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Finance Manager

Agency: IsDB/ISFD/GPE
Deadline: 27 August 2025 г.

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION OF THE KYRGYZ REPUBLIC

Joint IsDB/ISFD/GPE SmartED Project in the Kyrgyz Republic

The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic hereby invites qualified individuals to apply for the position of Finance Manager for the Joint Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) / Islamic Solidarity Fund for Development (ISFD) / Global Partnership for Education (GPE) SmartED Project.

Project Background

The Government of the Kyrgyz Republic has received financing from IsDB, ISFD, and GPE to implement the SmartED Project, which aims to improve equitable access to quality inclusive education infrastructure and enhance teaching and learning outcomes across the country. The Project includes civil works, procurement of digital equipment and teaching-learning materials, and capacity building for inclusive education and competency-based curriculum implementation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • University degree in finance, accounting, economics, business administration, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or similar) is an asset;
  • At least 7 years of experience in financial management, preferably on donor-funded projects;
  • Familiarity with Islamic Development Bank or other multilateral development bank financial policies is strongly preferred;
  • Good understanding of Kyrgyz accounting, taxation, and financial reporting regulations;
  • Demonstrated experience in preparation of IFRs, disbursement requests, and audit facilitation;
  • Proficiency in financial software (e.g., 1C, Excel) and strong computer literacy;
  • Fluency in Russian is required; working knowledge of English and Kyrgyz is an asset.

Terms of reference

Selection Process: The selection of the consultant will be carried out in accordance with the procurement procedures of the Islamic Development Bank.

Interested candidates should submit their CV in Russian and English, indicating the contact phone number and the position title, no later than 17:00 on August 27, 2025, to: 22A Manas Ave., office 208, Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic or via e-mail: bshabralieva@gmail.com

Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.