Head of Finance

Deutsche Welthungerhilfe

 

Goma

 

National

 

Senior level

 

Speaks English, French

Application deadline: May 03, 2026 (16 days)

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Welthungerhilfe is seeking a Head of Finance for its country programme in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The role involves overseeing all financial and administrative processes, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, and implementing financial management standards. The successful candidate will also be responsible for budget planning, financial reporting, and training local staff. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to humanitarian aid and development activities in the region.

Candidate Requirements:

Relevant university degree in finance, accounting, or controlling

At least 3 years of experience in project administration for international aid organizations

Experience in change management and restructuring

Knowledge of refinancing mechanisms

Excellent coordination and organizational skills

Strong communication skills and intercultural competence

High resilience and readiness to travel

Proficiency in English and French

Requisition ID 14261 – Posted – Goma – Full Time

Are you looking for a meaningful job where you can invest your skills, passion, and time in an impactful way? Do you want to work for an organization that is dynamic, goal-driven, and dedicated to making a difference?Welcome to Welthungerhilfe!

 

Welthungerhilfe (WHH) is one of Germany’s largest private aid organizations. Politically and religiously independent, we work toward a world without hunger.

 

Together with national and international partners, we respond to humanitarian crises and support long-term solutions that improve the living conditions for the most vulnerable people. We change and shape food systems, we are locally-led and globally connected. As an impact-oriented and human-centered organization, we use innovation, evidence and data-informed decision-making to continuously improve our work and contribute to #Zero Hunger.

 

Our vision: “Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet.” Join us in creating a world where everyone has access to food while ensuring a sustainable future for our planet. If you are ready to make an impact, we look forward to receiving your application!

 

Head of Finance*

in Goma

The position is to be filled by 15.06.2026, with an initial contract duration until December 31, 2027. There are very good prospects for an extension. Employment location will be Goma, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the (CD).

 

Welthungerhilfe’s (WHH) country programme in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is focusing on humanitarian aid as well as on integrated multi-sectorial development activities within the sectors of agriculture incl. value chain development, WASH, nutrition and infrastructure. The programme is funded by the German Government (GFFO, BMZ, GIZ, KfW), EU and USAID. As Head of Finance, you will be responsible for all financial and administrative processes and will implement financial management standards in the programmes and projects efficiently and promptly, thereby making a significant contribution towards the success of the programme work. Projects are implemented by WHH, but also in cooperation with other national and international partners like NNGO’s and INGO’s. In general, you will ensure that the WHH DRC country programme including the various projects is financially managed in accordance to relevant donor and WHH internal rules and regulations as well as that the Human Resources management is following the standards set by WHH Head Office.

 

Your responsibilities

Establish and maintain a programme wide financial management system in DRC

 

Ensure a sound budget planning when project proposals are being drafted

 

Control and supervise the liquidity and spending planning of the projects and internal fund requests

 

Monitor and ensure a proper planning of the financial and other resources

 

Finance control of the country office budget and strict follow-up of refinancing of the respective country office budget positions under other projects.

 

Recruiting, account assignment and induction of new staff (in the field of financial/project administration)

 

Provide guidance and train local and international financial experts and project partners in line with WHH policy to enhance the national staff capacity

 

Monitor and ensure the accurate and prompt drawing up of internal and external financial reports in accordance with the appropriate guidelines

 

Conduct training sessions in the field offices to uplift the capacities of administrative compliance

 

Checking of partner agreements taking into account the capacity of the partners and the donor regulations

 

Support the local HR Expert to ensure that the organizational standards are implemented

 

Your profile

A relevant university or college degree with specialist knowledge in areas such as finance, accounting and/or controlling

At least 3 years of project-related professional experience in the administration of co-financed projects for international (aid) organizations – preferably in the region

Experience in change management and restructuring

Experience in refinancing mechanisms

Excellent coordination and organizational skills, including ability to work under pressure

Co-operation skills and ability to work in a team

Excellent communication skills and broad intercultural competences

A high level of mental and physical resilience and readiness to travel to areas with volatile local conditions

You recognize the growing value of data within an organization and inspire teams to make decisions grounded in analysis and evidence

Readiness to receive necessary vaccinations for working in Welthungerhilfe’s project countries

Excellent spoken and written English and French

What we offer

Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a transparent salary scale.

Commitment to Well-Being: We attach great importance to our duty of care with a focus on safety, security & health.

Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.

Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.

Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.

In addition, Welthungerhilfe offers numerous other benefits, which you can find under Our benefits.

 

 

 

Please send your application via our online recruiting system by May 3, 2026. Your contact person is Peter Doerr.Welthungerhilfe is committed to fighting terrorism in all its activities. Accordingly, any applicant who is offered employment will be screened against lists of known and suspected terrorists.

 

*Welthungerhilfe values diversity and ensures an inclusive, non-discriminatory working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified people from all sections of the community.

 

Our Benefits

Find out what benefits Welthungerhilfe offers for employees.

Our Projects

We fight against hunger and poverty by implementing projects in numerous countries.

Our Strategy

“Zero Hunger on a Healthy Planet”

Our strategy guides us in our work.

Transparency and Quality

Welthungerhilfe, its employees, as well as its partners commit to transparency and quality.

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