Summary

Cuso International is a Canadian development non-profit organisation that works to reduce poverty and inequality through the efforts of highly skilled volunteers, collaborative partnerships and compassionate donors.  Cuso International main areas of interventions are (i) harnessing the power of volunteerism to achieve the SDGs; (ii) advancing gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls; and (iii) improving access to and quality of economic opportunities for young people.

 With a funding of Global Affairs of Canada, Cuso International has designed UGIRLS2 Project to promote access to higher education for high school girls and to address a number of barriers that impede adolescent girls’ education in Benishangul Gumuz Regional State, Ethiopia. The project will enhance academic, social and soft skills for adolescent girls, including those with disabilities, and strengthen the capacity of teachers and education institutions to deliver quality and gender-sensitive education. The initiative seeks to adopt a holistic and transformational approach to address barriers to girls’ higher educations, including through community engagement. Cuso International will implement this project in partnership with Institute of International Education (IIE) in selected high schools of BSG Regional State. 

 Reporting directly to the Finance and Admin Manger, the Program Support and Finance Officer will handle the project’s administrative, logistical, accounting and financial systems in accordance with Cuso International requirements and will provide administrative support to volunteers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure all financial transactions relating to volunteers, programs and administration are processed effectively and in a timely manner, consistently with Cuso International financial policies and procedures;
• Monitor, verify and follow up on payments for authorized expenditures and facilitate payments during workshops/trainings or events;
• Manage and maintain an accurate inventory of fixed assets;
• Obtain quotations for budget purposes, as requested;
• Diligently operate and maintain accurate records of petty cash operations;
• Support the Regional Finance Manager and Ottawa in activities related to internal and external financial audits;
• Ensure proper accounting for external funding in accordance with donor conditions;
• Participate in the preparation of the annual budget of the CPO and produce periodic performance-to-budget reports, as required;
• Support the CPO in the implementation of the annual budget, in compliance with Cuso International finance policies and procedures;
• Support the development of budgets for externally funded projects;
• Ensure regular office functions are performed effectively and efficiently e.g. banking, post office, stationery/supplies, cleaning services and general logistics.
• Be the lead reference point in the office for IT and ensuring adequate support is provided by liaising with Cuso IT staff and external IT service providers as needed.
• Undertake specific additional responsibilities from time-to-time, as may be agreed upon with the Line Manager.
• Language requirement English and Amharic
• Reports to Finance and Admin Manger  

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field;
• 3+ years of experience in finance, administration or office management;
• Sound knowledge and practice in accounting;
• Excellent English language skills in writing and speaking;
• Excellent financial planning, budgeting and reporting skills.
• Ability to understand and work with restricted and unrestricted funds concepts and with financial management policy frameworks;
• Proficiency with Office Suite (Windows, Word, Power Point, Outlook) database, internet;
• Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures (or demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of individuals);
• Efficient communication skills (verbal and written);
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen, be patient, diplomatic and maintain confidentiality;
• Good organization, time management, planning and priority setting skills, and demonstrated    initiative;
• Sound judgment and effective problem-solving abilities;
• Strong attention to details;
• Strong experience in providing a customer focused service to internal and external clients;
• Willingness to travel occasionally in and out of the country.

Circunstancies

• Ability to spend time away from base visiting volunteers, and work with partners and project beneficiaries;
• Ability and willingness to work long / irregular hours when appropriate during project implementation;

Desirable:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills;
• Familiarity with accounting systems e.g. SUN Accounts, Accpac, etc.;
• Experience working in a non-governmental or not-for-profit organization;

• Experience working with volunteerism for development (V4D) organizations;
• Experience working with programs funded by Global Affairs Canada.

If you are interested to be part of our dynamic team, exciting work environment, please forward your: CV (not more than 3 page) and cover letter (not more than one page) directly to cuso@ethiojobs.net 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.