Financial Coordinator-UKRAINE-based in Kyiv

Country: Ukraine Organization: Première Urgence Internationale Closing date: 30 Sep 2026 Fixed-term contract: 6 months PUI all around the world With its 40 years of experience, Première Urgence Internationale : • Supports close to 6 millions beneficiaries • With more than 100 Millions € yearly budget • Present in 22 countries, on 5 continents Thanks to the work and commitment of : • More than 2000 national staffs • Around 200 expatriates from 45 different nationalities • And 90 employees at HQ PUI works in 10 areas of intervention and distinguishes itself by the implementation of an integrated approach in its response. This method aims to identify and understand the needs of all those affected by a crisis. Our teams come together to bring a rapid global response to the basic needs of populations affected by humanitarian crises to help them regain independence and dignity. Learn more on our history, our values, our areas of intervention. Focus on our activities in Ukraine PUI intervenes in Ukraine since 2015, in response to the needs provoked by the conflict in Donbass. PUI develops its integrated approach with health, mental health, protection and WASH projects to improve and restore equitable access to quality health services as well as to water, sanitation and hygiene for the most vulnerable population living in cities located along the contact line in the Donetsk Oblast. PUI also technically and materially assists a large network of Health Facilities and social institutions to improve the quality of care provided to the population. In order to support the populations currently affected by the conflict in the country, PUI is currently scaling up its activities in Donbass and in other regions of Ukraine. What about the Financial Coordinator ? As Financial Coordinator you will be accountable for the sound financial, accounting and budgetary management of the mission. You will be the financial representative for the mission, both internally and externally (donors, authorities, NGOs, etc.). For this purpose, you will be responsible for : • Financial, budgetary and accounting management: You will be responsible for all aspects relating to finance, including budgetary and accounting elements, as well as the mission cash flow. • Representation: You will represent the association in its relations with partners, authorities and different local players for the financial areas of the mission. • Coordination: You will centralize and diffuse information within the mission and to headquarters for all financial aspects of the mission, and consolidate the internal and external reporting for these domains. The challenges that await you : – Managing financial consistency and accountability across several bases and sub-grants in a fluid operational environment poses coordination and oversight difficulties. – Continuous updates to Ukrainian tax, labor, and financial legislation under martial law complicate compliance and financial reporting. – The growing number of local partners with varied financial capacities increases the risk of reporting delays, weak compliance, and uneven application of PUI procedures. – High workload, burnout, and conscription risks staff reduce institutional memory and threaten the quality of financial management across the mission. What you will need to succeed Training : You hold a Master‘s degree in Financial and Accounting management. If you have a technical background in project management, it would be an asset. Experience : You are strengthened by minimum 2 years of experience in financial / accounting management. A previous experience abroad in Humanitarian action would be appreciated. You already worked with Première Urgence Internationale? It would be a definite asset! Skills : You demonstrate strong writing and financial skills, you have a sound knowledge of institutional donor procedures. Excel has no secret for you, and you ideally master the use of SAGA accounting software. Qualities : You are a good communicator, both in writing and orally. You demonstrate good team spirit, analytical capability, a sense of responsibility, organisational skills, reactivity, and an ability to adapt. You have a good resistance to pressure and particularly in unstable circumstances. Languages : English has no secrets for you! All the better, it is mandatory for this position. If you speak Spanish, Arabic and/or French, it would be a definite asset. A word from the manager « PUI has maintained a continuous presence in Ukraine for over a decade, making it one of the longest-standing international NGOs operating in the country. With an established footprint in eastern Ukraine, including areas near the front line and occupied territories, the mission operates in a highly dynamic and risk-sensitive environment. Predominantly national teams bring strong commitment and contextual expertise, requiring robust security coordination to enable safe and sustained humanitarian access and response. » PUI will offer you Status : Cadre with a Fixed-Term Contract Monthly Gross Income : 2 650,00 – 2 970,00 EUR depending on your experience in International Solidarity + 50€ per semester of seniority with PUI Insurance including medical coverage and complementary healthcare, 24/24 assistance and repatriation Housing in collective accomodation Daily Living Expenses (« Per Diem ») Break Policy : 5 working days at 3 and 9 months + break allowance Paid Leaves Policy : 5 weeks of paid leaves per year + return ticket every 6 months Our commitments PUI is committed to preventing all forms of inappropriate behavior in the workplace, including harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, while promoting the well-being of children and adults with whom PUI interacts. PUI expects all employees to perform their tasks and professional responsibilities in accordance with the PUI Ethical Framework. PUI expects all employees to fulfill their professional duties and responsibilities in accordance with PUI’s Ethical Framework. All employees will receive appropriate training and commit to promoting, disseminating, and upholding the principles set forth in its Ethical Charter. The holder of this position may potentially have access to personal data concerning children and vulnerable adults as part of their work (Category 2 in the safe recruitment risk classification). Consequently, all recruitments will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks, which include criminal record and counter-terrorism financing checks. Première Urgence Internationale considers the diversity of nationalities, genders, beliefs, backgrounds, and statuses within its Human Resources as a major asset for its humanitarian work. The organization is therefore committed to strictly upholding the principle of non-discrimination throughout its recruitment process. We are dedicated to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please note that Première Urgence Internationale will under no circumstances request any financial contribution for administrative fees related to recruitment. Any information suggesting otherwise is fraudulent and should be disregarded. You recognize yourself in this profile and you adhere to our commitments ? You feel ready to take up the challenge and to join PUI great family ? How to apply If you wish to apply, follow this link and fill in the form on our career site