LEBANON - FINANCE & HR Manager - SAIDA

Beginning of contract : ASAP

Duration : 3 months

Localisation : Lebanon

ABOUT US

SOLIDARITES INTERNATIONAL (SI) is an international humanitarian aid association which, since more than 40 years, has been providing assistance to populations affected by armed conflicts and natural disasters by meeting their basic needs for food, water and shelter. Particularly committed to the fight against diseases linked to unsafe water, the leading cause of death in the world, SI's interventions provide expertise in the field of access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene promotion, but also in the essential area of food security and livelihoods. Present in 26 countries, the SI teams – 3200 people in total, made up of expatriates, national staff, permanent staff at HQ, and a few volunteers - intervene with professionalism and commitment while respecting cultural norms.

ABOUT THE MISSION

2 admin staff in Coordination, 1 under recruitment in coordination, 1 admin in Tripoli base, 1 admin in Saida base

ABOUT THE JOB

General objective

Due to the funding situation and the merger of the Finance and HR departments, the size of the Administration Department has been significantly reduced over the past period. While the mission was able to secure additional funding resources, the current team structure has not been sufficient to fully absorb the increasing workload and support demands.
Key challenges included:
* Delays in accounting closure and financial reporting processes due to limited staffing capacity.
* Capacity constraints within the Administration Department in the bases following the restructuring.
* Increased volume of activities resulting from the ongoing emergency response.
* A high number of project audits, and donor reports requiring financial and administrative support.
* Increased demand for operational support across bases and departments despite reduced human resources.

Priorities on the first 2-3 months

Accounting and internal reporting for Q1, Q2 and Q3 of of 2026
Preparation of budget proposals for upcoming funding opportunities (OCHA, GIZ, etc.)
Support the budget holders in bases and coordination in the budget financial management
Training for the admin supervisors in the bases on accounting and financial management

Security constraints:

The position is based in Beirut with frequent travel to the 2 bases in Saida and Tripoli. The security in the South has been generally fine since the ceasfire of April 17. However, in areas South of Saida district security is shaky due to frequent IDF air, drone and artillery strikes. Beirut has been more stable since April 17 but in case of escalations airstrikes can heavily affect the Southern Suburbs and potentially other areas

YOUR PROFILE

DIPLOMAS AND EXPERIENCE

Diploma : Bachelor’s degree in Relevant Field

Experience in the humanitarian sector : 0-2 years

Experience on a similar position : 0-2 years

SKILLS

TECHNICAL SKILLS

1. Accounting skills including use of ERP software (preferably SAGA and/or Microsoft Navision/business central)

2. Financial Management skills: Budgeting, monitoring and donor financial reporting

3. Cash flow and treasury management

4. Management of sub-awards and partner financial monitoring

5. Advanced Excel Skills (advanced formulas, pivot table, chart presentation and financial modeling)

TRANSVERSAL SKILLS

1. Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multi tasks effectively

2. Experience in facilitation and/or designing trainings and skills development activities

3. Able to work autonomously, with strong time-management skills

4. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

5. Strong team Management and teamwork abilities

LANGUAGES

1. English mandatory
2. French is an asset
3. Arabic is an asset

SI will offer you

A salaried position:
According to experience, starting from EUR 2365 gross per month (2150 base salary + 10% annual leave allowance paid monthly) and a monthly Per Diem of USD 750.

SI also covers accommodation costs and travel expenses between the expatriate's country of origin and the place of assignment.

Breaks: During the assignment, a system of alternation between work and time off is implemented at the rate of 7 working days every three months (with a USD 850 break allowance, allocated by Sl). To these breaks periods, SI grants one (1) additional rest day per month worked.

Insurance package: Expatriates benefit from an insurance package which refunds all healthcare expenses (including medical and surgical expenses, dental care and ophthalmological expenses, repatriation) and a welfare system including war risks. Essential vaccination and antimalarial treatment costs are refunded.

LIVING CONDITIONS:

Guesthouse in both Beirut and Saida. Private room with bathroom. Big common area and balcony. Functioning Wi-fi. Proximity with restaurants, supermarkets in Saida.