About the RSH Programme
The Safeguarding Resource and Support Hub (RSH) is a programme that aims to support organisations in the humanitarian and development sector to strengthen their safeguarding policy and practice against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment (SEAH). RSH supports organisations working in both the humanitarian and development sectors and is driven by the needs of smaller national or local organisations in developing countries. The programme is funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) until 2030.
About the Role
Based in the UK, this role will play a central role in ensuring smooth and compliant programme operations, including accurate financial posting, reporting, budget tracking, forecasting, and expenditure analysis.
This is a full-time, 15-month fixed-term contract with the potential for extension. As an organisation, we support flexible working arrangements, which can be discussed at the interview stage.
About You
The successful candidate will bring precision, organisation, and a proactive approach to financial and operational management. You will ensure accuracy and compliance across all financial processes, using your strong analytical skills to maintain robust systems and audit-ready documentation. We are looking for someone who thrives on managing multiple priorities, solving problems efficiently, and supporting smooth programme delivery.
Main Responsibilities
Fiscal Compliance & Financial Management
• Conduct spot checks on partner expenses through a bi-annual internal audit process.
• Ensure that all staff, partner and consultant financial claims are eligible costs under the contract, reviewing expenses and rates to ensure audit compliance.
• Process consultant and partner timesheets and invoices, working with the Finance Team to ensure accuracy and timely processing.
Kimble Management & Operations
• Manage the project account in Kimble, ensuring all rates align with agreed consultant rates.
• Provide support in troubleshooting issues related to Kimble usage and financial reporting.
Skills and Experience
• At least 2-3 years' experience in finance or administration within an NGO/development or consultancy setting, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, procurement, and reconciliation.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate financial records and audit-ready documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and financial management systems, with particularly strong excel skills.
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How to Apply
If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV. The deadline for applying is Sunday, 23rd November 2025. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.
Please note that the selected candidate must have the right to work in the UK.
Our Selection Process
Social Development Direct's organisational vision is a just and equal world founded on gender equality and social inclusion. Our mission is to provide excellence in social development to support policies, laws, social norms and institutions that advance social, economic and political justice for all. We are committed to creating a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace and welcome people from underrepresented groups to apply.
The selection process for this recruitment will include a timed written assessment in addition to a 1 hour competency based interview via Microsoft Teams to be completed on Tuesday 9th December 2025.
For those who are invited to interview, we may process information about whether or not applicants have a disability or impairment so we can make adjustments during the recruitment process and implement the Disability Confident scheme. Our HR team will ask you to confirm that you have read our privacy notice and consent to providing this information before doing so. Our full privacy notice can be read on our careers page here:Privacy Notice for applicants | Social Development Direct ).
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