Finance & Administration Manager (800113) (Geneva (GVA), CH, 32874)

Job description

What we do The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations. Purpose The Finance and Administration Manager is accountable for the integrity of financial and analytical accounting and reporting from the field. S/he oversees all financial resources and administrative activities - including management of premises and staff travel - within a given field office. In this role, s/he holds responsibilities in financial business partnering, risk management, financial compliance, resource management and quality administrative services Accountabilities & functional responsibilities Supervises the Finance Department, supporting annual budgets, monthly forecasts, risk reporting, cost control, budget analysis, statutory compliance, and assessment of the financial situation, including treasury. Acts as adviser, trainer, and coach on all financial and economic matters for teams running humanitarian projects. Draws up contingency measures to respond to critical changes in the operating context. Interprets and ensures implementation of institutional guidelines and policies, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and mitigating financial risks. Acts as co-signatory and finance interface with authorities, suppliers, banks, and other commercial parties. Provides reliable forecasts and budget data to support tactical and strategic managerial decision-making. Oversees day-to-day financial management, office and residential premises maintenance, and appropriate security arrangements for staff. Supports the Head of Structure in risk assessment, monitoring risk mitigation measures related to finance and administration. Leads sustainability measures with technical departments and headquarters to reduce energy consumption and implement sustainability improvements. Ensures Finance & Administration Department staffing aligns with operational needs. Reports to (role) Finance & Administration Country Manager / Head of Sub-Delegation People management responsibilities Yes Education & professional experience required University degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in Economics, Business Administration, Finance or a related field.​ Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in business management, financial control, analysis or audit, preferably in an international or humanitarian context. Exposure to multicultural environments or overseas assignments. Experience in staff supervision: ability to motivate, mentor, and upskill team members. Professional certification in fraud prevention (CFE), accounting (CPA/CMA) or project management is an asset. Digital proficiency (Power BI, data analytics and other business analytics technics) or experience in digital transformation. Office management experience is a strong asset.​ Language requirements English & French: Professional proficiency (C1 Level) is mandatory Knowledge of Arabic, Spanish or Russian is a strong asset Desired profile Leadership: ability to constructively challenge the status quo, to proactively drive change by advocating for innovative ideas, questioning assumptions, and inspiring others to embrace continuous improvement. ​ Critical and Analytical Thinking: cognitive discipline that enables one to remain objective and self-controlled under all conditions, even extreme ones, allowing for a synthetic analysis of political and cross-cultural contexts.​ Digital skills: refer to the ability to use digital tools, platforms, and technologies, including artificial intelligence, that enhances performance, supports collaboration, and enables adaptation to evolving work environments. This includes applying appropriate standards for security, data protection, and ethical use, as well as demonstrating awareness of one’s own limitations and continuously developing one’s digital competence.​ Emotional Intelligence: Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence and adeptness in communicating with diverse groups such as civilian populations, families of missing persons, and detainees. Exhibits a strong commitment to collaboration within a multicultural environment.​ Resilience & Adaptability: Preparedness to operate in insecure and stressful environments with limited social outlets. Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances while reacting appropriately​ Cross-cultural awareness: Possesses cross-cultural awareness acquired through previous humanitarian or voluntary work, ideally with international exposure. Additional information Type of position: Mobile Working rate: 100% Starting date: Ongoing depending on operational needs Location: Global Deployment Job level: B3 Length of assignment: 12 Months Type of contract: Maximum-term contract Application deadline: Tuesday, 22 September 2026 Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Questions on working with us If you have any questions about working with us, please visit our FAQ page Our values At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page