Finance Assistant – National Position

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:

  • Assist in recording, tracking, and reporting financial transactions, expenses, and vouchers. Maintain detailed records and prepare timely reports for stakeholders.
  • Ensure timely payments of bills, taxes, rents, and cash withdrawals with accurate documentation, adhering to authorized budgets and schedules.
  • Scan and archive expenditure documents, and securely transmit them to the accountant monthly.
  • Analyze financial reports from MI-funded partners, verifying if expenses align with program goals and budgets, and track spending forecasts.
  • Assist in verifying financial and legal documents for MI offices and projects, ensuring adherence to internal policies and Turkish regulations.

Your profile:

  • Fluency in written and spoken English. Arabic is plus
  • A strong working knowledge of MS Office is needed, especially MS Excel.
  • 1-3 years of experience in accounting and financial work in a similar sized organization.
  • Proven ability to manage resources and deadlines with minimum supervision.
  • 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 mid-2024 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.

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