Job Details:

• Organization: Yemen Red Crescent Society “YRCS” – Hodeidah Branch 
• Job Title: Cashier
• Duty Station: Hodeidah Governorate
• Reporting To: Finance Officer
• Duration of Assignment: 9 Months with possibility of extension 
• Terms of employment: Employment is full time according to YRCS guidelines 
• Application Deadline: 23/04/2026

Organizational Context

The Yemen Red Crescent Society (YRCS) is a humanitarian organization established by Republican Decree No. (15) of 1970. The northern and southern branches of the YRCS were unified in 1993 into a single national society. It was recognized by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in 1982 and joined the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement the same year.
YRCS operates across all governorates of Yemen and enjoys unique and widespread community acceptance for delivering humanitarian services to the most vulnerable. Its humanitarian approach aims to build community resilience during and after disasters. With support from international partners and local communities, YRCS has strengthened its core functions and operational capacity to improve efficiency and deliver effective humanitarian and relief operations throughout Yemen.

Role Summary

Cashier manages petty cash and field-level cash transactions, maintains accurate financial records, and ensures compliance with organizational cash handling procedures. The role supports timely payments for program activities, assists with reconciliations, and provides transparent documentation for finance and audit purposes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Cash Handling and Disbursement

• Verify approved payment requests, calculate totals, and prepare cash floats according to authorization limits.
• Disburse cash to beneficiaries, vendors, and staff following approval workflows; obtain signatures and identification where required.
• Provide official receipts for every transaction, ensure receipts are complete and legible.
• Maintain the cash box or safe, follow dual custody procedures when required, and ensure cash is never left unattended.
• Manage petty cash advances and replenishments, track petty cash usage, and request replenishment with supporting vouchers.

Record Keeping and Reconciliation

• Record all transactions in the cashbook or electronic ledger at the time of payment and reconcile totals at the end of each day.
• Ensure every payment has a corresponding voucher, invoice, or receipt; file supporting documents in an organized and auditable manner.
• Reconcile cash on hand with cashbook balances daily and prepare periodic reconciliations for review by finance officer.
• Identify and document discrepancies, investigate causes with relevant staff, and propose corrective actions for approval.

Reporting and Compliance

• Submit daily and weekly cash reports to the finance officer, including summaries of disbursements, outstanding advances, and cash balances.
• Follow internal control procedures, segregation of duties, and donor financial rules; refuse unauthorized requests and escalate suspicious transactions.
• Provide complete documentation and explanations during internal and external audits and implement agreed corrective actions.
• Alert finance management to gaps in cash handling procedures and suggest practical improvements.

Customer Service and Confidentiality

• Serve beneficiaries and staff courteously during payments, explain payment procedures clearly, and manage queues efficiently.
• Handle beneficiary financial information discreetly and ensure confidentiality of sensitive documents.
• Record and escalate payment complaints or disputes and follow up to ensure timely resolution.

Cash Controls and Security Procedures

• Coordinate secure transport of cash between office and field sites with authorized escorts and documented handovers.
• Ensure cash is counted in secure locations, use tamper-evident bags when required, and log all handovers with signatures.
• Follow emergency cash loss procedures, report incidents immediately, and assist investigations.

Support to Finance and Program Teams

• Provide field-level expenditure trends and petty cash usage data to inform budget monitoring.
• Orient new staff on basic cash procedures and support refresher briefings for project teams.
• Support finance with data entry, photocopying of financial documents, and preparation of payment batches when needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma or degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years in cashier, finance support, or bookkeeping roles; prior experience in humanitarian or field operations is an advantage.
• Proficiency with basic accounting principles, cash reconciliation, and use of Excel or simple accounting software.
• Familiarity with petty cash procedures, voucher systems, and donor cash handling requirements is desirable.
• Training in cash handling, anti-fraud awareness, or basic accounting is an asset.
• Fluent in Arabic; and good command of English.

Competencies and Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrates high integrity, honesty, and reliability in handling cash and confidential information.
• Meticulous in recording transactions, reconciling balances, and maintaining supporting documentation.
• Able to maintain orderly filing systems, manage multiple payment requests, and meet reporting deadlines.
• Clear and courteous communicator with beneficiaries, vendors, and colleagues; able to explain procedures simply.
• Remains calm and accurate under pressure during busy distributions or when resolving discrepancies.
• Cooperative and supportive team member who liaises effectively with finance, program, and logistics staff.
• Proactive in identifying causes of discrepancies and suggesting practical corrective measures.
• Strong commitment to following policies, internal controls, and safeguarding principles.
• Flexible to changing schedules, emergency cash needs, and field conditions.