HEKS/EPER has over 1,500 permanent employees. The organization operates in 24 locations in Switzerland and in 35 countries worldwide, with 290 programs and projects valued at approximately 144 million Swiss francs. In 2024, HEKS/EPER reached around 16 million people through its work.
HEKS/EPER pursues the vision of a just world where the dignity of all is respected, peace reigns, and the natural environment is preserved. Its aim is to bring about social, economic, and political change. HEKS/EPER contributes to improving people’s living conditions in Switzerland and around the world, advocating for their rights and, to this end, mobilizing and raising awareness among society, policymakers, businesses, and churches.
Lived diversity: inclusion is important to us:
We accept applications regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age or sexual orientation.
About HEKS/EPER
HEKS/EPER is the aid organization of the Protestant Churches of Switzerland. We work to promote social justice, reduce inequalities, and strengthen the resilience of people affected by crises, conflicts, and disasters.
Following the reactivation of its operations in Venezuela in 2026 to respond to the emergency caused by the earthquake, HEKS/EPER seeks to incorporate a Finance and Administration Coordinator to lead the financial, administrative and human resources management of the mission.
Code of Conduct
HEKS/EPER is committed to creating a safe environment for all the people it works with. The organization has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH), fraud and corruption, as well as any violation of the rights or dignity of beneficiaries.
All staff members must sign and strictly comply with HEKS/EPER’s Code of Conduct, Protection Policy, Data Protection Policy and Protection Against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) procedures upon hiring.
Selected candidates will be subject to a reference check and a protection screening process as part of the selection process.
Finance and Administration Coordinator – Venezuela
Your main responsibilities
- Contribute to the reopening of the HEKS/EPER office in Venezuela and the implementation of the country strategy in coordination with the Country Director.
- Ensure the correct application of HEKS/EPER’s financial, administrative, human resources and compliance policies.
- Prepare and oversee budgets, financial forecasts, cost coverage plans and funding proposals, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
- Perform financial monitoring of projects and counterparties, including budget analysis, review of financial reports, risk management, and capacity building.
- Manage the mission’s accounting, treasury, audits, tax compliance, and internal controls.
- Coordinate human resources processes, recruitment and personnel administration.
- Maintain adequate systems of institutional documentation, filing and reporting.
- Oversee consultants, external suppliers, and the relationship with legal advisors and other service providers.
- Identify training needs and coordinate training activities for staff and counterparts.
To be successful you bring:
Required profile
Academic background
- University degree in Economics, Finance, Business Administration or related areas.
- Professional command of Spanish and English, both spoken and written.
Experience
- At least 3 years of progressive experience in finance and administration within an international NGO, United Nations agency or similar organization.
- Proven experience in budget preparation, treasury management, financial forecasting and budget monitoring.
- Solid knowledge of applicable accounting standards and procedures.
- Experience in financial management of grants funded by international institutional donors.
- Experience in capacity building and support for partners or counterparts.
- Experience in logistics and procurement procedures.
- Experience in human resources management.
- Previous professional experience in Venezuela or Colombia will be considered an essential requirement.
Skills
- Excellent analytical and planning skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously in dynamic environments.
- Results-oriented and problem-solving.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and multi-stakeholder skills.
- High level of integrity, professional ethics and confidentiality.
Contractual conditions
- Type of contract: fixed-term contract, position open to national and international staff.
- Initial duration: 6 months, renewable subject to availability of financing.
- Workplace: coordination office in Bogotá with frequent trips to Caracas, depending on operational needs .
- Health insurance provided by the organization.
- Flexible hours and availability for frequent travel within the intervention area are required.
How to apply
Interested parties should submit their application through the recruitment system indicated in the call for applications, attaching:
- Updated curriculum vitae.
- Cover letter.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview, and if shortlisted, professional references will be requested after the interview. HEKS/EPER promotes equal opportunities and encourages qualified individuals to apply regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, disability, or other protected characteristics.
HEKS/EPER reserves the right to close this vacancy before the posting deadline if a suitable candidate for the position is identified.
Finance and Administration Coordinator – Venezuela
For further information about HEKS/EPER, please consult our website https://en.heks.ch/.