Trainer - Finance for Non-Finance Project Managers

Action for Humanity

Published: Jun 24, 2026

Updated: Jul 4, 2026

Source: reliefweb_consultancies

About This Opportunity

This is a consulting contract in the humanitarian aid sector. Located in Syria, Middle East & North Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before July 23, 2026.

Published through ReliefWeb Consultancies, part of the United Nations system, which follows UN procurement standards. UN-funded opportunities are typically open to vendors registered in the UN Global Marketplace for consulting in the humanitarian aid sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Syrian Arab Republic
Trainer - Finance for Non-Finance Project Managers
Organization
Action for Humanity
Posted
24 Jun 2026
Closing date
23 Jul 2026
We are actively seeking a qualified and experienced Risk Management Trainer to design and delivera comprehensive, practical training program for project managers at Action For Humanity (AFH) . If you specialize in humanitarian finance, donor compliance, and grant management this opportunity is for you.
📋 About the Assignment
You will lead a fully structured Finance Training Program targeting at least 70% of AFH project managers, delivered either in-person, online, or in a blended format as mutually agreed with the organization.
💡 Why This Assignment Matters
Financial mismanagement in humanitarian programs can jeopardize donor trust, project continuity, and ultimately the people being served. Your expertise will directly empower project managers to handle grant finances with confidence, integrity, and full donor compliance making programs stronger, more accountable, and audit-ready.
🎯 Training Modules You Will Cover:
Budgeting & Budget Holder Responsibilities in Grant-Funded Projects.
Donor Financial Compliance & Eligible vs. Ineligible Costs.
Cash Flow, Forecasting & Burn-Rate Monitoring.
Financial Reporting, Variance Analysis & Donor Report Preparation.
Procurement, Segregation of Duties & Internal Financial Controls.
Fraud Prevention, Audit Readiness & Supporting Documentation Standards.
✅ Success Indicator: A measurable improvement in financial knowledge shown through pre- and post-training assessments conducted with program staff.
📦 What You Will Deliver
Deliverables Include:
Training work plan, session agenda & delivery methodology (submitted prior to delivery).
Full training materials, handouts & case-based practical exercises.
Pre- and post-training assessment tools with scored results.
Attendance records and signed participation sheets.
Final training report with results analysis and actionable recommendations.
Expected Outcomes:
Project managers able to confidently read, manage, and forecast project budgets.
Improved donor financial compliance and reduced ineligible-cost risk across projects.
Strengthened internal financial controls and audit readiness within program teams.
Measurable knowledge gains evidenced by pre/post assessment score comparisons.
🎓 Who We Are Looking For
You are the right fit if you have:
A recognized ACCA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent finance certification.
Minimum 5 years of relevant professional finance experience.
Working knowledge of institutional donor financial rules EU, BHA/USAID, FCDO, UN, or equivalent.
Familiarity with grant budgeting, financial reporting, and audit requirements in humanitarian contexts.
A proven track record of similar capacity-strengthening assignments.
Strong command of English and Arabic language proficiency is a significant advantage.
📅 Assignment Details
Duration: One (1) month from contract signing date.
Work Schedule: As per agreed training work plan and session schedule.
Delivery Mode In-person and/or online, to be stated in the session agenda & online delivery methodology.
Payment: Fixed, all-inclusive fee (covering trainer fee, preparation, materials, delivery & reporting. Subject to applicable tax/withholding per local law).
How to apply
📩 How to Apply
Interested trainers are invited to submit their offer package titled ''Trainer - Finance for Non-Finance Project Managers'' to hr.syria@actionforhumanity.org including the following:
Updated CV highlighting relevant experience.
Detailed Technical & Financial Proposal including your training methodology and work plan.
Three (3) Professional References from previous similar assignments.
⚠️ Important Notice to All Applicants
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

This assignment may be closed before the stated deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
We strongly encourage interested trainers to submit their applications as early as possible.
Job details
Country
Syrian Arab Republic
Source
Action for Humanity
Type
Consultancy
Career category
Administration/Finance
Years of experience
5-9 years
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📩 How to Apply
Interested trainers are invited to submit their offer package titled ''Trainer - Finance for Non-Finance Project Managers'' to hr.syria@actionforhumanity.org including the following:
Updated CV highlighting relevant experience.
Detailed Technical & Financial Proposal including your training methodology and work plan.
Three (3) Professional References from previous similar assignments.
⚠️ Important Notice to All Applicants
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

This assignment may be closed before the stated deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
We strongly encourage interested trainers to submit their applications as early as possible.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from ReliefWeb Consultancies and was originally published on June 24, 2026. Last refreshed 4 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Action for Humanity

Action for Humanity has issued 4 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 4 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Humanitarian & Emergency Response. All notices are published for Syria. Notices are distributed via ReliefWeb Consultancies. Most recent publication: June 24, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Consulting contract in the Humanitarian & Emergency Response sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Syria. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit ReliefWeb Consultancies to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is July 23, 2026. You have 15 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Action for Humanity in Syria. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.