Cost and Operations Specialist

At Education Above All (EAA) , finance powers our mission to transform education and communities. We are seeking a Cost and Operations Specialist [Qatari National] to support our global education initiatives through smart financial oversight.

About the Role

The Specialist ensures accurate and timely analysis of financial reports submitted by partners and monitors adherence to agreements, approved budgets, and internal processes. The role also oversees program’s budget and produces financial management reports to support leadership decision-making. Beyond financial accuracy, the Specialist plays a key role in ensuring resources are used effectively to maximize educational impact.

This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with international partners, contribute to global education and development initiatives, and strengthen EAA’s ability to deliver sustainable results.

What You’ll Do

• Review and analyze partner financial reports, conduct cost variance assessments, and interpret financial data to evaluate past performance and project future trends.
• Verify payment requests against supporting documentation before submission to EAA’s Finance Department.
• Monitor partner and EAC’s projects budgets to ensure compliance with agreements and allocations and provide regular performance insights to EAC leadership.
• Evaluate project budget formulations and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness and deliver value for money.
• Review proposal budgets and benchmark costs against historical data, organizational standards, and market rates to ensure accuracy, compliance, and cost-effectiveness as applicable.
• Participate in proposal review committees (as and when required) and provide expert analysis and recommendations on projects budgets.
• Collaborate with EAC and other EAA program teams to provide legal, financial, operational, and communication support for EAC projects, as required by EAC/EAA management.
• Prepare financial management reports, including cash flow and budget forecasts, to support senior leadership in effective decision-making
• Uphold high standards of confidentiality to safeguard commercially sensitive information and ensure sound financial governance.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant full-time experience in financial analysis, budget monitoring, or project finance.
• Proven ability in financial reporting, cost analysis, and budget evaluation; proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with strong analytical and reporting skills.
• High attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Integrity, discretion, and ability to thrive in a collaborative, multicultural environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in Arabic & English.

What We Offer

More than a job an opportunity to grow your career while making a global impact

• Career growth and professional development.
• International exposure with NGOs, UN Agencies, governments, and global institutions.
• A mission-driven culture dedicated to empowering children and communities.

How to Apply

This role is open to Qatari Nationals only. Interested candidates should send their CV to career@eaa.org.qa with the subject line: Cost and Operations Specialist – [Your Name]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, we regret that your application has not been successful.

We wish you the best of luck.

EAA Recruitment Team