Finance and Administrative Officer at EngenderHealth Nigeria

EngenderHealth is a leading global women's health organization committed to ensuring that every pregnancy is planned, every child is wanted, and every mother has the best chance at survival. In 20 countries around the world, we train health care professionals and partner with governments and communities to make high-quality family planning and sexual and reproductive health services available - today and for generations to come.

EngenderHealth works worldwide to improve the lives of individuals by making reproductive health services safe, available, and sustainable. We provide technical assistance, training, and information, with a focus on practical solutions that improve services Where resources are scare. We believe that individuals have the right to make informed decisions about their reproductive health and to receive care that meets their needs. We work in partnership with governments, institutions, and health care professionals to make this a right a reality.

EngenderHealth is currently looking for quantified applicants to staff its Fistula Care Plus offices in Abuja and Sokoto. This position require excellent verbal and written English language:

Job Position: Finance and Administrative Officer

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Location: Sokoto
Reports to: Finance and Operations Manager, Fistula Care Plus, Abuja

Job Description

• Based in Sokoto, the Finance and Administrative Officer will work closely with other staff to ensure proper management of the office finance and administrative activities.

Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Finance and Operations Manager, the Finance and Administrative Officer will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Ensuring the use of efficient financial system as per the standard operating procedures of EngenderHealth and overseeing the overall office management of the field office.
• Ensure compliance of all financial transactions to local laws, donor regulations and internal policies, procedures and systems;
• Assist in budgets preparation and ensuring budget utilization within the available budget and work plan;
• Ensure timely processing & recording of all financial & administrative related payments & following up reimbursement requests; Custodianship of cash, checks, voucher pads, sensitive financial documents, etc.;
• Work with Admin. and Logistics Officer to ensure appropriate custody , management and inventory of organizational property.
• Ensure proper collection and documentation of donated items, including maintaining a register of cost share information;
• Provide financial management support to all events and meetings organized by the project.
• Review and recommend, as appropriate, approval of all travel expenses, vendor invoices, and sub-grantee invoices in accordance with EngenderHealth’s standard operating procedures and USAID rules and regulations.
• Prepare financial and administrative reports as required by the Finance and Operations Manager.
• Maintain a comprehensive filing system for financial and administrative documents.

Qualifications

• BA in Accounting, Business Management, Financial Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years relevant work experience for BA holders. NGO experience is preferred.
• Work experience in a supervisory position is a plus.
• Experience working with a USAID supported project will be an advantage
• In-depth knowledge of MS Excel is mandatory.

Knowledge/Skills and Abilities

• Excellent coordination and time management skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Willingness to work under pressure and ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Ability to effectively work in a team.
• Ability to travel when required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English language.

Remuneration

• Commensurate with background and experience.

Application Closing Date
20th March, 2014.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online