Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Is Hiring: Finance Tools Specialist @Unknown

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Doctors Without Borders (MSF) is seeking a highly skilled Finance Tools Specialist to support and optimize finance ERP systems across MSF Ubuntu in Johannesburg or Nairobi.

Job Title: Finance Tools Specialist
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa or Nairobi, Kenya
Closing Date: 14 August 2026
Contract: 2-year renewable, full-time

This role is pivotal in ensuring effective deployment, support, and continuous improvement of finance tools such as UniField and WeFin, contributing to MSF’s humanitarian mission.

Key Responsibilities

Finance System Administration and Governance

• Act as the primary focal point for UniField, WeFin, and related systems
• Maintain system configurations, master data, and user access
• Monitor system performance and ensure compliance with MSF standards
• Coordinate enhancements, testing, and issue resolution

Functional Support & Solution Design

• Provide support to users, troubleshoot system issues
• Analyze root causes and coordinate resolutions
• Gather business requirements and develop practical system solutions
• Support system upgrades and new functionality implementation

Process Improvement & Workflow Management

• Map, document, and improve finance workflows
• Develop scalable and standardized processes
• Identify opportunities for automation and optimization
• Support change management initiatives

Deployment, Training & Capacity Building

• Support rollout and expansion of finance tools
• Deliver training sessions and coaching
• Develop training materials and documentation
• Promote best practices and knowledge sharing

Documentation & Knowledge Management

• Maintain procedures, guidelines, and user manuals
• Ensure documentation is current and accessible
• Contribute to knowledge resources and e-learning materials

Coordination & Reporting

• Collaborate with various teams including Finance, HR, IT, and Country Programs
• Provide regular reports and support follow-up actions
• Assist in deployment planning and support activities

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field

Experience

• Minimum 5 years working with finance ERP systems in support, administration, or implementation roles
• Experience with international NGOs or multi-country organizations; MSF experience is an asset

• Proven support experience with ERP systems such as UniField and/or WeFin
• Business process analysis, workflow design, and process improvement expertise
• Experience delivering user training, coaching, and capacity-building initiatives

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, configurations, and data management
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI

• Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently
• Flexibility to travel to field locations and work irregular hours as needed
• Working proficiency in English; French language skills are a strong asset

Conditions & Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with MSF policies
• Annual leave, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and other benefits
• International insurance coverage

• Relocation support for eligible candidates
• Opportunities for professional development and travel
• Flexible working arrangements including work-from-home options

Application Process

• Submit your application with a Letter of Motivation and CV in a single PDF
• Deadline for applications: 14 August 2026
• Open to both local and international applicants
• For inquiries, contact: recruitment@nairobi.msf.org

Apply now: MSF Job Application Link

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