Finance Specialist, Europe

 

Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) is a global leader in the protection of unaccompanied and separated children who are forcibly displaced from their countries of origin. Launched in 2008, KIND champions a world in which every child’s rights and well-being are protected throughout their journey to safety. 

 

Building on its extensive programming and successful model in the United States, KIND is expanding in the Americas and Europe to bring its experience to bear in working with unaccompanied and separated children. Our work focuses on addressing the legal and mental health needs of this population; building strong partnerships and engaging in training and capacity strengthening with governments, NGOs, and the private sector; and advocating for systemic and pragmatic reforms to advance the rights of unaccompanied and separated children.

 

Position Summary

KIND seeks a Finance Specialist, Europe to support financial management, budgeting, and reporting activities across KIND's European offices and programs. Based in Brussels, Belgium, this role will work closely with the Global Controller, the broader Awards Management, Budget and Contracts team and Europe program team to ensure accurate financial tracking, donor compliance, and sound financial practices across multiple European countries.

The incumbent is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-country environment. This role offers an opportunity to contribute directly to KIND's mission by ensuring financial integrity across our growing European presence.

This position is based in Brussels, Belgium and reports to the Global Controller.

The candidate must possess legal authorization to work in Belgium. 

This role is full-time, but we will consider candidates who are available part-time.  

Travel required within Europe with occasional international/overseas travel.