The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

The IRC has operated in Syria since 2012, providing protection, health, economic recovery, and early childhood development programs in Idleb, Aleppo, Ar-Raqqa, Hassakeh, and Deir ez-Zor, with new programs expanding into Hama, rural Damascus, and Homs. With a team of over 350 members, the IRC has established trust and strong community relationships, ensuring access and effective service delivery. 

Our longstanding experience in the country to date provides a strong foundation for the IRC to further adapt and expand its programming across Syria, in order to respond to the new realities, with a greater focus on resilience and recovery initiatives. Alongside this, the IRC also It plays a significant role in Syria’s NGO, donor, and coordination forums, holding key positions and actively engaging in advocacy efforts.

Job Overview/Summary:

The Budgeting and Reporting Officer is responsible for coordinating the budgeting process, monitoring budget implementation, and preparing timely and accurate financial reports. This role supports financial planning and decision-making by ensuring that financial data is well-analyzed, reliable, and aligned with organizational goals and donor requirements.

Responsibilities:

 Review budget spending and advise relevant staff on spending status. Requests feedback on all over/under spending.Prepare monthly Budget versus Actual (BvA) reports for Syria grants and distributes on time.Prepare for any new proposal development and budget modification, RealignmentPrepare and updates spending plans for all active grants in conjunction with designated budget holders.Participate in monthly Grant Review Meetings (GRMs) and presents spending status. Follows-up on action points identified during the meetings.Attend and provide support to all Grant Opening, Grant Review, and Grant Closing Meetings.Prepare new budget line coding (D2 codes) for each new grant and updates in Integra system.Upload budgets to Integra system when required and follow up with budget holders on any support needed in creating codes in the system.Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal reviews

 

Required Experience/qualification/Skills:

 Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldMinimum of 2 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and reportingStrong proficiency in MS Excel and financial software (ERP systems).Previous experience with various donors financial policies and guidelines including USAID, Europe Aid, Sida, CIDA, UNICEF, UNHCR, ECHO,GFFO and other institutional donors

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

A commitment to IRC’s mission, vision, values and IRC Way – Professional Code of Conduct. Credible written, presentation and verbal communication skills; ability to convey information effectively and solid experience providing training and staff development Validated sense of professional discretion, integrity, and ability to handle complex situations diplomatically and to effective resolution. Excellent management and interpersonal skills and a solid ability to promote harmonious/cohesive teamwork, in a cross-cultural context. Validated ability to plan long-term, organize priorities and work under administrative and programmatic pressures with detail orientation and professional patience. Highly collaborative and resourceful; ability to establish positive working relationships with senior level management and all other partners to maximize cooperation and productivity. Curiosity, a desire to continually learn and develop and a sense of humor is a must. Analytical ability in creating effective solutions to complex matters while adhering to labor laws and internal policies.

Language/Travel:

English is required Travel: 15% to field sites

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to:  Budget and Reporting Coordinator Position directly supervises: N/A Indirect Reporting (If applicable): N/A Key Internal Contacts: Grants Team, Program Team , Support team Key External Contacts: N/A
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.