The Venezuelan Red Cross (CRV) is a humanitarian organization whose mandate is to save lives and improve the conditions of vulnerable people. As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, it provides timely assistance in emergencies, disasters, and other humanitarian crises.
Guided by its Fundamental Principles—Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity, and Universality—the CRV acts as an auxiliary to public authorities in the humanitarian field, working to reduce human suffering without distinction of race, gender, religion, or ideology. Its work encompasses emergency medical care, strengthening community resilience, first aid training, disaster response, and the promotion of health and well-being.
Through a network of highly committed volunteers, the CRV efficiently and effectively mobilizes resources to be present where and when they are most needed. Its work is based on solidarity, respect for human dignity, and a commitment to protecting life in all its forms.
If you want to be part of the team and make a difference, we invite you to join us.
How can you make a difference? Key functions / Responsibilities
The Treasury Assistant’s primary purpose is to provide essential operational and documentary support
to the Treasury and Finance department of the Venezuelan Red Cross. This role is fundamental to ensuring efficiency and transparency in the timely issuance of payments to suppliers, staff, and beneficiaries, as well as guaranteeing the proper organization, recording, and filing of all financial documentation and transaction support. Their work directly contributes to maintaining the integrity and compliance with the institution’s financial procedures.
Functions:
• Processing and Validation of Payment Orders: Receive, review, and process payment requests,
verifying that they have the necessary approvals and supporting documentation, in accordance with
Red Cross policies.
• Issuance and Execution: Assist in preparing files for banks, donors, and financial partners.
• Bank Control: Monitor banking transactions (deposits, withdrawals, and
transfers) and assist with daily and weekly bank reconciliations, identifying and reporting
any discrepancies.
• Assist in cash count procedures for Red Cross operational units.
• Support the Red Cross’s financial document review processes.
• Perform other tasks related to the position and those assigned by immediate supervisors, based on the specific characteristics and conditions of the position, to provide quality
service.
Responsibilities
1. Actively work towards achieving the objectives of the Financial Directorate of the Venezuelan Red Cross
2. Comply with and work in accordance with the principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
3. Perform any other work and responsibilities related to providing financial support to the
National Society.
The Accounting Assistant will report to the Treasury Officer .
Workplace
Caracas (CRV Headquarters).
To qualify as a builder of the Venezuelan humanitarian system, you must meet the following requirements:
- A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in the social and/or private sector, with progressive responsibilities in the Treasury/Accounting area.
- Excellent numerical skills.
- Proven experience in preparing individual financial statements, cash management, tax compliance according to Venezuelan legislation, as well as accounting by projects, operating centers and accountability reports.
- Discretion, neutrality and confidentiality regarding your work.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good analytical skills and a solution-oriented person.
- Ability to work well in a multicultural team.
- Excellent stress management
- Knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer packages (Office, Adobe).
- Willingness to learn and acquire knowledge.
- Ability to work under pressure with a flexible schedule.
- Ability to work with precision and attention to detail.
- Interest in working in a humanitarian and international environment.
- To work independently, and to have the ability to establish a network of contacts.
How to apply
Only a shortlist of candidates will be contacted to advance to the next phase of the selection process. Candidates will be asked to speak with their previous direct reports/line managers before proceeding to interviews.
All those interested in applying for the position and who meet all or most of the requirements for the role should send their CV to the email address:Â postulaciones@cruzrojavenezolana.org
The email subject line should read: Administrative Assistant (Caracas)
CVs received without the title assigned to the call will be discarded.