Finance Officer at Damnaish Human Capacity Building Initiative (DHCBI)

Damnaish Human Capacity Building Initiative (DHCBI) is a Humanitarian Non-Governmental Organization, founded in 2014 and incorporated with the Nigerian Government (Corporate Affairs Commission) in 2015 (CAC/IT/No 83231) to provide humanitarian assistance, in terms of emergency and Capacity building, social development and empowerment to eradication poverty and the fear of want. It has since its inception, been strategizing, collaborating, and interfacing with relevant stakeholders toward enhancing the individual’s ability to break free from poverty or bounce back in times of crisis.

Our society has over the years been bedeviled by insecurity, poverty, illiteracy, disease, hunger, malnutrition, lack of access to clean, water bad sanitation, human rights abuses environmental degradation as well a lack of economic opportunities, making it possible for the humanitarian crisis to thrive. DHCBI, therefore, has tailored its humanitarian services to building or restoring the capacity of individuals and communities towards rapid and quick recovery by supporting livelihoods and sustainable basic services through some articulated programs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Reports to: Project Manager and Head of Finance

Job Summary

• The Finance Officer will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring compliance with DHCBI’s policies and donor requirements, and supporting financial planning, reporting, and budgeting.
• The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and has experience managing finances in a humanitarian or NGO context.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and cashbooks in line with organizational standards.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, including expenditure tracking and budget monitoring.
• Process payments, bank reconciliations, and staff advance retirements.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls, donor guidelines, and audit requirements.
• Support budget development, forecasting, and expenditure analysis for ongoing projects.
• Liaise with vendors, banks, and relevant internal teams for smooth financial operations.
• Support project audits and respond to queries from auditors and donor representatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (ICAN/ACCA part qualification is an advantage).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial management, preferably in an NGO or humanitarian setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).
• Strong understanding of donor financial regulations (e.g., WFP, USAID, EU).
• Excellent attention to detail, integrity, and ability to work under pressure.
• Fluent in English; working knowledge of Hausa or Kanuri is an added advantage.

Application Closing Date
10th June, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter as one (1) PDF document to: recruitment@dhcbi.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Additional Information

• DHCBI does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• DHCBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, and indigenous candidates from the project area.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Important Notes:

• DHCBI does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
• DHCBI is committed to fair and ethical hiring practices.
• DHCBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applications on the basis of merit—regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or background.
• We adhere to the Humanitarian Principles: humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and operational independence.
• Ensure you follow all instructions strictly to be considered.