Organizational Context
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 191-member National Societies (NSs). The overall aim of IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by NSs with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.” IFRC works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during and after disasters, health emergencies and other crises.
IFRC is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (Movement), together with its member National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The work of IFRC is guided by the following fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality.
IFRC is led by its Secretary General, and has its Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The Headquarters are organized into three main Divisions: (i) National Society Development and Operations Coordination; (ii) Global Relations, Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization; and (iii) Management Policy, Strategy and Corporate Services.
IFRC has five regional offices in Africa, Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, Europe, and the Americas. IFRC also has country cluster delegations and country delegations throughout the world. Together, the Geneva Headquarters and the field structure (regional, cluster and country) comprise the IFRC Secretariat.
IFRC has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and other forms of harassment, abuse of authority, discrimination, and lack of integrity (including but not limited to financial misconduct). IFRC also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles.
Job PurposeThe Lebanese Red Cross (LRC), as the host National Society, leads humanitarian action in Lebanon. Multiple Partner National Societies (PNSs) operate using varied financial and operational systems.
RequirementsLRC has already initiated a mapping of partner systems and internal processes. However, in light of evolving international financial standards, compliance requirements, and localization priorities, there is a need to:
standards.
others do not).
This assignment will support strengthening financial governance, accountability, and host National Society leadership under the One Program Approach (OPA).
ObjectivesThe Consultant Will
priority, with linkages to HR, Logistics, and Procurement where relevant).
relevance to today’s operational and compliance environment.
Job Duties And ResponsibilitiesFinance & Accounting
requirements).
Comparative Partner Analysis
Cross-Functional LinkagesWhere Relevant, Assess How Financial Processes Interact With
Scope of WorkFinancial Systems Review (LRC)
Mapping Update and Validation
Comparative Analysis
Job Duties And Responsibilities (continued)Recommendations
Deliverables
Benchmarking against current international and Movement standards.
Validated and revised mapping of partner financial systems.
Including gap analysis and root causes.
Clear, prioritized actions for LRC and partners.
Key findings, comparisons, and strategic recommendations.6. Methodology
Phase Duration Key Activities
Education
Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
Experience
strengthening.
Knowledge, Skills and Languages
frameworks.
Competencies, Values and Comments
Submission
Resume, Technical and Financial proposals to be submitted by email addressed to: Hussein.shamas@ifrc.org by October 15, 2026.
Interviews may form part of the selection process, if necessary, after analysis of the technical and financial proposals.
Technical Proposal
Financial ProposalThe financial proposal should include all costs necessary for the consultant (including direct fees and reimbursable costs for expenses incurred) to effectively complete the tasks as per the TOR.
The table below is as a guide for costs in USD.
#Description Of CostsUnitRateAmountPreparatory Costs
Actual Consultancy costs
Other Costs – specify
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IFRC Disclaimer
IFRC has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and other forms of harassment, abuse of authority, discrimination, and lack of integrity (including but not limited to financial misconduct). IFRC also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles.
IFRC ensures equal employment opportunities!
