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JOB TITLE: Project Finance Officer (2)- FSD

REPORTS TO: FSD Program Field Coordinator at Negelle / Deputy Coordinator at Bale Robe

REPORTING TO POSTHOLDER: Cashier/Accountant

LOCATION: Negelle Borana and Bale Robe

DURATION & HOURS: up to 31 December 2025 with 60 work days probationary period

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The field Finance Officer position is part of Finance department at field offices directly reporting to Project Coordinator and has matrix reporting relation with HoF. The finance officer will ensure smooth running of the project office finance function including financial control, processing payments, The Officer will administer financial resources including annual budgeting and actual reports.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Finance

  • Verify pre and post financial transactions at field office level (for completeness, accuracy, availability of budget, ensuring compliances), and submit to Senior Project Finance Officer at CO
  • Prepare cash books on time with quality, and submit to the Senior Project Finance Officer
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliation on time and with quality, and submit to the FM-CO.
  • Liaising with banks for all finance matters
  • Follow up on the timely settlement of staff advances by closely working  with Senior Finance Officer-CO and report to the CO  advances long overdue
  • Support the PC/Team Leader at FO in preparing monthly cash forecast & transfer request ensuring accuracy & timeliness
  • Review the detail of BMRs together with PC/Team Leader at FO, communicate any adjustments on a timely manner, ensure the availability of budget for any transaction ahead; and advice the PC/Team Leader at FO on timely utilization of budgets
  • Ensure all relevant staff members of field office are informed of donor requirements; and work closely with program and other support functions to ensure compliance 

These essential functions are not to be interpreted as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related duties as required. All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.

Job Requirements

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

Desirable

Education, qualifications & other knowledge

BA or above in Accounting or related fields

Training on financial application systems such as SUN, Peachtree

Knowledge of employment legislation in Ethiopia

Good understanding and firm belief in gender equality and issues in rural communities

Experience

At least four years relevant experience in Finance role with similar responsibilities in an NGO or private enterprise

Previous INGO work experience in rural areas

Skills & abilities

Skills in budgeting and maintaining accountsSkills in financial application systems
Strong computer skills and experience working with accounting software

 

Computer literacy, excellent record keeping and report writing

 

Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

 

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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Good team building skills and the ability to work in a multi partner approach

Strong analytical, organisational and IT skills

Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision, prioritize tasks and to take initiative

Strong sense of integrity and personal commitment to the goals and values of Farm Africa

Skills in working as part of a team

 

Our Values

Investing in smallholder farming is the number one way to combat poverty in rural Africa. Farm Africa is a leading NGO specialising in growing agriculture, protecting the environment and developing businesses in rural Africa.

EXPERT: Expertise and insightful evidence-based solutions are at the heart of everything Farm Africa does.

GROUNDED: Our teams and partners work closely with local communities, engaging them in every level of decision-making.

IMPACTFUL: We deliver long lasting change for farmers, their families, and the environments they live in.

BOLD: We model innovative approaches and are not afraid to challenge strategies that are failing.

Those who meet the above requirements should submit their short CV (maximum of 4 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 1 page) addressing  [email protected] with the subject Project Finance Officer (2)- FSD by 3 July 2022.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Farm Africa is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Farm Africa does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. (E.g. Application, interview, meeting, processing, training or any other fees).

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