Project Controller
You are going to join the team of Operational Finance and Audit Operations part our HQ-Finance, Risk and Supply Chain Department (FRISC) that aims to provide qualitative and standardized financial support services to DRC operations, while ensuring enhanced financial performance and resource capacities at the operational level.
About the job The purpose of the position is to provide proactive project finance controlling related to DRC’s projects, along with the necessary operational finance support to our country offices, such as informing and advising on financial risks.
As Project Controller there is also the opportunity to join-in as part of a working group around the improvement of financial processes. Key responsibilities Review of proposal budgets and financial donor reports for quality assurance Monthly controlling of assigned country office project portfolio via BI and Power BI reports, such as budget vs actual follow-ups and data quality around financial project management Control country office direct and shared costs in Master Budgets including risks around funding gaps Assistance with project audits to be audited at Headquarters, e.g. DANIDA, USAID and SIDA. Provide expert advice on demand to country offices around financial project management Guide country offices around technical advice related to financial project management in Microsoft Dynamics 365 About you To be successful in this role, we expect you to be a global finance professional, in humanitarian settings, focused on project finance, focused on compliance, but also with a supporting mindset.
All employees should master DRC's core competencies: Communicating, Taking the lead, Collaborating, striving for excellence, and Demonstrating integrity. Moreover, we also expect the following: Degree in Finance/ Business Administration 3 years’ experience in project finances and accounting 5 years hands-on experience with ERP systems Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under pressure Focused, methodical and able to deliver in a timely manner English in fluent level and at least one of French, or Spanish in advanced level.
We offer. Contract length: Permanent (37 hours per week including lunch) Work Place: Lyngbyvej 100, Copenhagen Denmark. Start date: 15 February 202 or as soon as possible thereafter. Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the agreement between DRC and AC (fuldmægtig niveau).This is a national position for which local terms and conditions apply. This might be the best working NGO environment in Denmark, with a super collaborative and multicultural team. We think locally, but we act globally. We guarantee smiles and a positive working attitude.
Application process All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV in English. Apply online on our page Current Vacancies at www.drc.ngo. Closing date for applications: Sun 31 Jan 2026 DRC encourages all applicants to apply. DRC provides equal opportunity in employment and prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, nationality, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability.
Further information Should you have any questions regarding the vacancy, please contact: Anastasios Graikos, Head of the Operational Finance Division, FRISC, anastasios.graikos@drc.ngo For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo DRC as an employer By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 6500 employees in around 35 countries.
We pride ourselves on our: Professionalism, impact & expertise Humanitarian approach & the work we do Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution Culture, values & strong leadership Fair compensation & continuous development DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process. If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport. Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes.We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
Tip a friend Print APPLY FOR POSITION Application due: 1/31/2026 Workplace: Copenhagen Department/Country: Finance (HQ) Contract type: National contract Homepage: drc.ngo ABOUT DRC Founded in 1956, DRC Danish Refugee Council is Denmark’s largest, and a leading international NGO.
We have continuously been ranked as one of the best NGOs in the world - and are one of the few with a specific expertise in forced displacement. In around 35 countries, we protect, advocate and build sustainable futures for refugees and other displacement-affected people and communities.