George Jila

George Jila is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in financial management and accounting across various international organizations. Currently serving as Associate Director of Finances and Accounting at HIAS since December 2021, George has previously held significant positions such as Project Accounting Manager at ACDI/VOCA and Associate Accounting Director at Heartland Alliance International, overseeing substantial budgets including $31 million in US grants. With a robust background that includes roles as Head of Finance Departments at Action Against Hunger and Doctors of World Belgium, along with experience at Irish Red Cross, Lawyers without Borders Belgium, Oxfam, War Child UK, and the Protestant Church of Djibouti, George possesses a strong expertise in financial reporting, grant management, and administrative oversight in diverse settings.