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About Trócaire
Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world. Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:
• Promote Access to Justice;
• Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice;
• Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence;
• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and
• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice.
Our work is rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and in our values of Solidarity, Courage, Participation, Perseverance and Accountability.
Since 2011, Trócaire has responded to the protracted humanitarian crisis in the South Kordofan, Sudan through the national/local organisations. This has been achieved through a hybrid arrangement of remote support from Nairobi, Kenya and on the ground presence. Trocaire works with five national partners. Our programme focuses on the provision of humanitarian assistance in the current context of the displacement crisis, delivering integrated health and nutrition services to remote communities and in strengthening food security, livelihoods and resilience. The programme is also responding to a rising health need in neighbouring Blue Nile State.
The Partner Finance Officer is responsible for supporting the financial management capacity and compliance of Trócaire's Sudan partner organizations. The role provides hands-on financial monitoring, review, and capacity-strengthening support to partners, and ensures that partner financial reporting, systems, and controls meet Trócaire and donor requirements.
You will report to the Programme Accountant. The job opportunity will be offered on a fixed term contract for one year with the possibility of extension and is based in Kurchi.
Key responsibilities:
Partner Financial Monitoring and Compliance
- Undertake and partake in partner risk pre-assessments, PCAS and grant start-up meetings.
- Conduct regular financial monitoring visits and reviews (including MTRs / mid-term reviews) of partner organizations, assessing compliance with Trócaire and donor financial requirements.
- Review the monthly partner financial reports, liquidations, and support documentation for accuracy, completeness, and eligibility of expenditure.
- Support the expenditure verification process for partner-managed funds.
- Ensure that all partner financial documentation is properly and securely filed in the systems and can be easily referenced and audited.
- Support partners to meet their reporting schedules, ensuring that financial reports are in line with approved budgets and grant requirements.
- Identify unmet financial management standards and work with partners to develop and track action plans, including derogations where applicable.
- Liaise with the partner Finance Manager and the Procurement officer to maintain and regularly update on the fixed assets register and the stock records.
- Maintain up-to-date financial risk assessments for each partner and escalate significant risks or red flags to the Program Accountant / Finance and Administration Manager.
Partner Capacity Strengthening
- Deliver on-the-job coaching and formal training to partner finance staff on financial management, donor compliance, and internal controls.
- Support partners to develop or strengthen financial policies, procedures, and systems appropriate to their scale and funding portfolio.
- Track partner capacity strengthening plans and report on progress against agreed milestones.
- Contribute to strengthening partner staff capacity through review visits and communications.
Financial Management and Reporting
- Support preparation and review of partner budgets, including alignment with donor requirements and Trócaire's cost recovery policies.
- Support in the transfer, tracking, and reconciliation of funds to partners, including third party transfers where applicable.
- Contribute partner financial data and analysis to Country Programme donor reports, budget reviews.
- Maintain organized partner finance files, in line with Trócaire's record-keeping and audit requirements.
- Contribute to the development and revision of Trócaire Sudan's partner finance procedures, tools, and templates.
- Support internal and external audits, including partner-related audit queries and follow-up on findings.
- Undertake other duties as reasonably required by the Programme Accountant or other staff from Sudan programme.
- Participate in regular Sudan meetings, providing technical financial inputs and advice.
- Regularly update the Sudan team on partner reporting and expenditure status.
Requirements
Experience:
- At least 3 years of relevant experience within a development or humanitarian organisation.
- Hands on experience with using finance and accounting system
- Prior experience working on Sudan or similar complex/insecure operating contexts.
- Experience delivering financial capacity-strengthening or training to partner organizations
Qualifications:
- An undergraduate degree in accounting, finance-related field.
- Post-graduate qualification in relevant field a plus.
- Full professional accountancy qualification (CPA or ACCA) is required.
Technical/Professional skills:
- Strong accounting and administrative skills, including budget v. actual management and preparing financial reports.
- Skills and knowledge in financial management of institutional donor funds.
- Managing internal and external audits at organisation and project level.
- Proficiency in financial systems /ERP platform and advanced Excel skills.
- Practical skills in preparing the multi-currency donor budgets, consolidation of financial reports in donor currency from expenditure of different currencies, calculation of FX gains and losses, and budget revision.
- Strong computer skills; must be competent in use of accounting software and MS office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook); skills with Agresso Business World would be an asset.
- Ability to work independently while also being a strong team player.
- Strong organisational skills, initiative, and ability to prioritise work.
- Ability to perform several tasks with attention to detail.
- Strong ability to multi-task and respond to unanticipated requests quickly.
- Ability to perform essential functions under stressful and changing conditions and represent the department in a professional manner.
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written) to team members and partners.
- Ability to maintain outstanding working relationships internally and externally.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to show initiative and take responsibility.
Qualities:
- Possesses an unwavering sense of integrity.
- A proven commitment to teamwork.
- Ability to engage effectively and respectfully with a diverse group of team members and partners from a fragile field location across an unreliable connection.
- Commitment to, and understanding of, Trócaire’s aims, values and principles, including a commitment to principles of partnership, rights-based approaches, social justice and development.
Safeguarding – Preventing Abuse and Exploitation
Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people from exploitation and/or abuse by our employees or others working on our behalf or as a result of our programmes or activities. Trócaire has specific policies on this commitment (including a Global Code of Conduct, Global Safeguarding Policy) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all employees, consultants and other organisational representatives. As an employee of Trócaire you are required to abide by these policies. More information on Trócaire’s safeguarding policies available here.
Diversity and Inclusion
We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.
Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.
Diversity and Inclusion statement available here
Benefits
How to Apply:
For the candidate with the required experience and passion for the role, Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits. Local Terms and conditions apply.
Reporting to the Programme Accountant, the position is offered on a one-year Fixed Term Contract, subject to renewal, based in Kurchi, Nuba Mountains, South Kordofan, which entails regular travel to programme locations
Closing Date: 4th October 2026
To apply,
Please send a copy of your CV and cover letter through the link on workable (Trócaire online system): https://apply.workable.com/trocaire/j/A7625B95D0
Alternatively, Application Submission Methods
Prospective candidates are requested to submit their CV & cover letter and supporting documents at the following locations:
- Kurchi (Osama Ibrahim )- NRRDO Compound:
- Western Jebel-Julud (Salah Mohammed)NRRDO compound
- Thobo(Walid Ali)- NRRDO Compound:
- Kumo(Ramzi Musa)- Coordinating Unit (CU) Offices/compound.
- Delami(Nancy Hamid)-KAMMA/KODI compound
For support about application submission (online or locally) please contact: Imatong Employment Solutions on Email - [email protected] or Phone & WhatsApp - +211 980 431 065
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants who have the right to live and work in Nuba Mountains according to local authority regulations are highly encouraged to apply. Candidates should ensure they have all the necessary clearance documents from local administration.
