Job Description
| Title of post | Head of Implementation and Financial Management of Integration and Social Cohesion Actions |
| Area | Larissa/Ioannina/Athens/Thessaloniki |
| Type of Contract | Fixed-term – full-time |
| Program | “Helios+: Comprehensive actions for the integration of third-country nationals in the labour market” in the Region of Thessaly” |
| Deadline for submission | 27/12/2024 |
INTERSOS Hellas
INTERSOS Hellas is a humanitarian organization that provides equal opportunities and comprehensive support services to people in need. INTERSOS Hellas is a member of the international humanitarian organisation INTERSOS, which operates in 25 countries worldwide, providing critical frontline assistance. With a continuous presence in Greece since 2016 in Macedonia, Epirus, Thessaly, Lesvos and Athens, INTERSOS Hellas focuses on building strong links with local communities and promoting protection, human dignity and social cohesion, sending a strong message against discrimination and in favour of the protection of human life.
Programme context
The HELIOS+ programme aims to support the integration of third country nationals, beneficiaries of International Protection and beneficiaries of Temporary Protection in Greece, through a holistic approach that integrates their access to education, the labour market and vocational training and is implemented in the framework of the National Strategy for Social Integration of the Ministry of Immigration and Asylum.
The programme will be implemented in the Region of Thessaly, by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) with the contribution of INTERSOS Hellas and the Municipality of Larissa. In particular, HELIOS+ will include actions such as:
- Strengthening and facilitating access to the labour market through job counselling
- Strengthening the ability of the beneficiaries to live independently through the learning of the Greek language.
- Supporting beneficiaries during the stages of the integration process and promoting their interaction with local communities and their autonomous access to social and public services.
- Strengthening independent living through the provision of housing support.
- Raising awareness among host communities and stakeholders for the social and labour integration of beneficiaries.
Scope of Work:
The Head of Implementation and Financial Management of Inclusion and Social Cohesion Actions is responsible for the design and implementation of the actions, with particular emphasis on the monitoring of the financial aspects. The role ensures the proper technical management of the accounting and financial activities of the project, in accordance with organisational procedures and donor requirements.
Main Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the responsibilities of the Head of Implementation and Financial Management of Inclusion and Social Cohesion actions include, but are not limited to:
- Design and implementation of actions with emphasis on the financial monitoring of the programme.
- Ensuring the proper technical management of accounting and financial activities, in accordance with INTERSOS Hellas’ policies and procedures.
- Ensuring compliance with the procedures of the donors and INTERSOS Hellas.
- Preparation and submission of financial plans of the sub-project for approval to the organisation and the donors.
- Preparation and submission of financial reports related to the progress of the programme.
- Execution and monitoring of sub-project payments
- Monitoring and reporting to donors within the deadlines
- Creation, organisation and management of financial records relating to the mission and the sub-project
Required Qualifications, Skills, Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in economics or related subject
- Postgraduate degree in a relevant subject
- At least three (3) years of experience in Financial Management of programmes or projects in the humanitarian sector/NGOs
- Ability to use accounting information systems and financial tools.
- Ability to prepare financial reports and comply with donor procedures.
- Excellent organisational skills and detail orientation.
- Excellent written and spoken knowledge of Greek and English
- Excellent knowledge of computer use
Submit Application
If you wish to apply for the above position, please send your CV along with a cover letter in Greek, indicating the job title: “Head of Implementation and Financial Management of Integration and Social Cohesion Actions” in the subject line of the email to: jobs@intersos.gr. Only those candidates selected on the shortlist will be invited for an interview. Applications will be evaluated on a first-come, first-served basis, and the selection of the right candidate may be completed before the deadline. To assist us in the recruitment process, please indicate in your email and cover letter where you saw the job posting. Application deadline: 27/12/2024
Personal Data Protection
INTERSOS Hellas is committed to ensuring the protection of your personal data, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the applicable Greek legislation.The personal data collected through your application, such as your CV, cover letter and any additional information you send voluntarily. Your data will be used exclusively for the evaluation of your candidacy for the specific job.Your data will be retained for a period of six (6) months after the completion of the recruitment process. In case you do not wish to do so, please inform us by sending us your application. At the end of this period, your data will be securely deleted unless retention is required by law or you have given your consent for future communication regarding employment opportunities.