Asma Ben Amor

Senior Finance Leader with 16+ years of international experience managing finance, grants, compliance, and operational support across humanitarian and development programmes in Africa, the Middle East, and North Africa. Extensive expertise in multi-country financial management, budgeting, forecasting, donor compliance, audit coordination, treasury, and internal controls. Proven track record of leading finance teams, managing portfolios exceeding USD 50 million, and supporting Senior Management Teams in complex and emergency settings.

Strong knowledge of EU, ECHO, BHA, USAID, UN, BMZ, SDC, and other institutional donor regulations

Senior Finance & Compliance Consultant at Sustainet Group Ltd (2026-02 – 2026-08)

Led financial governance, compliance and organizational capacity assessments for 16 Sudanese civil society organizations, with assignments and coordination across Sudan, Kampala, Kigali and Nairobi; assessed financial management, internal controls, budgeting, donor compliance and operational systems, and developed risk mitigation measures and technical assistance roadmaps.

Regional Finance Manager at Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) (2025-08 – 2026-03)

Led financial management for regional education and refugee protection programmes funded by the European Union, BMZ, UNICEF, UNHCR and Alboan. Managed budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and cash flow across multiple country operations. Strengthened internal controls and financial risk management to ensure compliance with donor and organizational policies.

Provided strategic financial advice to regional leadership, supporting programme implementation and effective resource allocation.Supervised finance staff and contributed to improving financial planning and reporting processes.

Development Projects Financial & Administrative Consultant (2024-10 – 2025-07)

Provided financial management and administrative support to development projects in the health and SRHR sectors. Designed financial monitoring tools to improve budget tracking and expenditure control. Supported civil society organizations in strengthening financial management, governance and donor compliance.

Prepared financial reports, budgets and administrative documentation in accordance with donor requirements. Delivered technical advice and capacity building on financial procedures and internal controls.

Finance Monitoring Manager (International Staff) at COOPI (2024-04 – 2024-09)

Managed financial oversight for five operational bases implementing humanitarian programmes funded by BHA, UNHCR and SDC. Supervised a finance department of 25 staff, ensuring timely financial reporting and budget monitoring. Led financial monitoring, variance analysis and compliance reviews across multiple projects.

Coordinated internal audits and strengthened financial controls to mitigate operational risks. Supported the Senior Management Team with financial analysis and strategic decision-making.

Regional Finance & Operations Director (SMT Member) at Bahar Organization (2023-05 – 2024-02)

Directed financial and operational management for a regional portfolio exceeding USD 50 million across three countries. Led a multicultural finance team of more than 30 staff supporting emergency and development programmes. Managed donor compliance for USAID, ECHO, UN agencies and other institutional donors.

Oversaw regional budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting and treasury management. Strengthened internal controls, harmonized financial procedures and coordinated external audits across country offices.Provided strategic financial leadership as a member of the Senior Management Team.

Finance Manager (International Staff) at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF OCA) (2021-09 – 2022-12)

Directed all financial operations for emergency medical programmes in a complex humanitarian context. Managed budgeting, financial reporting, treasury, cash management and statutory compliance. Ensured compliance with MSF financial policies and donor requirements while maintaining strong internal controls.

Coordinated monthly and annual financial closing, account reconciliations and financial analysis. Supervised and coached national finance staff while supporting programme managers in budget monitoring and financial decision-making.

Senior Project Finance Analyst at UNFPA (2020-08 – 2021-08)

Managed financial planning, budgeting and expenditure monitoring for reproductive health and development programmes. Prepared financial analyses, donor reports and management dashboards to support strategic decision-making. Monitored project budgets, forecasts and resource utilization under Results-Based Budgeting (RBB).

Ensured compliance with UN financial rules, regulations and internal control procedures. Worked closely with programme teams to improve financial performance and budget implementation.

Finance & Accountancy Manager at Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) (2020-01 – 2020-07)

Managed financial operations supporting programmes in Tunisia, Libya and Marseille. Led budgeting, financial reporting, forecasting and donor compliance activities. Coordinated audits and strengthened financial controls across multiple operational projects. Supported programme managers with financial planning and budget monitoring.

Finance & Administration Manager at Rosa Luxemburg Foundation (2018-04 – 2019-12)

Managed Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Logistics and Administration functions. Prepared organizational budgets, financial reports and cash flow forecasts. Coordinated internal and external audits and ensured compliance with organizational policies. Improved administrative procedures and strengthened financial governance. Supervised support teams and contributed to organizational planning and operational efficiency.

Senior Finance Manager at CILG – VNG International (2014-11 – 2018-02)

Managed financial operations for regional governance and development programmes across the MENA region.Developed annual budgets, financial forecasts and donor financial reports.Ensured compliance with EU, USAID and other institutional donor requirements.Strengthened internal controls, financial procedures and reporting systems.Delivered financial training and capacity building to regional partners and project teams.

Senior Accountant at MGI Coutier (2011-10 – 2014-10)

Managed accounting activities for multinational automotive clients.Prepared financial statements, VAT declarations, account reconciliations and statutory reports.Ensured compliance with accounting standards and corporate financial procedures.Served as the primary financial contact for assigned client portfolios.

Senior Client Accountant at CFA (2010-06 – 2011-08)

Performed accounting reviews, financial analyses and internal control assessments.Prepared financial statements and management reports.Supported audit assignments and regulatory compliance activities.

Finance Officer at Omega Traitement et Services (2010-03 – 2010-05)

Managed cash transactions, bank reconciliations and accounts receivable.Assisted in preparing monthly financial reports and statutory accounting records.

Accountant at Crown Cork & Seal Company (2009-12 – 2010-02)

Performed inventory and fixed asset reconciliations.Supported month-end closing and financial reporting activities.

Mini MBA (Online) – IBMI Berlin (2025)

Master's Degree in Accounting – University of Tunis El Manar (2011)

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (2009)