Background

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is a leading international independent medical humanitarian organisation, providing expert medical relief to vulnerable populations at times of conflict or disaster. Operating in over 71 countries, MSF provides both life-saving emergency relief and longer-term assistance to make basic healthcare services available to the most vulnerable or excluded communities.  MSF Netherlands in Italy coordinates the Search and Rescue operations in the central Mediterranean which provide lifesaving activities and basic assistance operating with own ship.

 

Scope and objectives of the position

Coordinating and supervising the accounting of the mission (accounting, treasury, audit procedures, etc.) according to the instructions of the Finance Coordinator, and in compliance with legal obligations and MSF standards and protocols in order to provide quality, reliable and transparent information to the organization on the use and allocation of resources in the mission.

 

Main responsibilities 

  • Being responsible for quality and timely accounting for the whole mission e.g. bank accounts,  receipts and supporting documents, electronic data entry, consolidation of overall mission accounting, monthly closing process and documents, ensuring strict respect of deadlines and strict compliance to MSF guidelines, financial standards and procedures.
  • Coordinating and overseeing the monthly and yearly closing of accounts and balance sheet, and reporting the mission's accounting statement through monthly and weekly reports, in order to verify the evolution of project finances and provide information about them
  • Being responsible for the financial management of  donor contracts e.g. preparing and verifying the financial reports to donors, following up and analysing the need for amendments. Ensuring reporting conditions are met and stakeholders in the mission are informed of their responsibilities (for example, logistics for stock inventory, quotes)

 

 

Specific Accountabilities

  • Perform cash and bank transactions; verify supporting documentation; code and record transactions in UF; and maintain accurate records in compliance with MSF standards and local finance policies.
  • Carry out monthly reconciliations prior to the closure of accounts, including bank reconciliations and review of monthly bank statements, ensuring accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
  • Assess financial risks at project level and propose appropriate mitigation measures.
  • In collaboration with the Logistics and HR Department, follow up on contracts with third parties, ensuring timely payments and renewals.
  • Ensure proper financial archiving at mission level.
  • Monitor and manage per diems for all staff, including vessel-based staff, shore-based staff, and visitors.
  • In close collaboration with the Project Coordinator (PC) and the Finance/HR Coordinator (FinHrCo), contribute to forecasting and budget monitoring in WeFin.
  • Support the FinHrCo in drafting and updating finance policies and procedures

 

The Finance and Accountancy Manager is the sole finance focal point at project level.

 

Requirements 

Education

· Bachelor degree in finance and accounting or relevant qualifications in finance and accounting.

Experience

· Proven experience in accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, auditing, reporting and donor compliance.

Languages

·  Fluent written and spoken English essential (C1)

·  Essential Italian (C1)

Knowledge

·  Advanced level knowledge MS Office (specifically excel)

·  Knowledge of fiscal regulations in the Italian humanitarian sector and SAR is a plus.

Competencies

·   People Management and Development L2

·   Commitment to MSF Principles L2

·   Behavioural Flexibility L3

·   Results and Quality Orientation L3

·   Teamwork and Cooperation L3

 

Conditions 

Contract: Fixed term contract (12 months), full-time. Level II of Italian CCNL Commercio Terziario Distribuzione e Servizi.

Candidates should hold a work permit to work in Italy.

Gross Annual Salary: euro 36.680 – 39.620 depending on MSF experience of the candidate

Location: based in Licata (Sicily) with occasional travel required to the coordination office in Rome

 

Starting Date: 15/02/2026

 

Application procedure: 

To apply for this role, please submit your application to sar-jobs@oca.msf.org 

Subject: FAM_Your Surname

Including the following:

  • CV (in English)
  • motivation letter (in English)
  • Availability
  • 2 contacts for references

 

The application deadline is 9th January 2026 

 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Applicants not invited for interview within 4 weeks from the closure of the vacancy may consider their applications unsuccessful.

MSF-Netherlands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No employee, or applicant for employment, shall be discriminated against in any term or condition of employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or sexual orientation. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values. We expect this same commitment from our staff.