Emergency Response Roster - Grant Finance Manager

World Vision; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A humanitarian organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Grant Finance Manager to oversee financial reporting and budget management for emergency responses. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in humanitarian work, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work under pressure in high-risk environments. Join us to make a meaningful impact during crises.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in humanitarian work experience.
• Leadership and management skills are essential.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work cross-culturally.

Responsibilities

• Ensure grant budgets are appropriate and financial reports are accurate.
• Coordinate grant and project budget development.
• Lead and develop grants finance staff.

Skills

Experience in humanitarian responses

Understanding of humanitarian principles

Strong English communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field

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World Vision

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GB, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Children’s lives can change in an instant due to war, disasters, and humanitarian emergencies. We see how vulnerable they are and how much they need our protection.

Joining our Emergency Response Roster means you can be part of our response, providing immediate support when disaster strikes.

Applying to our roster is not for immediate employment. Acceptance pre-qualifies you to work or deploy with us in future responses.

Here’s where you come in:

Job Purpose

As a Grant Finance Manager in a response, you will ensure grant budgets are appropriate, that financial reports are accurate and timely, and that Response complies with donor requirements; assist with overall program budgeting and ensure operational plan is funded.

Key Responsibilities

Grants / Projects Financial Management and Reporting

• Ensure all grant/project reports are discussed with the project team and submitted to donors and support offices within required timeframes. Respond to queries from donors, support offices, and Response management.
• Coordinate and review grant and project budget development (proposal, grant, and match).
• Review and analyze grant expenses and variances, advising stakeholders on expenditure trends and issues.
• Explore ways to reduce overhead costs on grants without compromising quality.
• Communicate with WV SOs, donors, and Response management regarding project income, expenditure, and reporting. Ensure project income is adequately committed on PBAS, including approval of carry forwards.
• Ensure accurate coding of expenses and full compliance with WVI and donor requirements.
• Visit project sites occasionally to ensure financial controls are in place.
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations in all grant transactions and report major issues to the Finance Director.
• Train and mentor grant finance staff on grant management matters.
• Develop and maintain networks with SO IPGs, Global Grants Unit, and Regional GAM.
• Participate in grants start-up workshops and promote best practices within the response office.

Risk Management

• Ensure office compliance with WVI policies, donor regulations, and risk mitigation.
• Conduct refresher trainings on finance policies and donor rules.
• Coordinate with Program Managers on audit follow-up actions and recommendations.
• Assist in grant audit preparations and ensure compliance with award requirements.
• Review risk assessments during grant approval processes.
• Interpret award terms and ensure grant implementation aligns with requirements.
• Assist in developing financial policies and procedures.
• Implement LDRs database system and Costs Allocation Policy.
• Prepare grant closeout plans.
• Ensure no cost recovery thresholds are breached and engage in negotiations.
• Maintain 100% BPS compliance.

Team Management

• Lead and develop grants finance staff.
• Manage performance, conduct reviews, and foster capacity building.
• Address performance issues and promote best practices.

Safety and Security

• Be aware of emergency procedures and ensure staff preparedness.
• Ensure staff security and report incidents.

Other Duties

• Report safeguarding and fraud incidents.
• Participate in capacity building, spiritual, and organizational events.
• Perform other relevant tasks as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Minimum Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in humanitarian responses, including international experience.
• Understanding of humanitarian principles and standards.
• Experience in high-pressure environments with multiple risks.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Emotional intelligence and ability to work in high-security risk situations.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 years in humanitarian work.
• Leadership and management skills.
• Proposal, report writing, monitoring, and budgeting skills.
• Experience with communities, governments, INGOs, donors.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work cross-culturally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Financial and program management skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Knowledge of program cycle management.
• Security training (HEAT or equivalent).

Travel and Work Environment

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to work under pressure, often exceeding 12 hours during response periods.
• Work in potentially insecure or disaster-prone environments.