Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries

Accountabilities and MAIN WORK ACTIVITIES

·       Ensure minimum cash balance is available for the normal functioning of the office at Program area level.

·       Avail all cash request of the sub office and pay without any significant delay to the intended purpose as per the Program officers & Program coordinators request.

·       Check all financial documents are reviewed and approved before payments are effected.

·       Replenish all documents on time so that the organization record shows up to date balance.

·       Deposit all collected cash within a week to the organization account.

·       Follow and pay all sub office’s cash commitment are paid on time e.g. telephone, electric, & water bills.

·       Keep records of all amount paid, received and reconcile cash balance with records every working day.

·       Report all cash shortage/ overage and all unpaid vouchers of more than reasonable time.

·       Support the Program Area Finance Officer in paying tax issues to the relevant tax authority.

·       Conduct monthly summery of pension, Income tax and withholding tax and submitted to the finance officer to facilitate the payment

·       Prepare check payment to suppliers and staffs on time.

·       Keep filling systems in which documents could be readily available, easily traced and ensure that all documents fulfil the appropriate source documents

·       Support other staffs on finance related issue

·       Support the Program Area Finance Officer in Audit Facilitation.

·       Others as need arise and instructed by immediate supervisor

Job Requirements

Qualifications/ experience essential:

·       Diploma or Degree in Accounting, finance and Business management with at least 2 years or 1 year of relevant experience respectively.

·       NGO experience is plus.

·       Safety issues in cash management.

·       Best way of handling transaction.

·       Bookkeeping and interpersonal skill.

·       Basic computer skill to process various document settlements like Excel.

·       Ample knowledge of currency denominations and counting.

·       Advanced computer skills, especially in Excel, Word and use of email.

·       S/he must be committed and willing to work under stress environment and should perform tasks independently.

 Qualifications / experience desirable:

·       Safety issues in cash management.

·       Best way of handling transaction.

·       Bookkeeping and interpersonal skill.

·       Basic computer skill to process various document settlements like Excel.

·       Ample knowledge of currency denominations and counting.

·       Advanced computer skills, especially in Excel, Word and use of email

·       Ability to communicate at all levels, & in difficult circumstances,

·       Ability to work under pressure within a diverse team of people, and be dynamic, tenacious, and committed

·       Multi-cultural who respect and treat various peoples coming for her/his service.

·       Honesty.

·       Polite and courtesy and consider his/herself as a team member.

·       Very good written & spoken English;

·       Very good communication skills with all level of staff

·       Willing to travel to field sites.

·       High commitment to confidentiality

·       Gender sensitivity

How to Apply

The closing date for the application is December 09, 2022. Qualified candidates should submit their application with the links provided below. THIS LINK

This position is only open to Ethiopian Nationals, who must be eligible to live and work in Ethiopia.

Please note that: 

·       Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

·       We are not accepting CVs that are not sent through the indicated links.

·       Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

·       Female candidates are highly encouraged to Apply

More information about Plan International can be found on http:// plan-international.org

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all persons meeting the skills and experience required.

As an international child centered community development organisation, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realization of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.