We are a global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition, living and working together for a just, peaceful, and reconciled world.  LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.

LWF World Service Ethiopia is a registered foreign charity which has been operating in Ethiopia since 1973 implementing various development and humanitarian projects in different parts of Ethiopia. 

LWF World Service Ethiopia works closely with the Ethiopian Evangelical Church Mekane Yesus (EECMY), the Ethiopian Government, UN organizations and other funding partners. Its thematic areas include the promotion of food security and sustainable livelihood, sustainable natural resources management, emergency preparedness, response and rehabilitation, and capacity building. 

A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community-based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.

LWF Safeguarding commitment

LWF-WS has zero tolerance for all forms of abuse of power, sexual exploitation, fraud and corruption, physical and psychological abuse, and criminal offences. Exploitation or abuse of children by LWF-WS personnel will result in criminal, civil, and disciplinary actions, including termination of employment. LWF-WS works to reduce the risks of child abuse and exploitation associated with delivering LWF-WS, or LWF-WS-funded activities, including training.

Main Duties and Responsibilities of the Position Holder:

Leadership

• Provide leadership to ensures efficient financial management of the program activities and administration, and ensures that the financial transactions are conducted in accordance with the relevant LWF priorities and procedures;

• Assists the Regional Coordinator in the overall Supervision of the project financial activities and ensures that the daily routines are carried out smoothly and ensure mutual accountability.

Program management

• Together with the Regional Coordinator, support finance policies, priorities, procedures and guidelines for all the LWF programs in the Amhara region.

• Prepare regular fund requests together with the program staffs based on the planned activities.

• Ensure that LWF Procurement Procedures are followed and relevant financial documents, such as purchase requisitions, proforma invoice, purchase order, and Goods receiving Notes are properly raised.

• Participate in the preparation of periodic working budgets jointly with the program staffs.

• See to it that adequate stock of supplies is requested on time and maintained in accordance to LWF policy.

• Facilitate preparation of timely and accurate finance reports for the various projects in accordance to LWF and donor regulations.

• Code all disbursements and receipts according to LWF/ET procedure.

• Make sure that all disbursements are summarized according to the cost centers and account codes.

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all financial statements before they are sent to the Head Office.

• Control and assist the Secretary/Cashier in the day-to-day management of petty cash and other financial responsibilities. Makes surprise cash counts and reports to the Regional Coordinator.

• Prepare monthly bank reconciliation statements and share with Finance Manager.

• Supervise the Store Keepers and see to it that appropriate store procedures are strictly adhered to in accordance with LWF procedures.

• Make sure that all project fixed assets are registered properly in accordance with LWF procedures.

• Prepare monthly Payroll/Pay Sheet for Casual workers if any, based on the approved attendance and other relevant documents in consultation with the Team Leader.

• Together with the Regional Coordinator and other staffs, ensure that all purchases and disbursements in regard to budgetary provisions and stipulations are in line with the allocated budget lines. 

• Make sure that all necessary and appropriate taxes are deducted and paid to the concerned Tax Authority Offices on time

• Work with program staffs in development of funding proposals in accordance to LWF policy and donor requirements.

• Ensures close and complementary working relations of finance and program units;

• Acts as the direct supervisor of finance staffs in Amhara region

• Ensures that new staff are provided with thorough orientation to the LWF’s priorities and guiding principles as a humanitarian organization, the LWF field program and the project to which they are assigned;

• Reviews training needs of staff involved in finances.

• Work with Regional Coordinator to design and carry appropriate finance related trainings for staffs.

• Perform other duties in line with his responsibilities as may be assigned to him by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Masters or BA in Accounting, Accounting Finance, Finance, & related field of studies

• For Master’s degree 2 years and for BA degree 5 years

• Good knowledge of accounting software such as ACCPAC and Excel.

Key competencies:

• Strong communication skill in English (written and oral)

• Ability to interact with people.

• Interested to work under pressure and in harsh environment

• Previous related experience in NGO setup is an advantage

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirement can send ONLY detailed C.V and application letter through THIS LINK. 

Women are encouraged to apply and only short-listed applicants will be contacted.