Innovative Finance Compliance Specialist

Plan International is an independent organisation for development cooperation and humanitarian. Our goal is for girls and boys worldwide to have equal rights and opportunities and to actively shape their future. To achieve this, we implement efficient and transparent projects for sustainable community development in our partner countries and respond swiftly to emergencies and disasters that threaten children's lives. In over 75 countries, we work hand in hand with children, youth, supporters, and partners of all genders to achieve our global goals. The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals strengthen our commitment. Plan is committed to child protection.

We are looking for a new team member for our department International Cooperation

in Hamburg as soon as possible

Your tasks:
The Innovative Finance Compliance Specialist is responsible for designing and implementing financial compliance systems for donor-funded commercial contracts and results-based financing mechanisms. This role supports project teams globally by ensuring compliant budgeting, reporting, and audit readiness, and by embedding scalable systems aligned with institutional processes.

**1. System Design & Operationalization**
- Develop and roll out financial compliance systems tailored to commercial contracting and results-based financing mechanisms (e.g., cost recovery, due diligence, budget templates, etc.).
- Create scalable workflows for financial documentation, approvals, and reporting.
- Ensure integration into global systems (e.g., SAP, GM) in collaboration with Finance and IT teams.

**2. Budgeting, Monitoring & Reporting**
- Lead financial design of proposals in coordination with business development teams.
- Oversee ongoing budget tracking, forecasting, invoicing, and donor financial reporting.
- Ensure alignment with donor timelines and contract requirements.

**3. Audit & Risk Management**
- Maintain audit-ready documentation and lead internal reviews and external audit preparation.
- Monitor financial risks and recommend process improvements and controls.

**4. Capacity Strengthening & Technical Support**
- Deliver training on compliance expectations for commercial contracts & results-based financing mechanism.
- Advise program and finance teams at HQ and country level, ensuring consistent standards and tools.

**5. Strategic Integration & Framework Development**
- Define compliance standards and frameworks for innovative finance within the organization.
- Contribute to long-term integration into Plan’s financial systems in coordination with Finance and IT colleagues.

Your profile:
**Qualifications and Experience**
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s or CPA/ACCA preferred
- Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in financial compliance, donor contract management, or auditing within the NGO sector
- Proven experience managing donor-funded commercial or service contracts (e.g., GIZ fee-based, BMZ co-financing, USAID contracts)
- Knowledge of international donor regulations and audit frameworks
- Proficiency in financial software and Excel; experience with ERP systems is an advantage
- Fluency in English required (French, German & Spanish Language are an asset)

**Key Competencies**
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong understanding of donor compliance frameworks
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- High ethical standards and integrity
- Strong communication and training delivery skills

We offer you:

- A flexible working hours model and up to 12 days of mobile work per month
- 30 vacation days based on a 5-day work week
- A subsidy for the “Deutschlandticket” and the company pension scheme
- A company laptop and a subsidy for home office equipment
- Exciting responsibilities and a modern, ergonomic working environment