Fiduciary Expert

HRF Purpose

For over thirty years, Human Relief Foundation has been providing humanitarian assistance to those affected by natural disasters, armed conflicts, and poverty across the world. Our focus is on providing assistance in the areas of emergency response, education, orphan care, healthcare, and sanitation. Established in 1991, HRF was founded in Bradford,  United Kingdom with a mission to provide assistance to those affected by conflicts, natural disasters, and poverty around the world. We operate on the principles of compassion, solidarity, and sustainability, aiming to alleviate suffering and empower communities to build a better future.

Job Purpose

The Fiduciary Expert will be responsible for ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and accountability in the project. This includes overseeing financial management, procurement, disbursement of funds, risk assessment, and compliance with financial regulations. The Fiduciary Expert will work closely with project donors, Project Evaluation and Finance Officer, financial institutions to safeguard project funds and ensure proper use of grants by micro-entrepreneurs.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement internal control systems to prevent financial mismanagement and fraud.
• Monitor and assess financial risks, recommending appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure proper fund allocation and budget management in line with project guidelines.
• Oversee the disbursement of grants to youth micro-entrepreneurs and service providers.
• Identify and report any financial irregularities, misuse, or non-compliance cases.
• Monitor procurement timelines, cost efficiency, and adherence to procurement guidelines.
• Maintain accurate financial documentation, including audit trails and transaction records.
• Ensure financial transparency by providing real-time financial data to the project team.
• Work closely with financial auditors to facilitate project audits.
• Provide technical assistance and advisory support.
• Any other task as assigned and agreed upon with the project manager.

Person Specification

• Advanced University/Master’s degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or other studies related to International Development.
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in fiduciary management, financial auditing, or grant oversight in development projects.
• Experience in financial compliance, risk assessment, and contract management.
• Proficiency in budgeting, financial reporting, and financial data analysis.
• Strong knowledge of international financial and procurement best practices.
• Experience working in fragile or post-conflict environments.
• Experience in conflict resolution and problem solving is an asset.
• Writing and verbal communication skills in both Arabic and English (Kurdish is an advantage).
• Right to live and work in Iraq, with the ability to travel within and outside the region.
• Willing to start work on short notice.

Please send the following in English to:  recruitment-iq@hrf.co.uk

• CV. (please mention in your CV or cover letter: titles, objectives, description, and duration of at least 2 similar projects that you were responsible for).
• Covering Letter indicating earliest date of availability.
• Details of 2 references.

Please put ‘Fiduciary Expert’ in the email subject line. Note that due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Due to the urgency to fill this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve to close this advert before the confirmed closing date. 

IMPORTANT: Applicants are applying to be part of a roster of pre-qualified candidates for a future project. Being on the roster means you may be considered for a role as it becomes available, based on your skills and experience. Inclusion in the roster does not guarantee immediate placement but allows for expedited hiring when suitable positions arise.