People In Need – PIN External Vacancy Announcement
Job Position – Head of Finance
Required qualification and Experience
Education:University degree preferably in Finance/Economics, Logistic, Public Administration, Law or a related discipline
Previous work for INGO abroad of the country of residence, preferably direct experience from the country program level
Significant previous experience with managing systems, particularly finance
Experience with working with finance management, project budgets and international donors´ requirements
Experience with team management and supervision
Ability to work in difficult conditions and under pressure
Strong coordination, organizational, critical analysis and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, including fluent spoken and written English
IT literacy, advanced knowledge of MS Excel, working experience with accounting and economic software
Work Place: Hawassa/Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)
Deadline : May 9th 2025
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
Manage the Finance and Accounting national team while ensuring it has sufficient capacity both in number and qualification and securing their continuous capacity building based on personal development plans;
Ensure that Systems support the implementation of the Country Strategy and that procedures and regulations are implemented in full transparency and in compliance with donors´ and PIN rules;
Prepares financial and economic overviews and interprets economic data for country programme and programme management teams;
In cooperation with the financial team guarantees that financial requirements are met in all sectors, including budgeting, reporting, and accounting of the country programme.
Benefit:
Standard work schedule of 40 hours per week from Monday to Friday
Per diems for working and Accommodation outside of the duty office depending on the location
Transport Allowance
Bank loan facilities
20 days of paid annual and after 5 years of work an extra paid day for every year
Extra days of paid leaves for selected holidays
Medical insurance, including spouse and children
Accident insurance for all injuries during work time based on the law
Pension contribution of 11 % from PIN
Paternity leave of extra 2 paid days above the mandatory 3 days
Maternity leave according to the law and extra financial motherhood support
Monthly mobile phone hybrid tariff
PIN supports fast career growth and internal mobility
International environment with opportunities to learn from other PIN’s country programs
Extensive Capacity Building program, both internal and external trainings, including the Induction training
Internal online learning opportunities, such as access to PIN’s e-learning platform and webinars
Annual staff retreat
Friendly and fair work environment with small collective where everyone knows each other
How To Apply
If you are interested in this position, send us your CV and short cover letter via the following link : https://apply.workable.com/people-in-need-2/j/1390BDC744/apply/
Please note only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on rolling basis and the vacancy will be closed when filled.
People in Need is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct and committed to promoting the welfare of children and adults with whom People in Need engages /is in contact with. People in Need expects all staff to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with People in Need code of conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp People in Need Staff will undertake the appropriate level of training.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Please note: PIN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees).
Women are strongly encouraged to apply.