Agriterra is the world’s leading not-for-profit agri-agency from-and-for agricultural cooperatives and farmer organizations. Our mission is to strengthen organized farmers in developing and emerging countries, given the importance of effectively organized farmers to sustainably address food security, economic development, climate adaptation and mitigation. We are financed and work via donor-granted projects and programs. These long-lasting strategic partnerships with a variety of donors are key for us in our day-to-day work. For more information, visit our website www.agriterra.org.
In Ethiopia, Agriterra has been active since 2015, providing support to cooperatives. Agriterra currently runs three projects, one of which is the “Acting Now for Food Security and Resilient Systems” (Acting Now) project. Acting Now project aims to relieve the acute food insecurity risks in Ethiopia’s three regions by reaching 10,340 member farmers with FNS tailored interventions, representing 10,340 hectares through 15 farmer organizations between 2023-2025. Its priority is to improve incomes, productivity, and sustainable land management practices by offering sustainable services that ensure seeds, alternative fertilizers, planting material, agri-inputs (including finance) and advisory services are readily available to boost food production and relieve the risk of acute food insecurity. Furthermore, Acting Now will aim to support farmer-led businesses in becoming more enterprising with bankable business plans that contribute to FNS relevant outcomes.
The project runs from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2025. Under the Act Now project, Agriterra is currently supporting 17 primary cooperatives in Ethiopia across three regions: Amhara (Awi Zone), Central Ethiopia (Silte Zone), and Oromia (West Arsi Zone). These cooperatives are involved in three value chains: wheat, maize, and potato.
The Finance Officer Intern will be responsible for managing various finance-related tasks, ensuring the smooth execution of day-to-day accounting transactions. The intern will assist in implementing government regulations and Agriterra’s finance policies and procedures while supporting other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Agriterra External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position – Finance Officer Intern
Required Qualification and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related qualification
At least 1 year of relevant experience
Job Locations: Addis Ababa City
Duration of the internship period: April 15, 2025 – December 31st, 2025.
Competencies
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, and accounting software.
Proactive, confident, and self-motivated.
Customer-focused with high integrity and attention to detail.
Flexible, analytical, and results-driven problem solver.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, report writing, and networking skills.
What we have to offer!
At Agriterra, the work environment is collegial and ambitious.
Developmental opportunities.
In this position you get the responsibility but also the freedom to use your skills to operate in dynamic international markets and see and realize opportunities.
Wonderful workplace & great colleagues!
Requirement Skill
Analytical skills
Communication
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Accounting
Key roles and responsibilities
Record transactions and enter data into the system.
Maintain proper archiving of financial payment documents.
Prepare payment vouchers for cash and cheque payments based on approved requests.
Track payments to project clients.
Follow up on client contract signatures from authorized signatories.
Ensure proper labeling and filing of financial records.
Collect required financial data and documents from project-supported cooperatives and farmers.
Scan, upload, and archive finance-related documents.
Assist the Project and Finance Officer in financial transactions and documentation.
Support payment processes for workshops, training, and meetings.
Assist in per diem payments and settlements.
Perform other finance-related tasks as assigned.
Expected Outputs:
Ensure accurate and systematic data entry.
Enhance monitoring, strategic planning, and documentation evaluation.
Maintain high data accuracy and consistency for the Acting Now project in Ethiopia.
Provide monthly reports.
Ensure all partner data is complete in the system.
Properly archive all Acting Now cooperatives and partners’ data and formal documents.
How To Apply
Are you interested in this position and do you fit the profile?
Submit your CV, copies of relevant documents, and Application till April 4 , 2025, by sending an email to ethiopia@agriterra.org for the attention of Habtamu Mekonnen, Country Representative for Agriterra Ethiopia, with reference code Finance Offer Intern. If you require further information, you can also contact us by sending an email stated above.