Duty station: National Office, N’Djamena, with regular missions to field offices (approximately 20% of the time)
Reporting to: National Director
Start date: early January 2027
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable subject to funding availability and satisfactory performance
About the JRS
The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) is an international Catholic organization and a work of the Society of Jesus. Founded in 1980, it accompanies, serves, and defends the rights of refugees and forcibly displaced persons in more than 50 countries.
JRS has been present in Chad since 2006. It conducts education, child protection, social cohesion and livelihood programs in several regions that host refugees.
Job objective
The National Finance Coordinator is responsible for the budgetary, financial, accounting, and treasury management of JRS Chad and all its projects. They lead the Finance Department, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and donor requirements. They supervise the Finance Associate (Accountant) and the Budget and Reporting Associate.
Workplace relationships
- Internally: the National Director; the Finance team of the National Office and bases; the Directors and Project Managers; the Program, Logistics and HR managers.
- Externally: donors (UNHCR, EU, BPRM, etc.); tax authorities, banks and financial institutions; internal and external auditors; service providers.
Main responsibilities
1. Strategic management, budget and departmental leadership
- Monitor and analyze the financial performance of JRS Chad, and advise the National Director on strategic choices.
- Conduct financial planning, prepare the annual budget and allocate resources according to grant requirements.
- Directly supervise the Finance Partner and the Budget and Reporting Partner, and provide technical leadership for the entire Finance function, including at the local level.
- Strengthen internal control and monitor the implementation of audit recommendations.
2. Accounting, treasury and grant compliance
- Implement robust internal financial controls and a rigorous accounting method, and adhere to reporting deadlines.
- Manage cash flow and monitor project balances to avoid any budget overruns.
- Ensure ongoing compliance with the regulatory, contractual, legal and financial requirements of the lessors.
- Ensure proper configuration and consistency of accounting in the management software (Navision/ Business Central).
3. Audits, reporting and external coordination
- Coordinate the preparation of annual internal and external audits.
- Validate internal financial reports and reports to donors.
- Prepare and regularly review financial statements and revenue and expense forecasts.
- Represent the JRS in sectoral and inter-agency meetings, and with financial authorities.
Desired profile
Education and experience
- A university degree at the Bac+4/5 level in accounting, finance, management or business administration. A professional certification (ACCA, CPA, DSCG or equivalent) is an asset.
- At least 7 years of experience in financial management in the humanitarian sector, including at least 3 years in a management position in the humanitarian sector.
Technical skills
- Expertise in financial management, budget control and financial analysis in humanitarian contexts.
- Very good knowledge of the procedures and requirements of institutional donors (UNHCR, EU, BPRM, etc.).
- Proficiency in ERP accounting software (Navision/ Business Central, Sage) and Excel at an advanced level.
- Proven experience in auditing, internal control and financial risk management.
LANGUAGES
- Perfect command of French, both written and spoken. Good command of English is highly desirable.
Personal qualities
- Adherence to the values of the JRS and the Code of Conduct.
- Leadership, strategic vision and a sense of responsibility.
- Impeccable integrity, a strong sense of ethics, and respect for confidentiality.
- Analytical, synthesis and negotiation skills.
- Resilience and good resistance to stress.
What we offer
The position comes with a range of benefits tailored to a mission in a humanitarian context:
- Monthly allowance: an attractive amount, in line with the standards of international NGOs in Chad.
- Housing: a monthly housing allowance of approximately €990 (650,000 FCFA) , paid in addition to the monthly allowance.
- International health coverage: medical insurance with medical evacuation and repatriation , covered by JRS.
- Travel expenses covered: round-trip ticket between your country of origin and N’Djamena, at the beginning and end of the assignment. Field missions (visa, transport, meals, accommodation) are also covered.
- Rest and Recovery (R&R): one week of R&R after 3 months of service .
- Annual leave: 24 days per year (2 days per month of actual service), plus travel days.
- Other leave: 5 working days of leave for family reasons and up to 3 days per year for a spiritual retreat.
- Support: regular support from the National Management and the Regional Office, and internal training.
- A mission that makes sense: you are joining an organization present in more than 50 countries, directly serving refugees in Chad.
Commitment to JRS
JRS has a zero-tolerance policy towards all forms of exploitation, abuse, or harassment, including sexual harassment. Before any hiring, shortlisted candidates will undergo background checks: professional references, identity, qualifications, and history. They will be required to sign the JRS Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policies (PHEAS, Child Protection). Applications from women are strongly encouraged.
How to apply
Send your application to recruitment.chad@jrs.net no later than November 30, 2026 , indicating in the subject line: “National Finance Coordinator” .
Your application must include:
- a detailed CV mentioning three references (including at least one former line manager);
- a cover letter.
Applications are reviewed as they are received. JRS reserves the right to close the application process before the deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.