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HR /Fin Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)HR /Fin Manager
Jan. 2025 - Oct. 2025South SudanManage international HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, contracts, staff mobility, performance management, and end-of-mission processes. • Served as the focal point for international staff HR matters, including visa/work permits, benefits administration, relocation support, and employee relations. • Ensure alignment of HR policies with global standards and host country labor regulations, adapting procedures to suit both expatriate and national staff contexts. • Oversee payroll processes for international and local staff, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and legal compliance. • Coordinate international training, workshops, and briefings to enhance staff capacity and cross-cultural understanding. • Maintain HRIS and financial systems to ensure timely reporting, staff data accuracy, and process efficiency. • Collaborate with regional teams and senior management to resolve complex HR and financial issues in a proactive, strategic manner. • Supervise administration, logistics, and procurement functions to support operational continuity across regions. Key Achievements: • Developed and implemented a comprehensive onboarding and induction package tailored for international staff, improving integration and compliance. • Streamlined HR processes across country offices, resulting in improved contract management and reduced administrative delays. • Strengthened interdepartmental coordination by aligning HR and finance systems, enhancing transparency and operational effectiveness.
Finance Administration Manager
International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRCFinance Administration Manager
Sep. 2023 - Dec. 2024Regional office• Managed the authorization of expenditures requests (AoE), overseeing the validation process at delegations. • Ensured strict adherence to the Rules on Financial Management (RFM) by all staff members, emphasizing financial integrity. • Administered delegation funds and executed cash collection from/to banks. • Supervised the daily cash control process and meticulously managed bookkeeping procedures. • Contributed valuable feedback to RES_CTM on accounting matters, including balance confirmation, within stipulated deadlines. ABOUT MYSELF WORK EXPERIENCE  MSF – JUBA , SOUTH SUDAN  ICRC – REGIONAL OFFICE POLAND- HUNGARY-ROMANIA, HUNGARY • Effectively managed ICRC bank accounts within the delegation, meticulously reviewed invoices for payment, and signed/approved payments within the functional limits defined in the RFM. • Ensured timely renewal of bank Power of Authority. • Checked and approved internal requests/SR, invoices, and working advances in alignment with budgetary constraints and RFM-prescribed limits. • Supervised monthly and annual closing processes. • Contributed to various reporting tasks such as Insurance of movable property, Annual return, etc. • Contributed to developing contingency measures to respond to critical changes in the operating context. • Played a crucial role in establishing (and updating) the Risk Assessment for Poland, focusing on real estate and finance-related risks. Implemented and monitored risk-mitigation measures. • Managed ICRC premises, handling lease negotiations, maintenance, and passive security. • Oversaw property operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective management. • Implemented security protocols to safeguard assets and ensure a safe environment. • Collaborated with stakeholders to address property-related issues and optimize functionality.
