Head of Financial Planning and Analysis
Lead financial planning and analysis team to support data-driven decision-making.
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Overview
Lead financial planning and analysis team to support data-driven decision-making.
You have:
- At least 7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, including some leadership responsibilities.
- University degree in finance, business management, or accounting.
- Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and interest in BI tools and automation.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at both strategic and operational levels.
- Fluency in English.
- Experience in international NGOs or multi-country organizations.
- Knowledge of French, Spanish, or Arabic.
Contract
This is a DRC - National contract. More about DRC - National contracts.
Danish Refugee Council, one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is currently looking for a skilled Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FPA) to lead our financial planning and analysis team and strengthen data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Who are we?
You will join four other managers as part of a diverse and collaborative Finance Leadership Team, working under the supervision of the Global Finance Director. Together, this team drives financial excellence and innovation across DRC’s global operations.
About the job
In this role, you will manage a team of 5 FPA Business Partners and oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling for HQ and country offices. You will provide actionable insights to support strategic decisions, improve financial processes, and help integrate modern tools like automation and analytics into our workflows.
Your main duties and responsibilities will be:
- Manage and support the FPA team to deliver accurate and timely financial planning and reporting.
- Coordinate budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modelling.
- Provide financial analysis and recommendations to leadership teams at HQ and in countries
- Build alignment with the team and across teams during periods of transformation
- Drive improvements in financial processes and reporting frameworks.
- Collaborate with IT and Finance teams to enhance systems and analytics
About you
To be successful in this role we expect you to combine strong analytical skills with the ability to lead and motivate a team, communicate clearly with diverse stakeholders, and proactively drive improvements in financial processes and systems.
Moreover, we also expect the following:
Required
- At least 7 years of experience in financial planning and analysis, including some leadership responsibilities.
- University degree in finance, business management, or accounting.
- Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and interest in BI tools and automation.
- Leading people through change with clarity and confidence.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills at both strategic and operational levels.
- Fluency in English.
Desirable
- Experience in international NGOs or multi-country organizations.
- Knowledge of French, Spanish, or Arabic.
In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:
Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
We offer
Contract length: Permanent
Work location: Copenhagen (Headquarters) Start date: April 1, 2026
Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the agreement between DRC and Lederaftalen
(management agreement) which is available at lederne.dk. This is a national position for which local terms and conditions apply. For questions regarding the vacancy please contact the Global Finance Director, Amelina Jaskowiak ([email protected]).
Application process
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. A****pplications sent by email will not be considered.
Closing date for applications: February 15 (first interviews will take place Wednesday 18 in the afternoon CPH time, second interviews Monday 23 in the afternoon CPH time).
For more information about the Danish Refugee Council, please visit our website drc.ngo.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.
Potential interview questions
| Describe your experience in leading a financial planning and analysis team. What challenges have you faced? | This question assesses your leadership experience and problem-solving skills within financial contexts. | Share specific examples of your leadership roles, the challenges encountered, and the outcomes. |
| How do you ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting? | This question evaluates your approach to maintaining high-quality financial outputs. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a time you drove improvements in financial processes? What was the impact? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why is stakeholder communication important in financial planning? How do you manage it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What tools and technologies do you use for budgeting and forecasting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you lead your team through periods of significant change? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to communicate a difficult financial message to senior leadership. How did you approach it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What steps would you take to enhance financial systems and analytics in an organization? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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