Future Hopes Integrated Development Organization (FHIDO) is an indigenous, non-governmental, non-profit, secular, legally registered organization working to building self-reliant and self-sufficient generation in Ethiopia through comprehensive and sustainable development approach. The organization is operational in Addis Ababa City administration, Oromiya, Tigray , Amhara, South Ethiopia and Afar regions.

FHIDO is excited to announce a compelling opportunity for skilled and passionate individuals to join us in our mission to make a difference through the "Bridging the Gap: Enhancing Access to Emergency Obstetric and Neonatal Care (EmONC) in Rural Ethiopia" project. This vital initiative, carried out in partnership with the esteemed Core Group Small Grants for Scaled Impact (SGSI), targets the underserved regions of Tigray and Afar. We invite you to apply for the following position and be part of a transformative effort that will significantly improve maternal and neonatal health in these communities.

Position: - Grant Officer    

Main Duties 

The grant officer plays a key role in ensuring effective and sound financial management is placed in the organization and at project level. Responsible to make sure that the highest standards of financial record keeping and reporting to be maintained as per FHIDO and donors’ requirements. Ensure proper internal control is maintained and compliance of internal policies and procedures, donor and applicable government rules and regulations. The grant officer will report hierarchically to the Finance and Admin Director and a supervisory role over other finance staffs.

Number of positions: one 

Salary:  As per the Organization scale

Term of employment:  The terms of employment for the position is one-year contract with possible extension based on proven performance and availability of fund. 

Place of work:    Addis Ababa

Job Requirements

Required Qualification: - MBA/ BA degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration. 

Work Experience: - 6 years for BA & 4 years for MA degree, NGO experience as a grant officer is mandatory.

Major skills required: 

• Practical experience in using a wide range of accounting software including Excel, Peachtree and quick book MS Dynamics, MS-Word and MS-Excel and other applications.

• Experience with financial analysis and reporting and able to perform financial analysis from complex data.

• Proven expertise with different donors such as USG/UN/WFP/Private donors’ rules and regulation on Procurement and Financial Management

• Must have a proven knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, IPSAS and a practical knowledge of financial systems and internal controls.

• Proven ability to manage, motivate and mentor staff and create a positive team environment and has team building skills

• Excellent managerial, supervisory, report writing and interpersonal skills. 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and demanding timeframes

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Must possess excellent spoken and written English language skills 

How To Apply

Interested applicants should submit non-returnable application together with CV and copies of testimonials to Future Hopes Integrated Development organization within 7 consecutive days of this announcement.

Future Hopes Integrated Development organization/FHIDO/

P.O.Box 25887

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Or

Through email: sec@fhid.org

In person at our Head Quarter, during working hours located at Yohans Church adjacent to the Addis Hospital and Abet Hospital. 

 NB: Only short listed applicants will be communicated. 

“Women and individuals with experience of voluntarism are highly encouraged to apply”