Finance and Administration Officer at Community Engagement & Social Development Initiative (CESDI)

Community Engagement & Social Development Initiative (CESDI) is a non-governmental organization committed to the sustainable livelihood of under privileged women, children and youth. CESDI is duly registered with the Nigerian Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) since 2014. The Organization is involved in community development, capacity building, economic empowerment, social counseling, social mobilization, raising awareness/ education on health and conflict resolution/peace building initiatives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance and Administration Officer

Location: Damaturu, Yobe
Job type: Contract
Contract Duration: 23 Months (Fixed Term)
Reports To: Finance Manager / Project Manager
Funding Partner: Action Against Hunger (ACF) / CARE International
Project: Lake Chad Inclusive Economic and Social Recovery Project (RESILAC*2)

Position Summary

• The Finance and Administration Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day financial management and administrative operations of the RESILAC*2 project at the state level.
• The post-holder will ensure adherence to organizational financial policies, donor financial compliance requirements, and sound administrative practices to support effective project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions, including processing payments, maintaining the project cash book, and managing petty cash.
• Prepare and submit accurate monthly financial reports and cash requests to the Finance Manager and ACF/CARE as required.
• Ensure all financial transactions are properly documented with complete and accurate supporting documents in line with ACF/CARE and donor requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers for the project and support monthly bank reconciliations.
• Process payroll, staff travel advances, and expense retirements in accordance with organizational policies.
• Support preparation of project budgets, budget revisions, and donor financial reports.
• Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and flag variances to management.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian tax laws, withholding tax requirements, and statutory deductions.
• Manage administrative functions including office operations, asset management, logistics, and procurement processes.
• Maintain a project asset register and ensure proper custody and tracking of organizational assets.
• Provide administrative support for meetings, workshops, trainings, and project events.
• Support audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to audit queries.
• Ensure filing systems (physical and electronic) are maintained for financial and administrative records.
• Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and service providers in line with procurement policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications (ICAN, ACCA, or equivalent) are an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of finance and administration experience, preferably with an NGO or INGO.
• Sound knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, and budget monitoring.
• Experience with donor-funded project financial management (EU, AFD, UN agencies, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, SAGE, SUN, or similar) and Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with Nigerian statutory requirements including tax and pension regulations.
• Experience working in Northeast Nigeria or similar environments is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• High attention to detail, accuracy, and integrity.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet reporting deadlines.
• Commitment to transparency and accountability in financial management.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send a Cover Letter, detailed CV, and copies of relevant Certificates to: humanresourcesunit@cesdinitiative.org with "Finance and Administration Officer – RESILAC*2" as the subject of the email.

Note

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications from women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from Yobe State are strongly encouraged.
• CESDI promotes zero tolerance of fraud, sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. All staff are required to adhere to our organizational Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies.