Finance Officer

World Food Programme (WFP)
Mogadishu, Somalia
Finance And Accounting

Job Description

World Food Programme (WFP) is currently seeking a qualified Finance Officer to join their team in Mogadishu. Candidates should bring 3 - 4 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Finance And Accounting sector. Submit your application by Mar, 25 to be considered for this role. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority)• Reviews, prepares, analyses, and finalizes cost estimates and budget proposals for inclusion into each country Strategic budgets, in termsof staff and non-staff requirements for UNHAS Somalia and EU-HAF activities.• Reviews and finalizes budget performance reports, analyzing variances between approved budgets and actual expenditures.• Manages and monitors budget implementation and recommends reallocation of funds based on each project’s requirements, authorizessub-allotments, including redeployment of funds when necessary.• Monitors expenditures to ensure that they remain within authorized levels and that they are appropriate expenditures on each activity.• Perform validation of codes and budgets in purchase requisition (PR) and other accounting documents to ensure they are accurate.• Monitoring of donor contributions on both Terminal Obligation Date (TOD) and Terminal Disbursement Date (TDD) and taking theappropriate action.• Calculations of Project’s sustainability through proper management of revenues and cash forecasts and sharing with the Chief AirTransport Officer (CATO) and Resource Management Committee (RMC).• Ensure Air ticket fee invoicing through cost recovery procedure /mechanism.• Maintain effective controls and plans to ensure sufficient liquidity of the operations.• Tracking of receivables and debtor’s management and preparing an ageing schedule of account receivables and sharing with the Headof Finance,• Donor proposals budget preparations for inclusion into the donor proposals.• Payment of UNHAS related suppliers /vendors in accordance with the WFP laid down policies and procedures.• Posting invoices and receipts in Takeflite and WINGS and ensure the two systems are reconciled on monthly basis.Vacancy Announcement No: JR121143Job Title: Finance OfficerContract Type/Grade: Fixed Term, NOADuty Station: MogadishuContract Duration: 12 Months (Renewable)Date of Issue: March 12, 2026, | === Skills & Qualifications === QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREDEducation: Advanced University degree in Business/Public Administration, Finance, Economics or other relevant fields relating tooffice management and administration. OR First University Degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/ortraining/courses.Experience: At least one (1) year of professional experience with Advanced University OR first University Degree with a minimumof three (3) or more years of experience in finance, budgeting, planning, or other relevant fields.Languages: Fluent knowledge of English and Somali language.Knowledge and Skills Required:• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programmes and other related tools.• Knowledge in humanitarian aviation activities and/or WFP field operations is desirable.• Demonstrated ability to perform routine financial activities in accordance with WFP operating standards, supported byconsistent day-to-day work. Possesses general knowledge --- About Mogadishu --- Mogadishu, known locally as Muqdisho, is the capital of Somalia and the country's largest city. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The city hosts the headquarters of numerous UN agencies, international NGOs, and government institutions, offering diverse career opportunities for development and humanitarian professionals. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Buuxda • Maaliyadda • Shaqo Muqdisho • Shaqo Cusub

Qualifications & Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREDEducation: Advanced University degree in Business/Public Administration, Finance, Economics or other relevant fields relating tooffice management and administration. OR First University Degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/ortraining/courses.Experience: At least one (1) year of professional experience with Advanced University OR first University Degree with a minimumof three (3) or more years of experience in finance, budgeting, planning, or other relevant fields.Languages: Fluent knowledge of English and Somali language.Knowledge and Skills Required:• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programmes and other related tools.• Knowledge in humanitarian aviation activities and/or WFP field operations is desirable.• Demonstrated ability to perform routine financial activities in accordance with WFP operating standards, supported byconsistent day-to-day work. Possesses general knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations, and procedures related tothe functional area.• Experienced in analyzing and interpreting data, as well as generating reports at the national level.• Familiar with IRM and CPB structures, with practical experience in Aviation Finance Management.• Hands-on experience with Takeflite and solid financial understanding of aviation operations.

How to Apply

This position is open to qualified Somali national candidates only. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. WFPSomalia offers female friendly spaces in the workplace.Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit online applications through Workday using the linkbelow:• Internal Applicants: Click here!• External Applicants: Click here!Applications that do not meet the above requirements will be disregarded. Only shortlisted candidates will becontacted.WFP seeks applicants of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. WFP isan equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis.WFP does not charge any application fees to candidates. Apply on employer site Apply at: https://wd3.myworkday.com/wfp/d/inst/15$392530/9925$30900.htmld

Job Details

Posted: March 14, 2026
Organization: World Food Programme (WFP)
Location: Mogadishu, Somalia
Sector: Finance And Accounting