Ref No HAI /Prg /20/22 

Relations with Others: Reports and is accountable to Head of Finance and Operation, liaison and close working relationships with other Finance and support team and Programme staff as well as Country Director.

Background

HelpAge International helps older people claim their rights, challenge discrimination, and overcome poverty, so that they can lead dignified, secure, active, and healthy lives. Our work in over 75 countries is strengthened through our global network of like-minded organisations - the only one of its kind in the world.

Job purpose:

The Finance Officer, working closely with the Head of Finance and Operation and Country Director, is responsible for establishing and managing HelpAge International's financial and administrative systems; for financial monitoring and reporting; verify sub-contracting consultant contracts and Procurement contract procedures; and project and field office financial management. The Finance Officer coordinates and provides guidance to partner organisations to ensure consistent, effective, and efficient project finance management.

Grade: D

Department: Finance, HR & Support Services

Responsible To: Head of Finance and Operation

Job Requirements

Person Specification:

Educational background: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting. At least 3-5 years extensive experience in the management of bookkeeping and financial activities are required. For MSC/ MA degree minimum of 3 years’ experience is required.

Project management and peoples management Experience:

• 3 years’ experience in managing accounts and at least 1 year experience in INGOs is preferable ;
• Ability to close monthly accounts and ensure quality of work and follow up on spending; checking documents and filing; comply to local and donor requirements; adherence HAI to the financial and accounting policies, procedures and systems; adhere and implement HAI HR policies and procedures; past experience of collaborative partnerships with other organizations and work closely is required; providing technical support to others; good understanding of budget management and monitoring; strong communication, negotiation & representational skills and experience of managing & supporting partners; etc.

Behavioral Competencies:

This post call for a person who is result oriented; work as a team in line with organizational priorities and has a drive for high quality work; should have the ability to lead and work with others, communicate effectively and work under stressful environment. Having good analytical skill is a must and requires a person who is self-managed, committed, knowledgeable and confident.

Others:

This post requires a person who can engage and demonstrate on data analysis and interpretation; understanding issues of older persons; willingness and interest to work with a partner focused approach; excellent English skill and being computer literate (word processors, spreadsheet, database, statistical packages, etc.) and its use are the requirements. Preferably good knowledge of SUN system and VISION.

The job required someone having excellent command of English and Amharic both written and oral, Knowledge of statutory requirements of the country and planning and organization skills.

How to Apply

Indicate the vacancy reference No. and the post you are applying in subject line. 

Then attach the following.

• Current CV (not more than 4 pages) including three (3) professional referees.
• One page - cover letter highlighting job knowledge, qualification, and experience.
• Female meeting the minimum qualification and experience are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants who meet the minimum requirements are required to submit their non-returnable application by

email address: hr.eth@helpage.org