Operations & Finance Coordinator (HR, Finance, Logistics)

About the role

The MENTOR Initiative, a humanitarian organisation focused on malaria and vector-borne disease control, is looking for an Operations & Finance Coordinator (OFC) in Pemba, Cabo Delgado, Mozambique. The OFC is a key member of the Country Management Team and leads the Human Resources, Finance and Logistics departments, working closely with the Country Director and the HQ Grants Manager. The position is full-time, fixed term of approximately one year, with travel to field bases and districts.

Key responsibilities

• Lead HR: apply Mozambican labour law and tax codes (INSS, IRPS), manage recruitment and contracts, process payroll, oversee the international team's visas and leave, run performance appraisals and safeguarding and code of conduct training.
• Lead finance: maintain accounting systems (SAGA), prepare monthly budget versus actual reports, manage treasury and cash flow, ensure audit-ready documentation and help draft funding proposals.
• Lead logistics: supervise local procurement, coordinate international orders and customs clearance, control inventory and warehouses including cold chain and medical stocks, manage the vehicle fleet and maintain the asset register.
• Support security: act as the operational security focal point, equip bases and teams with security equipment and monitor the security situation in Cabo Delgado.
• Line manage HR, Finance and Logistics staff, represent the organisation in Mozambique coordination forums and produce regular operational and financial reports.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master's preferred) in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Logistics, HR, International Relations or a related field.
• At least 10 years of field experience in international NGOs, including 5 years in senior coordination roles in emergency or conflict settings.
• Experience managing HR, Finance and Logistics departments, including supply chain, procurement and team leadership.
• Familiarity with Mozambican labour and tax regulations; experience in Cabo Delgado is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of donor financial management rules and procurement procedures.
• Fluent written and spoken Portuguese and English.

Required skills

• Proficiency in accounting software, preferably SAGA, and advanced Excel.
• Strong coordination, project management, communication and reporting skills.

Applications close on 2 November 2026. The preferred application method is through LinkedIn; otherwise send a CV, letter of motivation and details of three referees by email.