
  

• High ethical standards and ability to navigate sensitive financial matters. 
  

• Cultural sensitivity and professionalism when engaging with local partners. 
  

Partnership Financial Management & Compliance 

• Remotely lead financial oversight of all local partners, ensuring full compliance with donor and DRC requirements. 
  

• Review and validate partner financial reports, documentation, and reconciliations. 
  

• Identify compliance risks and implement corrective action plans. 
  

• Provide ongoing guidance to partners and DRC teams on donor rules (ECHO, BHA, GIZ, SIDA, EU, etc.). 
  

Strengthening Internal & Partner Financial Processes 

• Diagnose gaps in partner-linked financial systems and workflows; implement improved processes. 
  

• Lead partner financial management in DRC Dynamics (DYN). 
  

• Enhance archiving, cashbook quality, and partner reporting templates. 
  

• Streamline and standardize partner finance procedures for long-term sustainability. 
  

Field & Partner Support (Remote + Travel When Needed) 

• Conduct virtual support sessions, training, and follow-up meetings with partner finance teams. 
  

• Travel to partner locations only when critical for audits, investigations, compliance reviews, or resolving issues that cannot be addressed remotely. 
  

• Provide hands-on or remote coaching to strengthen partners’ financial capacity and systems. 
  

Financial Reporting & Audit Readiness 

• Ensure partner-related data is accurate, reconciled, and properly uploaded into DYN. 
  

• Support audits by preparing documentation, responding to queries, and guiding partners through requirements.
  

• Strengthen audit trails and ensure partners consistently meet verification standards. 
  

Coordination & Strategic Support  

• Provide weekly updates, risk flags, and recommendations to Finance Manager/Program Development and Quality Manager, and Head of Support Services.
  

• Collaborate with Grants, Area Offices, Partnership teams, and Program staff to ensure aligned processes.
  

• Represent finance in partner review meetings, consortium coordination forums, or donor engagements as needed.