Head of Programme Finance

ppNovember 2026. Full-time. Open-ended. /p /brh3Role Summary /h3 /brpThe Head of Programme Finance leads the Finance Partner and Finance Specialist teams, including the technical line management of ICP finance staff, and is responsible for leading direct financial support and oversight to country programmes. The role ensures effective financial planning, oversight, resource management, fundraising support, and ICP financial reporting, thereby strengthening programme delivery. /p /brh3Project Overview /h3 /brpThe Medair GSO Finance Department, is primarily focused on Medair financial and investment decisions, acts as a financial gatekeeper and strategic advisor in daily business operation and also mid to long-term strategic decisions of Medair, with streamlined and optimized key processes, via leveraging a fit-for-purpose finance system. /p /brh3Workplace Conditions /h3 /brpGlobal Support Office (GSO) position based in Lausanne, Switzerland, Swiss or eligible EU citizens, or those with a valid work permit for Switzerland. /p /brh3Responsibilities /h3 /brul /brli- Oversees the financial forecasting, monitoring, reporting and oversight of country programmes including related assets and obligations at GSO headquarters /li /brli- Leads the financial support provided to develop fundraising strategies including the writing of proposals /li /brli- Manages the Finance Partner and Finance Specialist teams and ensures robust technical line management of Finance staff in International Country Programs /li /brli- Leads and strengthens collaboration with the corporate finance team as well international programmes at GSO headquarters /li /brli- Drives the ongoing development of financial management systems and processes including leading the finance working group /li /brli- Builds the capacity of Finance Partners, Finance Specialists, and country finance staff through technical guidance, coaching, and the development of consistent financial management practices. /li /br /ul /brh3Qualifications, Experience Technical Competencies /h3 /brp- University degree /p /brp- 10+ years’ experience working in finance and programme delivery for an NGO and/or large complex organisation /p /brp- Working level of English and French /p /brp- Proven skills in team management, stakeholder management, financial planning and monitoring, complex financial analysis and reporting, and improving financial management systems and processes /p /brp- High computer literacy, Microsoft Office (Excel) /p /brh3Behavioural Skills /h3 /brp- Resourceful, resilient, and solution-focused team player with strong interpersonal skills. /p /brp- Maintains strict confidentiality and high accuracy in data handling. /p /brp- Enjoys challenges, works hard to achieve objectives, and can prioritize to meet deadlines. /p /brp- Willing to work in a multi-cultural team and manage personal stress levels. /p /brp- Creative, open-minded, flexible, and able to work independently within a consultative framework. /p /brh3Team Spiritual Life /h3 /brpReflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, people we serve, and external contacts. Work, live, and pray together in our Christian faith-based teams. Fully contribute to a rich spiritual team life, including team devotion, prayer, and words of encouragement. /p /brh3Before you apply /h3 /brpPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: /p /brul /brliMedair organisational values. /li /brliMedair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with,Medair’s accountability policies and best practices. /li /brliMedair Relief Recovery Orientation Course (ROC) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). /li /br /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr