Country: France
Closing date: 01 Apr 2018
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), a neutral and independent humanitarian organization, has a vacancy at its Regional Delegation in Paris for a resident position:
A Regional Finance & Administration Manager (M/F)
Purpose of the post
The Regional Finance and Administration Manager is responsible for the set up and management of the administrative structures of the ICRC regional delegation in Paris (PAR), the ICRC mission in Athens (ATH) and the delegation in Budapest (BUD). He directly manages 3 resident administrative staff in Paris and technically supervises 1 staff (Head of a team of 5) in Athens and 1 staff in Budapest.
In line with corresponding professional guidelines, coordinates and supervises all administrative files (HR, finances, premises and welcome) – in coordination with the HR Manager for the HR part. As a member of the management team, contributes to the delegation's decision-making process, with particular focus on administrative matters. He reports to the PAR Head of regional delegation and BUD Head of Delegation and maintains functional links with several units at HQ.
Main Responsibilities
In accordance with the existing professional guidelines and framework, manages and supervises administration activities of the delegation in terms of structure (2 delegations, 1 mission), finances (budget 2017- appx. 11,5 Mio. CHF), human resources (budget 2018- 47 resident staff), premises (budget 2018- 23 lease agreements) and welcome (budget 2017 - 18 mobile staff, family missions)
Defines the objectives, priority of activities and needed financial, material and human resources
Ensures that the ICRC internal administrative and financial procedures are updated, respected and applied
Is responsible of the daily HR Administration of the Paris Delegation, including contacts with staff representatives
Coaches and builds the capacity of the resident support staff
Supervises the Logistics team and ensures standard logistics procedures are followed
Supervises the ICT team and ensures standard ICT procedures are followed
Together with the Management, ensures a conducive working atmosphere along with transparent decision making process and adequate internal communication flow
Selection requirement
EU national or holder of a valid work permit for the Schengen area
Willingness to travel to the covered structures (up to 30% of the time)
Fluent English and French mandatory, a third language an asset (Italian, Greek, Spanish, etc.)
Master Degree or equivalent in business administration, Finance/accounting, HR or Management
10 years of professional experience among which min. 4-7 years in the areas of finance, accounting; A proven experience in HR management is highly recommended
Previous ICRC field experience mandatory
Your profile
Proven capacity to lead a team, including remotely
Ability to create and maintain a conducive working environment
Strong negotiation skills
Strong analytical, decision making and organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities in an autonomous manner
Ability to represent the ICRC towards external interlocutors
What we offer
An opportunity to practice your profession in a humanitarian and multicultural environment
An attractive remuneration package (terms and conditions of employment of our Paris delegation)
How to apply:
Application files (resume and letter of motivation indicating possible date of beginning of contract) are to be sent to par_recrutement@icrc.org
Deadline for applications: 1st of April 2018
Contract: Open-ended contract (CDI) with a renewable 4-month probationary period
Salary: According to salary scale and experience (internal grade: C1)
Starting date: ideallyMid-May 2018 (tests to take place first week of April and interviews on second week of April)
Only short listed candidate will be contacted
Please note that short-listed candidates will be requested to submit copies of their diplomas/certificates and references