About Editors’ Guild of Ethiopia (EGE)

Editors' Guild of Ethiopia (EGE), established on October 29, 2019, and registered under FDRE Agency for Civil Society Organizations (No. 4527), addresses a critical gap in Ethiopia’s media landscape by representing the often-overlooked gatekeepers of media houses, who remain vulnerable to threats despite their frontline roles. With 108 members from diverse media platforms and ownership models - spanning print, broadcast, and digital across private, government, and community sectors - EGE champions press freedom, journalistic integrity, and ethical standards. Guided by a vision to foster a democratic and public-interest-driven media landscape, EGE actively monitors threats to journalists and media houses via its sojethiopia.org portal, while spearheading capacity-building programs and equipping news editors on public awareness campaigns on gender equality, peace, and climate action in Ethiopia. Its initiatives include enhancing professional practices, safeguarding journalists’ safety, and mobilizing media gatekeepers to address critical societal issues. Through these efforts, EGE remains a cornerstone for resilience and progress within Ethiopia's media sector.

Position Summary  

The Project Accountant will play a critical role in ensuring sound financial management and accountability within the Consortium for the Safety of Journalists in Ethiopia (CSoJ) initiative, implemented under the auspices of the Editors' Guild of Ethiopia (EGE). This position is primarily responsible for supporting financial planning, budget monitoring, expenditure tracking, and timely reporting in line with donor requirements and specific project agreements.  
The Project Accountant will work closely with project coordinators, the finance team, and consortium partners to maintain accurate financial records, reconcile project budgets, and ensure that all financial activities comply with organizational policies, donor regulations, and applicable laws. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial management, excellent documentation and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
This is a nine-month contractual position, tied to the implementation period of targeted projects under EGE’s current grant agreements.

 Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and revision of project budgets in collaboration with program teams and partners.  

• Ensure budget forecasts align with project objectives and donor compliance requirements.

• Monitor and track expenditures against approved budgets for multiple project activities.  

• Maintain real-time budget vs. actual reports and flag variances to the project manager and finance lead.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for internal use and donor submission.  

• Compile financial documentation to support all reported expenses and ensure they meet donor and audit standards.

• Maintain a well-organized filing system for all project financial documents, including invoices, receipts, payment vouchers, and partner disbursements.  

• Ensure documentation is audit-ready and complies with EGE’s and donor requirements.

• Ensure all financial transactions adhere to donor rules, project agreements, and national financial regulations.  

• Support both internal and external audits by providing relevant financial data and explanations.

• Monitor project cash flows and ensure timely fund requests and disbursements to partners and vendors.  

• Support the preparation of fund reconciliation statements and bank reconciliations.

• Liaise with program teams, consortium members, and the finance unit to resolve financial queries.  

• Provide financial guidance to project staff and partners as needed.

• Contribute to the improvement of financial systems and processes for project delivery.  

• Assist in building the financial literacy and capacity of project staff and local partners when necessary.

Organization: Editors’ Guild of Ethiopia (EGE)

Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Type of Employment: Contract (9 months, with possibility of extension based on performance and funding)

Reports to: Executive Director and Finance Manager

Deadline for Application: 10 Days from Announcement

Number of Positions: One 

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields.

• Minimum of 5 years’ work experience in financial management, preferably with projects, NGOs, civil society organizations, or media-related projects.

• Strong understanding of project-based accounting, budget tracking, and donor compliance.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Peachtree, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.

• Familiarity with Ethiopian tax laws and reporting procedures (VAT, withholding tax, pension, etc.).

• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

• Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Amharic

• Experience with donor-funded project reporting.

• Understanding of the media or non-profit sector in Ethiopia.

• Knowledge of procurement and logistics practices.

Competencies

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Strong integrity and commitment to financial transparency.

• Good interpersonal skills and team spirit.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should send the following documents to careers@editorsguild.org with the subject line: ‘Application for Project Accountant’ 

A cover letter (maximum 1 page)

Updated CV 

Names and contact details of two professional references

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.