Finance and Administrative Assistant at FHI 360 - Jigawa

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world. Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.

We seek qualified candidates for the position of

Position Title: Finance and Administrative Assistant
Req ID: 3694
Location: Jigawa State
Supervisor: Senior Finance and Administrative Officer

Job Description
Basic Function:

• Under the direction of the Senior SFAO, the State Finance and Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the provision of accounting, administrative, and logistical support services to the state office.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly financial report forms which accompany executed sub project documents.
• Prepare monthly reporting/ budgets data entry into excel spreadsheets and automated MIS reports and disseminate information to country office.
• Assists the SSFAO in arranging travel logistics for state office staff, consultants and training participants including hotel reservations and where required, arranging airport and hotel pick-ups.
• Handles all photocopying assignments, development and printing of photographs including reproduction of recorded videotapes for the zonal office.
• Assists the SSFAO in the provision of logistic support for workshops and trainings.
• Assists the SSFAO in the maintenance of an efficient records/storage of all office supplies.
• Serves as point of contact for logistical and administrative needs in the office.
• Coordinates all administrative and secretarial support services for the state office (as relevant).
• Records minutes of staff meetings and circulates same amongst the staff of the state.
• Assists with production of presentation materials for staff members.
• Act as a receptionist: answers the telephones in an appropriate, clear and friendly manner, takes and relays messages or forwards calls, greets and directs office visitors, receives/sends correspondence, keeps fax log and any correspondence.
• Perform office equipment tasks such as making needed arrangement for services for telephone and e-mail, obtaining quotations for required services, arranging for repairs of office equipment.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general office practices and administrative procedures.
• Report to supervisor on variances and status on regular basis.
• Resourceful in gathering and providing information.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and monitoring.
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and organization skills.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors and recipients of assistance.
• Well developed computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft office products.
• Typing skills.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or Business administration
• Experience with administrative and secretarial skills
• Sound accounting skills
• Experience with large complex organization is required, familiarity with international NGOs preferred

Disclaimer:

• FHI 360 does not charge candidates a fee for a test or interview

Application Closing Date
18th April, 2013

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should
Click here to apply online