Finance Officer
Save the Children InternationalFinance Officer
Dec. 2022 - Sep. 2023Plans, directs and controls accounting and financial operations. - Prepares accounting transaction reports and documents for management review. - Ensures that standard procedures maintain accurate records. - Prepares budgets, forecasts future cash flows and prepares periodic financial analyses. - Maintain accurate records of all daily transactions. Prepare balance sheets. Process invoices. Post accounts payable and accounts receivable. - Update internal systems with financial data. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports. - Reconcile bank statements. - Participate in financial audits. - Ensure the country facility complies with the financial manual, Save The Children policies, and donor and auditor requirements. - Train new staff on financial responsibilities, travel policies, and cash requirements. - Develop petty cash and travel policies
Senior Finance Associate
UNHCR, the UN Refugee AgencySenior Finance Associate
Mar. 2022 - Dec. 2022PolandCoordinate travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation. · Get remarkable rates from hotels for UNHCR Staff Handling the arrangements with Ukraine operation and dealing with PAS. · Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report performance. · Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency and quality of service. · Maintained staff directory and company policy. Managed accounts payable and receivable for the office per year. · Edited subcontractor proposals, project punch lists, transmittals and memorandums for organizational support. · Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks daily. · Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks. ·Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy. ·Conducted invoicing and investigated accounts receivable discrepancies. Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping and data entry for increased efficiency. ·Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources. Use MSRP to prepare various correspondence, reports and other written material. ·Created and implemented standard operating procedures for records handling. Organized logistics and materials for each meeting, arranged spaces and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders. ·Managed MSRP-WORK DAY monthly invoices for the organization of UNHCR staff and maintained accurate processing and verification. Drafted professional memos, letters and marketing copy to support business objectives and growth. ·Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate instructions. ·Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Senior Consultant
UNESCOSenior Consultant
Feb. 2022 - May. 2022Poland
Board member of the European YWCA
World YWCABoard member of the European YWCA
Mar. 2021 - Sep. 2023Sweden
Project Manager
Erasmus Mundus AssociationProject Manager
Dec. 2020 - Feb. 2022IrelandResponsible for planning and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget. Plan and designate project resources, prepare budgets, monitor progress, and keep stakeholders informed the entire way. Co-development of digital fundraising campaigns via social media channels Project Shine is about Strengthening women’s leadership in NGOs and communities across Europe
Senior Business Travel Consultant GMT Team
CWTSenior Business Travel Consultant GMT Team
Sep. 2020 - May. 2022Warsaw Metropolitan AreaTravel Manager directs, operates, and administers travel programs for businesses and travel agencies. work for large corporations and manage business travel, making arrangements for employees and executives. work for travel agencies that assist clients with their travel plans.
Civil Society Organisations Helping Refugees and Migrants in Europe
European Economic and Social CommitteeCivil Society Organisations Helping Refugees and Migrants in Europe
Jun. 2020 - Jun. 2020Brussels Metropolitan AreaThe aim of this event is to illustrate the pivotal role and daily challenges of civil society Organisations in helping refugees and Migrants.
Senior Consultant
Saba SoftwareSenior Consultant
Mar. 2020 - Jul. 2020Krakow Metropolitan Area
Travel Consultant
UN WomenTravel Consultant
Oct. 2019 - Sep. 2020
Human Right Immigrants and Refugees
World YWCAHuman Right Immigrants and Refugees
Mar. 2018 - Mar. 2018Budapest, Budapest, HungaryHuman Right Immigrants and Refugees
Data Quality Analyst
AccentureData Quality Analyst
Sep. 2017 - Jul. 2018Warsaw, Masovian District, Polandensure data quality,completeness,consistency
Senior Travel Consultant -CWT-Policy Trainer for World Health Organization-UN Team
CWTSenior Travel Consultant -CWT-Policy Trainer for World Health Organization-UN Team
Jul. 2017 - Sep. 2020Warsaw, Mazowieckie, PolandHelp clients identify their ideal travel package based on their requirements. Study and assimilate all information regarding travel destinations and policy. Policy Trainer for World Health Organization-UN Team Support other UN Organizations like WIPO, UNOG ,UNHCR ,WMO
General Secretary YWCA Polska
World YWCAGeneral Secretary YWCA Polska
Jun. 2016 - Jun. 2022Warsaw, Masovian District, PolandGeneral Secretary of YWCA Polska Reporting to management, drafting documents and entering data, and scheduling appointments. Responsible for leading the team. work with NGO organizations. Press enquiries and media requests.
Sales Manager
Malaysia AirlinesSales Manager
Feb. 2014 - Jan. 2016Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaDeveloped strategic initiatives based on company objectives aimed at accelerating growth. · Motivated team to meet and exceed sales goals. · Travelled to different companies to negotiate large sales and contracts. Provided local market insight and identified trends. ·Provided extensive leadership by effectively communicating strategic goals and plans. Implemented a strong training program enabling employees to improve and build upon both professional and personal growth ·Slashed payroll/benefits administration costs by 30% by negotiating pricing and fees, while ensuring the continuation and enhancements of services
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