FH Ethiopia is a non-governmental organization engaged in relief and development activities. All we do, and how we do it, seeks to promote God’s beauty, goodness, and truth in a broken world. As such, we are defined by our ability to make people’s lives measurably better; our ability to deliver impact is the measure of our collective success. For we know that we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God has already prepared in advance for us to do. At Food for the Hungry, we operate under a set of values called Heartbeat Values.
FH Ethiopia External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position 1 – Regional Finance Coordinator
Required Qualification and Experience
Education:BA degree in Accounting and Finance, business administration and related field from a recognized and certified institution or university.
A minimum of 6 years’ experience in a similar or senior finance position with an International NGO.
work Place: Shire
Deadline:August 22/2024
Distinguishing Competencies
Practical experience in using a wide range of accounting software including MS Dynamics, MS-Word and MS-Excel and other applications.
Experience with financial analysis and reporting and able to perform financial analysis from complex data.
Proven expertise with different donors such as USAID/UN/WFP/Private donors’ rules and regulation on Procurement and Financial Management
Must have a proven knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, IPSAS and a practical knowledge of financial systems and internal controls.
Supervisory Responsibility
The position supervises finance staffs in the regional office and has a functional relation with Project Finance and Admin Officers
Language: Proficiency in both spoken and written English.
Job Level Specifications
Full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs as expressed in The Heartbeat: our Values, Vision, and Purpose.
Strong Interpersonal skills,
Is interested in the growth and well-being of the staff and Strong people-management and leadership skills
Proven ability to manage, motivate and mentor staff and create a positive team environment and has team building skills
Demonstrated ability in analyzing financial data, projections, expenditures, and accruals.
Proficiency in MS Dynamics, MS-Word and MS-Excel and other applications
Ability to work effectively under pressure
Safeguarding Policy
FH strives to provide an environment free from sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment in all places where relief and development programs are implemented. FH holds a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation and abuse and harassment. FH expects its employees to maintain high ethical standards, protect organizational integrity and reputation, and ensure that FH work is carried out in honest and fair methods, in alignment with the FH Heartbeat and safeguarding and associated policies. Violations to stated policies will be subject to corrective action up to and including termination of employment.
Gender Responsibility
Provide adequate time to staff to participate in gender sensitivity workshops and related events.
Through observation, interviews, and spot-checks, ensure that the staff planning process is gender sensitive.
Build a better gender balance in staffing through affirmative action.
Observe if women staff are as involved as men in high-profile activities such as interaction with visitors and chairing meetings, and take corrective action if warranted.
Encourage female staff to participate in external networks (local and regional), as well as seminars and cross visits.
Facilitate open and regular discussions with staff on about the work environment, policies, and values convenient to gender issues.
Safety & Security Responsibility
Encourages compliance of Safety and Security principles and policies of the organization by all staffs;
Visiting project Offices and operational areas periodically to meet staff and making sure that all staff members are aware of the safety and security procedures;
Explains to staffs the reasoning behind the organization’s safety and security policies and procedures
Organizing local training sessions, such as First Aid, Fire Safety, and Defensive Driving for staff members. If possible, he/she should conduct briefing and training sessions himself/herself;
Ensures that safety and security objectives are added to performance reviews and evaluations of all staff members;
Encourages staffs to adopt safe and secure practices. Ensuring that updated personnel information related to safety (Record of Emergency Data) and security management are kept in Human resources.
How To Apply
Female Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Competent candidates should submit their application and updated CV’s ONLY to: recruitment_fhe@fh.org
Candidates MUST refer the position title “Regional Finance Coordinator” on the subject line of their email and applications