Finance Officer

Finance Officer in Jerusalem, Palestine and Israel Programme of the Willy-Brandt-Center Office. Local candidates with right to travel to and work in Jerusalem only.

We are looking for a part-time Finance Officer to join our dedicated team at the Willy-Brandt-Center in Jerusalem, starting as soon as possible.

Who we are

Forum Ziviler Friedensdienst e.V. (forumZFD) is an International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO), established in 1996. We are working in the field of conflict transformation in Europe, the Middle East, and South-East Asia.

Located in East Jerusalem, ForumZFD’s regional office works on projects in both Palestine and Israel since 1999. The Willy Brandt Center (WBC) is part of forumZFD and located in Abu Tor. Together, we are implementing a joint programme within the German Civil Peace Service. We work through partnerships with local civil society including NGOs, grassroots organizations,student journalists, youth and women groups, activists, and artists. The WBC is a unique center for encounters and communication in Jerusalem. Here, young people from the entire world meet and engage in cross-cultural exchange beyond borders.

Your tasks and responsibilities

In this part-time position (80%) as Finance Officer you are responsible for book-keeping and accounting the WBC programme budget, according to the internal forumZFD, WBC and donor guidelines, as well as according to Israeli and Palestinian local regulations. The finance officer will also support project team members in their daily finance-related tasks. The Finance Officer is under the direct supervision of the forumZFD Finance Manager and the WBC Managing Director in Berlin.

Specific tasks include:

• Accountancy for WBC projects, including calls for money, bookkeeping, filing, including timely monthly and annual closures.
• Annual planning of the WBC programme budget in coordination with the Managing Director, Finance Manager and other team members.
• Usage and reporting of the in-country funds in accordance with existing forumZFD and donor requirements as well as local laws.
• Preparing and supporting financial reports – both local and for Head Office.
• Supporting programme staff on issues relating to financial procedures and requirements.
• Checking of financial documentation of expenditures and ensuring its compliance with regulations and preparing payments.
• Preparation of supporting documents and reporting on financial processes of the office.
• Booking of programme expenses on internal financial management software.
• Keeping Managing Director and Finance Manager up to date on any financial management issues.

Qualifications:

• Degree in a subject relevant to the role.
• Working experience in a similar role, preferably in the I/NGO sector.
• Professional working proficiency in English, Arabic, and Hebrew (written and spoken) .
• Good knowledge of different financial bookkeeping software programmes.
• Understanding of all local laws regarding financial reporting.
• Solid proactive approach concerning support of project staff and follow ups with supervisors.
• Good ability to work independently.
• High level of personal efficiency with attention to detail and ability to balance multiple tasks.
• Experience in working with multi-cultural teams.

Personal Qualities

• Problem solver/solutions oriented.
• Openness to learning new approaches/quick learner.
• Demonstrated commitment to peace, non-violence and sensitive to issues of gender and marginalized groups.
• Creative and works with a participatory approach.
• Team player and a capacity builder.
• Honest and a strong sense of integrity.
• Exhibit patience and persistence to develop relationships with different stakeholders.
• High standard of professionalism and self-organizing capacities.

Our offer

We offer an attractive positionwith responsibilities in a growing organization. We also offer participation in qualification and professional development alongside work-coaching sessions.

Working for forumZFD, you will be engaged within the innovative field of conflict transformation and peacebuilding through the utilization of your skills.

How to apply

Who can apply?

This is a national position only. Applicants must have the right to travel to and work in Jerusalem. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to facilitate applications for travel permits.

Start and type of assignment

The position is available for an immediate start. This is a part-time position (80%), working for WBC office based in Jerusalem.

Your application

Please apply by submitting a cover letter outlining your motivation for applying and skills relevant to the role (no more than 1 page) and CV by Oct 5th 2025 to salman@forumzfd.de. Interviews will take place on 15.10.25 and 16.10.25 online or hybrid.

Further information about our organisation and our assignments can be found online at www.forumZFD.de.

We are looking forward to receiving your application!