Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Finance & HR Officer Vacancy 2026
Danish Refugee Council (DRC)The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is inviting qualified candidates to apply for a Finance & HR Officer position based in Jigjiga, Ethiopia. The role provides field-level finance and human resources support while helping ensure compliance with DRC policies, procedures, internal controls, and accountability requirements.
Job Overview
- Organization: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
- Position: Finance & HR Officer
- Location: Jigjiga, Ethiopia
- Contract Type: National Contract
- Contract Length: 10 months
- Band: H2
- Start Date: November 15, 2026
- Job ID: 176916
- Application Deadline: October 20, 2026
- Salary: According to DRC's Terms of Employment for National Employees
About Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian organization working to protect, advocate for, and support refugees, internally displaced people, and other displacement-affected communities. DRC has worked since 1956 and operates internationally in support of people affected by displacement.
Job Summary
The Finance & HR Officer is responsible for managing field-level finance and HR support functions, ensuring compliance with DRC policies and procedures, and supporting internal controls and accountability. The position also supports the AfD-funded H.E.R. (Hope, Empowerment, and Resilience) project and long-term operations in the Benishangul Gumz Region.
Key Responsibilities
Finance
- Process payments for vendors, staff, and casual workers accurately and on time in accordance with DRC and donor requirements.
- Maintain daily and monthly cash books.
- Conduct regular bank reconciliations and oversee cash counts.
- Process and reconcile staff advances and ensure timely clearance with appropriate documentation.
- Ensure payments are correctly coded and recorded in DYN, DRC's ERP system.
- Assist with monthly financial reporting and internal and external audits.
- Ensure tax, pension, and other statutory deductions are correctly calculated and paid on time.
- Maintain organized and auditable financial records in both hard and electronic formats.
Human Resources
- Support field-level recruitment activities, including posting, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
- Maintain accurate employee records and track leave and contract documentation.
- Support monthly payroll inputs using updated leave balances and timesheets.
- Coordinate staff inductions and orientations.
- Ensure compliance with HR policies.
- Verify staff registration with the government pension scheme and possession of ID cards.
- Follow up on HR-related correspondence and documentation with the Country Office HR team.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
Experience
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in finance and HR roles, preferably within an NGO or similar organization.
- Experience with HR practices and staff coordination is preferred.
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
- Familiarity with ERP systems such as DYN.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- Good knowledge of Ethiopian labor laws and administrative procedures.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure.
Languages
- Fluent spoken and written English.
- Somali and Afaan Oromo proficiency is preferred.
DRC Core Competencies
Candidates are expected to demonstrate:
- Striving for excellence
- Collaborating
- Taking the lead
- Communicating
- Demonstrating integrity
Application Deadline
October 20, 2026
How to Apply
Applicants must submit an updated CV and cover letter in English through the DRC careers portal.
CV requirement: The CV must not exceed three pages. Applications with CVs longer than three pages may not be considered.
Applications sent by email will not be considered.
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Women candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. DRC is committed to equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment. Qualified Ethiopian nationals are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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