Emergency Pool Mobile Finance Coordinator

CONTEXT  

Within the Operations Department of MSF Belgium (Operational Center Brussels - OCB), our Emergency Pool (E-Pool) has as primary function to intervene directly and quickly with medical activities in crisis situations such as conflicts, epidemics, outbreaks and natural disasters while guaranteeing the quality of interventions. It is also tasked with the monitoring and identification of crises that may arise.  

The E-Pool consists of one E-Pool Coordinator and a deputy, and two Emergency Coordinators based in Brussels. In addition to the Emergency coordinators, the E-Pool unit is composed of technical referent officers in Supply, Logistics, HR and Finance.  
The E-Pool also includes a Mobile Emergency Team deployed in emergency operations and composed of different profiles of coordinators and technicians. Members of the E-Pool Mobile Team travel at short notice to any context where the E-Pool is leading interventions, operating in a roving capacity. 

They undertake several successive short-term assignments between 6 weeks to 3 months, though in exceptional cases, it may extend beyond 3 months.  

As Emergency Mobile Finance Coordinator (E-FinCo) you will successively carry out short-term assignments in the countries of interventions led by the E-Pool in Brussels. Priority will be given to Finance Coordinator (FinCo) positions, but other Finance positions (managers) could also be covered to support more directly the project and the accountancy.  

You are under the line management of the Finance Officer of the E-Pool. Depending on the assignment, you will be placed - during the period of assignment - under the responsibility of the Country Coordinator or Emergency Coordinator.  The Finance Officer of the emergency pool defines the priority of assignments.  

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Define, coordinate and monitor the implementation and management of finance strategies, policies, internal control and all financial, administrative and legal issues in the programme, in line with the emergency context, operational challenges and MSF protocols, standards and procedures, in order to provide accurate, transparent, timely and reliable financial information to the organisation and third parties on the allocation of resources in the projects 

• Participate as an active member of the Country Management Team (CMT) and Epool in defining the intervention objectives and strategies in collaboration with the CMT and HQs Epool Plan, implement and monitor the financial operational and budget needs of the programme, anticipate changes and challenges and plan accordingly to ensure budgets are relevant and appropriate 

• Coordinate and ensure the efficient management of the treasury, including the entire accounting of the programme, to guarantee the smooth running of operations and maintain control over security risks This includes, among other tasks, define minimum cash levels, anticipate planned expenditures, manage local bank accounts and fund transfers, manage contacts with banks and/or other financial institutions at programme level, and monitor supplier payments and project staff salaries 

• Provide regular and adequate indicators to monitor the financial health of the programme and provide relevant cost analysis Monitor expenses versus budget at project level, analyse variances and suggest corrective actions when required Be responsible for the recruitment, management, supervision and development of the project finance team, including coach, train, motivate and ensure their capability Sensitise key executive staff such as coordinators, budget holders and relevant management on financial risks and the extent of their financial responsibilities 

• Assess and mitigate the financial risks of the emergency programme under the guidance of Finoff and EMCO and ensure the implementation of a relevant organisational set-up and a reliable internal control system to meet all financial obligations while ensuring financial ethics are always respected 

• Ensure the correct implementation of MSF policies and guidelines for emergencies within the programme, ensure alignment with legal requirements and national frameworks and design or adapt relevant local policies, procedures and tools for the optimal management of the programme's financial resources 

• Ensure the proper application of HR policies and associated processes (recruitment, training, briefing/debriefing, evaluation, potential detection, staff development and internal communication) to guarantee both the sizing and the level of knowledge required for project and programme finance activities 

• Coordinate and oversee the monthly and yearly closing of accounts so the financial statements accurately reflect the financial reality of the programme 

REQUIREMENTS  

Education & Experience  

• Degree in Finance / Management, Accounting, business administration or equivalent professional experience required
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a finance role
• Minimum 12 months international experience as a Finance Coordinator (FinCo) is mandatory
• Minimum 2 international MSF assignments in finance and accounting positions is required  

• Experience in an emergency intervention is an asset 

• Experience in a finance support position in headquarters (HQ) is an asset  

Competencies  

• Strong knowledge of financial tools and finance management  

• Leadership (able to set priorities, make choices and assume decisions)  

• Very good team management and development (coaching, mentoring, and training) skills  

• Good communication skills: active listener, clear and effective communication, sense of diplomacy and pedagogy  

• Capacity to work interconnected with the other departments and strong interest in understanding the ongoing operations 

• Acute sense of human contact, interpersonal dynamics, and collaborative attitude  

• Ability to work under pressure with good self-awareness and management of personal well-being  

• Strong planification and organisation skills  

• Solution oriented, autonomous, flexible and shows initiative  

• Cross-cultural awareness and ability to work within a dynamic and multicultural team 

• Willingness to be deployed to highly insecure context  

• Good knowledge of Unifield and Wefin is an asset 

Languages  

• Proficiency in English & French, both written & spoken is mandatory
• Spanish, Portuguese, or Arabic is a strong asset  

CONDITIONS  

• Expected starting date: As soon as possible
• Location: Mainly carried out in the countries of intervention (all contexts); based in the country of residence when not on assignment
• Contract type: Fixed term contract – Full time
• Contract duration: 12 months
• Salary according to MSF international salary grid
• The contractual terms, conditions and salary will be established according to the official residence of the selected candidates and in respect of MSF standard function and salary grids
• Medical Insurance 100% covered as per international package – 45 days annual paid leave -Accomplishment bonus of 1,5-months' salary upon completion of 12-months contract
• Transport and accommodation during assignments covered by MSF
• Not a family position
• Adhere to the MSF principles and to our managerial values: Respect, Transparency, Integrity, Accountability, Trust and Empowerment
• Adhere to the MSF Behavioural Commitments  

Deadline for applications: 4th of March 2026 

How to apply?  

➢ Submit your application via the 'Apply here' button     

➢ You will be directed to the online application form for this position    

➢ It should take 5-10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for having your CV and motivation letter (in PDF format) ready to upload  

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