Job ID
45954
Job Title
Project Finance Assistant – Tamkeen
To work for
Aga Khan Foundation
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Finances/Accountancy
Job Type
Project Based
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
The Aga Khan Foundation in Syria seeks to employ a Project-Based Project Finance Assistant– Tamkeen for its office in Damascus.
JOB NUMBER: Tamkeen/ 09
JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Finance Assistant is responsible for all financial administrative functions in the Tamkeen Project. He/ she is also responsible for all finance-related functions and tasks of the Tamkeen Project. The incumbent will report directly to the Assistant Manager Finance – Grants and Compliance.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the Assistant Manager Finance – Grants and Compliance, and other project staff in project budget management
- Forecasting analysis for the project on a need-basis.
- Contribute to the preparation of budget exercise/revisions for the project (if required).
- Assist in reviewing the budget balances/availability and adherence/compliance of the project activities to the approved AWP.
- Provide support in project audits whenever required
- Provide support in filling/archiving project financial-related documents
- Assist in processing project cash and bank payments for vendors/staff/ other stakeholders
- Prepare daily cash verification reports and maintain Petty Cash
- Data entry on a daily basis to the Accounting Software.
- Provide financial reports to Project Management on a timely basis i.e. monthly, quarterly etc.
- Provide assistance in developing/preparing financial reports
- Provide coordination support for Project Implementing Partners in financial matters i.e. Fund release, fund flows, financial report and advance adjustments etc.
- Verification of project-related expenditures received from Prog. Team and to be recorded in iScala/FIS.
- Sharing updates with the Assistant Manager Finance – Grants and Compliance, on donor payable and receivable.
- Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that welcomes individuals of all genders
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and Code of Conduct in all interactions, implement safeguarding prevention measures to prevent and report safeguarding concerns, and contribute to a safe and respectful environment for all individuals AKF works with.
JOB NUMBER: Tamkeen/ 09
JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Finance Assistant is responsible for all financial administrative functions in the Tamkeen Project. He/ she is also responsible for all finance-related functions and tasks of the Tamkeen Project. The incumbent will report directly to the Assistant Manager Finance – Grants and Compliance.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist the Assistant Manager Finance – Grants and Compliance, and other project staff in project budget management
- Forecasting analysis for the project on a need-basis.
- Contribute to the preparation of budget exercise/revisions for the project (if required).
- Assist in reviewing the budget balances/availability and adherence/compliance of the project activities to the approved AWP.
- Provide support in project audits whenever required
- Provide support in filling/archiving project financial-related documents
- Assist in processing project cash and bank payments for vendors/staff/ other stakeholders
- Prepare daily cash verification reports and maintain Petty Cash
- Data entry on a daily basis to the Accounting Software.
- Provide financial reports to Project Management on a timely basis i.e. monthly, quarterly etc.
- Provide assistance in developing/preparing financial reports
- Provide coordination support for Project Implementing Partners in financial matters i.e. Fund release, fund flows, financial report and advance adjustments etc.
- Verification of project-related expenditures received from Prog. Team and to be recorded in iScala/FIS.
- Sharing updates with the Assistant Manager Finance – Grants and Compliance, on donor payable and receivable.
- Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that welcomes individuals of all genders
- Adhere to safeguarding policies and Code of Conduct in all interactions, implement safeguarding prevention measures to prevent and report safeguarding concerns, and contribute to a safe and respectful environment for all individuals AKF works with.
Qualifications
- The applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree in Economics.
- At least one year of experience in the financial field.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Very good command of English and Computer skills, especially in Excel.
- At least one year of experience in the financial field.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Very good command of English and Computer skills, especially in Excel.
Specific Vacancy Requirements
Deadline for applications submission is Wednesday, December 24th 2025.
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Salary and Benefits
As Per AKF Salary Scale.
Health and Life Insurance.
Health and Life Insurance.
About us
The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is a group of development agencies with mandates that include the environment, health, education, architecture, culture, microfinance, rural development, disaster reduction, and the promotion of private-sector enterprise and the revitalization of historic cities. AKDN agencies conduct their programmes without regard to faith, origin or gender.
Safeguarding Commitments:
AKF is committed to maintaining the highest standard of ethical behaviour among its staff, representatives, and partners to make sure of do no harm of the beneficiaries and whom they deal with. In line with this commitment; the selected incumbent must adhere to the AKF Code of Conduct and the relevant Safeguarding policies
Safeguarding Commitments:
AKF is committed to maintaining the highest standard of ethical behaviour among its staff, representatives, and partners to make sure of do no harm of the beneficiaries and whom they deal with. In line with this commitment; the selected incumbent must adhere to the AKF Code of Conduct and the relevant Safeguarding policies
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Dec 18, 2025
Expiry Date
Jan 17, 2026
CV Language
English
