Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as part of our fast-track recruitment process. To ensure full consideration, we strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible, ahead of the deadline.
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference and become part of a dedicated team of humanitarians?
NRC Syria is now seeking a Cash Officer to join the team in the Northeast Area (Qamishli).
The Cash Officer will play a key operational role within the Shelter and WASH CC in NES, supporting the implementation of Multi-Purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) programmes and emergency cash response. The position is responsible for verifying beneficiary lists, processing payments through financial platforms, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with NRC standards and donor requirements.
This role requires a detail-oriented professional with strong information management skills, an understanding of humanitarian cash-based programming, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a complex operating environment.
- Support the design and implementation of MPCA and emergency cash assistance projects in Hasakah governorate.
- Verify and prepare lists of individuals for financial assistance in accordance with NRC internal norms and processes .
- Identify deduplication and resolve them in coordination with NRC IM team to prevent duplicate payments.
- Assist in conducting emergency MPCA rapid-response applications, including preparing training materials and occasional field visits.
- Support implementation according to agreed plans, standards, proposals, and donor requirements.
- Collaborate closely with finance and Logs teams to approve cash requisitions and orders in a timely manner.
- Maintain paper and electronic cash records systematically on SharePoint, ensuring a clear and auditable trail in line with NRC standard procedures.
- Verify and systematise all documents related to payment preparation and FSPs fee invoices.
- Prepare and develop status and cash distribution reports as required by the line manager.
- Ensure adherence to NRC data privacy standards in all data-handling activities.
- Collaborate closely with the Community Feedback Mechanism (CFM) team to address complaints, feedback, inquiries, and payment status issues related to the financial assistance programme.
- Promote the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and returnees in line with NRC's advocacy strategy.
- Ensure beneficiary accountability and confidentiality are maintained throughout programme implementation.
- Adhere to NRC policies, guidance, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and procedures at all times.
- Ensure the application of cash-related SOPs and participate in SOPs revision exercise as requested by the line manager.
- Ensure proper filing of all support documents (RoDs) and invoices for procurement and audit purposes
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree, or above in the field of Economics, Business, Finance, Social Sciences or other related fields.
- Minimum 2 years of proven experience in a CVA programme within an NGO, UN agency, or development organisation.
- Knowledge and adherence to data privacy mechanisms.
- Field experience and understanding of cash-based programming initiatives.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience managing data in PDF and spreadsheet formats.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate tasks and deliver under short deadlines.
- Good in English and fluency Arabic (written and verbal) is required for this position.
Personal qualities
- Planning and delivering results
- Empowering and building trust
- Communicating with impact and respect
- Handling insecure environments
- Working with people
- Analyzing information effectively
We can offer
Duty station: Qamishli - Syria
- Contract: Project-Based Employment Contract until the end of October 2026 (Non-renewable)
- Salary/benefits: Grade 5 of NRC's salary scale (NRC Grade profile)
- NRC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or physical ability.
- We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
Important information about the application process
- The position is open to both internal and external applicants.
- All interested candidates matching the profile are welcome to apply.
- When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your national identification card. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history, and education.
- Candidates who do not provide complete and detailed information in the online application form may not be considered.
- The application deadline is 22 April 2026.
-Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as part of our fast-track recruitment process. To ensure full consideration, we strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible, ahead of the deadline.
- Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
- We receive many applications for each vacant position, and so only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered.
- Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
Learn more about NRC's operations in Syria here.
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