Logistics and Finance Coordinator

WAVE is looking for a Logistics and Finance Coordinator with a flexible start date, no later than the second week of January 2026. The role is based in Thessaloniki, Northern Greece, and requires the individual to oversee the planning, implementation, and monitoring of all logistics, procurement, and financial activities at Wave, while upholding and enforcing the organisation’s values and code of conduct.

WAVE runs a community centre that offers access to hot meals, showers, non-food items, WiFi, and laundry services with an open-door policy. The centre currently operates four days a week, and the Logistics and Finance Coordinator is responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, managing stock efficiently, tracking expenses within budget, and supporting volunteers to maintain operational stability.

Start Date: January 2026 (ASAP)

Minimum Commitment: 9 months (one month probationary period), full-time

Requirements:

• Qualification in finance or accounting, OR proven experience of budget management and financial responsibility in a professional setting.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Fluency in English and strong written communication skills.
• Experience in working with people-on-the-move/refugees or in a similar field of working with vulnerable people.
• Ability to stay in Greece for 9 months or beyond.
• Drivers licence, ability and willingness to drive a manual van.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Good prioritisation and organisational skills.
• A developed understanding of boundaries and safeguarding.
• Team player.
• Experience managing a team.

Desired:

• Proficiency in Greek language is strongly desired for this role.
• Experience in organising and leading distributions.
• Experience of working with multiple different partners to deliver project objectives.
• Experience with mediation and conflict resolution is preferred.
• Knowledge of Farsi, Arabic or French is also useful.
• Experience working in a kitchen environment, ability to cook is desirable.
• Experience working with accounting software.
• Experience working closely with community members.
• An understanding of the ongoing situation for people-on-the-move in Europe, especially at the borders.

What we can offer:

• A monthly stipend of €1000.
  • Unfortunately at this time we are unable to offer a Greek employment contract, and are paying a stipend. Further details can be discussed during an interview.
• The opportunity to work in a diverse team of international volunteers and members of the community we are serving.
• A unique, practical learning experience and the space to put forward and develop new ideas to improve the services offered.