NGO: GERMINPosition: Finance ManagerApplication Deadline: By 18 August 2024Preferred Starting Date: 02 September 2024Working Hours Per Week: 40Location: Prishtina, Kosova About GERMIN: GERMIN is a non-governmental organization, whose core principles and ideals are based on the belief that the Albanian Diaspora must play an extensive and proactive role in the positive development of all countries in the Balkans where Albanians live. As a growing organization, we place significant importance on financial management as one of the pillars for implementing our projects and programs. Responsibilities and Duties of the Finance Manager: Work closely with the Executive Director and Project Manager to ensure effective daily financial management of projects and activities.Develop and manage the organization's annual budget, financial forecasts, and cash flow projections.Prepare detailed financial reports for relevant projects, including income and expense statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.Provide regular financial updates to the organization’s management team and board of directors.Declare and process all payments and tax obligations, including salaries and compensations for all GERMIN staff.Prepare and participate in annual audits, ensuring that the organization complies with all regulations and financial requirements.Monitor compliance with donor requirements, ensuring that all bids and deadlines are met.As specified in contracts and agreements, provide regular updates and reports to donors and partners.Ensure that all operational activities are conducted according to GERMIN's organizational policies, financial regulations, and, where applicable, donor regulations.Ensure the implementation of administrative and procurement procedures according to ISO 9001:2000 standards.Maintain important organizational documents. Qualifications and Knowledge: Bachelor's Degree in Financial Management, Accounting, International Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s Degree is preferred.A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in financial management is required. Experience managing the financial aspects of international projects or programs funded by international organizations is preferred.Expert-level skills in QuickBooks.Experience analyzing budget trends, monitoring funding levels across multiple accounts, and providing detailed financial analysis.Professional proficiency in English, both spoken and written.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing financial issues.Advanced knowledge of administrative processes and human resource management is preferred.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Good organizational and teamwork skills. What We Offer: Opportunities for Professional Growth: We provide numerous opportunities for professional development and growth, supporting all employees to expand their skills through training programs, capacity building, and advancement within the organization.Inclusive Work Environment: We promote an inclusive work culture that values diversity, fosters equal opportunities, and encourages collaboration among team members.Significant Impact: Our colleagues have the opportunity to contribute to important projects and initiatives that aim to positively impact our communities.Competitive Benefits Package: We offer a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, industry-competitive salaries, and other benefits to support the well-being of our employees. HOW TO APPLY: All interested candidates should email their CV, Letter of Motivation, and References from previous jobs to [email protected] no later than 18 August 2024 (23:59 CET). Women and men are equally encouraged to apply for this position. When submitting your application, please include the "FINANCE MANAGER" position title in the subject line. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified for an interview.

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On March 2 and 3, GERMIN hosted a training session on "Public Procurement," attracting about 40 local women in politics. Our primary emphasis was on equipping women assembly members and candidates with insights into monitoring municipal public procurement. Our goal was to provide them with comprehensive procurement knowledge, including identifying signs of corruption in municipalities. On the second day of the training, the focus shifted towards simulating public procurement contracts. Participants formed groups to better understand procurement procedures and identify irregularities or violations. The simulation exercises focused on four distinct scenarios, including: Municipality tender: Annex construction for House of Culture.Tender for five Municipality inspector cars.Paving "X" road with concrete domes tender.School construction tender announced by Municipality. NED generously supported the "Diaspora for Women in Politics" project, which conducted this training initiative. GERMIN remains committed to hosting similar training sessions under the "Diaspora for Women in Politics" project, with the overarching goal of empowering women and fostering their increased participation in political spheres. The DWP project features research on women's roles in small municipality political parties, online mentoring, Agora-style discussions, and capacity-building training in project planning, budgeting, HR, and social media.