International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an International Non-governmental Humanitarian Organization engaged in helping people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster, including the climate crisis, to survive, recover and gain control over their future. It works in over 40 countries and US cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. 

Since 2011, the IRC Gambella is implementing different development and Emergency Rapid Response projects in various local community Woredas and Refugee camps found in the region. In addition to its WASH, Health, and ERR, projects currently the IRC has expanded its program and started Livelihood interventions benefiting both host and refugee communities.

Recently the IRC, being in partnership with ZOA and OSSHD, has started implementing an EUTF funded thirty-six months Project entitled ‘Promoting stability and strengthening basic services delivery for host community, refugees and others displaced population in Gambella Regional State of Ethiopia’. This consortium project is implemented in Itang Special, Gambella and Gog Woredas and Gambella town.

 Scope:

Under the supervision of the Finance Officer the Finance Assistant handles all cash payments and collections outside the office (which needs travels to the field) and assists the department in recording, scanning documents and preparation of the monthly report for field office.

Responsibilities:

Major/key responsibilities are

• Perform financial activities in line with IRC Program, Personnel & Finance Regulations.
• Keeps well organized Book of Accounts at the Field Office in accordance to the Finance guidelines.
• Coding all the transaction properly on the Finance vouchers as per approved PR
• Prepares check and effect payments after approval from the designated official.
• Replace the finance Officer in her/his absence & undertakes all reporting requirements.
• Prepare the actual T2-tracking & forward to Finance officer for review.
• Keep filing systems in which documents could be readily available and easily traced to.
• Undertake all duties with at most care and with persistent effort.
• Give attention to detailed accuracy and neatness in documentation.
• Ensuring authenticity of Documents, correctness of amounts, dates, signature etc.
• Prepare Receipt and payment Vouchers for approved Payment/Settlement Requests.
• Carries out cash count at the end of every week and at any other interval as per the IRC policy
• Operates the petty cash and cash in office Funds by holding the authorized level of cash.
• Always ensure the adequate availability of petty cash in safe box and replenish it timely.
• Keep safe box cashes as per regulation.
• Travel to project sites to effect approved payments.
• Effect Cash payment for approved purchases, labor Services, Utilities etc without delay.
• Follow up online submitted payment request and take necessary action on time.
• Journalize Bank, Cash in office and Petty Cash Accounts in standards laid down in the Finance Manual.
• Assist Program Staff, Drivers and any other staff who seek guidance in filling out forms.
• Assist the Finance Officer in Mid/end of month report and end of fiscal year account closing activities.
• Each month stamp original documents “PAID or RECEIVED BY IRC” before sending to Addis.
• Each month maintains scanned soft copies of original document sent to Addis
• Closely assist her/his supervisor in all activities
• Pre review of payment requests and PR
• Perform other appropriate duties when assigned by her/his supervisor.
• Do all tasks assigned by the department

Job Requirements

• 3 years of relevant work experience for diploma holders
• 1-year relevant work experience for first degree.
• Minimum of 6 months IRC internship service
• NGO experience is a plus.

Skill Requirements

• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Basic computer application (MS office and excel is required). Knowledge of Sun accounting systems and/or other accounting software is advantageous.
• Basic English spoken and writing.
• Ability to communicate and report effective
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Data analytical skill
• Good experience of computer skill
• Good communication skills that function across a diversity of cultures.
• Ability to multi-task & carry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support.
• Strong sense of personal integrity and attention to detail.
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and travel to sites frequently.
• Willingness to work extra hours in emergencies.

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the above qualifications are invited to send their CV and application letter through postal addressed to IRC Gambella Field Office P.O. BOX: 275

Your application letter/cover letter must include the following information.

• Name of the position you have applied for
• Date of application
• Summary of your qualifications and experience
• Motivation/objective of why you have applied for the job
• Please include at least 3 references from current and former supervisors.

Note: Qualified female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.

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IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.