Treasury & International Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) Team Leader

What we doThe International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.PurposeThe Treasury & IRSP Team Leader provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of both Treasury and International Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) activities within the Financial Shared Services (FSS). The role ensures compliance with internal policies, accurate financial execution, and effective coordination with Geneva Treasury and HR teams to support global financial operations and employee benefits administration.Accountabilities & functional responsibilitiesLeadership and ManagementLead, coach, and develop the Treasury and IRSP teams, ensuring clear goals and performance expectations.Drive continuous process improvements, efficiency initiatives, and KPI achievement.Oversee the review and maintenance of the Statement of Work (SoW) and ensure alignment with service delivery standards.Manage issue resolution and escalation with HQ and key stakeholders.Coordinate audits and compliance reviews, ensuring adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.Support recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning for Treasury and IRSP functions.Treasury OperationsOversee management of FX exposure, interest-rate, credit, and liquidity risks and non-accounting insurance activities.Supervise cash flow forecasting, ensuring adequate liquidity to meet operational and IRSP payment needs.Maintain relationships with custodians, asset managers, and other financial institutions.Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end closings and compliance with reporting standards.Support financial and regulatory reporting and oversee back-office payment operations to maintain secure and efficient processes.Reviews and manages FX exposure, interest-rate, credit, liquidity risks and non-accounting insurance activities.IRSP AdministrationOversee the preparation and review of financial reports, account reconciliations, and benefit disbursements.Ensure accurate tracking of members' contributions, withdrawals, and benefits in line with IRSP guidelines.Collaborate with Treasury, and HR Admin teams to ensure a coordinated approach to IRSP management.Lead the development and updating of IRSP procedures in response to organizational or regulatory changes.Qualifications and ExperienceUniversity degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; professional certification (CPA, CFA, or equivalent) is an advantage.Minimum 5 years of experience in treasury, financial operations, or benefits administration, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.Strong knowledge of cash management, FX, and investment operations, as well as employee benefits accounting.Experience in a Front Office / Back Office / Treasury ReportingFamiliarity with Treasury systems (Coupa, Anaplan, Asset Wizard)Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and drive process improvement initiatives.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.Qualified applicants are requested to submit their comprehensive resume and motivation letter (a must) to: Deadline of application: 15 November 2025Only short-listed candidates will be notified. Our valuesAt the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.ICRC is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from qualified candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour or ethnic and national origins, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. Location: Manila Shared Services Centre (MSC) Job Family: Administration / Finance / Human Resources Contract Type: Open-ended contract Title: Treasury & International Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) Team LeaderNull Job Specific Details How to Apply? Before applying, make sure to read the pre requisitesAll ICRC careers events >