Organization: Malteser International
Location: Gaziantep | Kilis
Grade: Administrative support – Administrative Services and Support – Generally no need for Higher Education
Occupational Groups:
Operations and Administrations
Administrative support
Banking and Finance
Closing Date:
Malteser International (MI) is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin, or political convictions.
MI has been registered in Türkiye since 2014 and has since built up its own office structure. MI now has two offices in southeastern Türkiye (Kilis and Gaziantep). The Malteser InternationaI team provides technical guidance and oversees management and administration of the partner-implemented projects in Türkiye and Northern Syria. MI is responsible for the procurement of the main medical supplies in Türkiye, the reporting and application as well as the quality assurance. In addition to the implementation of humanitarian and transitional aid projects, Malteser International´s strategic objective is the strengthening of the civil society structures in Türkiye and Syria. Malteser International focuses in Northwestern Syria and Türkiye on the sectors of health, livelihood, protection as well as social cohesion.
For its work in Northwestern Syria and Türkiye, Malteser International is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Finance Assistant – National Position.
As you will be part of the Finance and Admin Department, you will support the efficient and accurate execution of financial operations within our Türkiye office for Malteser International’s projects in North-western Syria and Türkiye.
Your responsibilities:
Conduct thorough reviews of IP expenses and financial documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with donor requirements
Analyze IP financial reports and track spending forecasts
Maintain meticulous financial records and supporting documentation for IPs
Support Senior Finance Officer (partner) and Finance Officers in partner management and exchanging with internal and external stakeholders
Your profile:
Completion of secondary education / diploma or other advanced technical qualifications
Minimum 1-2 years of experience in accounting and financial work in a similar sized organization
Fluency in written and spoken Arabic and English; Turkish is a plus
A strong working knowledge of MS Office is needed, especially MS Excel
Excellent organisation skills and orientation to detail
Demonstrates initiative with good communication and interpersonal skills
What we offer:
A responsible and exciting job in a committed, international working environment
A well-equipped workplace in Gaziantep and/or Kilis
A full-time position limited until the middle of 2025 with the option of extension
Adequate compensation according to MI Salary Scale
Working for Malteser International
Malteser International is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices – we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.