Finance and Administration Head

Job Description

Required Qualifications and Experience

A. Educational Qualification

University Degree (BA/BSc) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration
B. Professional Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, and administration;
Proven experience in financial management of development projects and programs;
Experience working with NGOs or International Organizations is highly desirable;
Strong knowledge of accounting software, particularly Peachtree (highly advantageous), QuickBooks, or similar systems;
Good understanding and experience in IPSAS (International Public Sector Accounting Standards) or other internationally recognized accounting standards;
High level of proficiency in MS Office applications (especially Excel and Word) and experience with web-based management systems;
Ability to plan and prioritize work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
C. Languages

Excellent command of spoken and written English and Amharic;
D. Values and Core Competencies

Values:

Inclusion & Respect for Diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion.
Integrity & Transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts consistently with organizational principles.
Professionalism: Demonstrates competence, commitment, and sound judgment in daily work.

Core Competencies:

Teamwork: Promotes collaboration and works effectively with others to achieve shared goals.
Delivering Results: Produces quality results in a timely and service-oriented manner.
Managing and Sharing Knowledge: Continuously learns, shares knowledge, and innovates.
Accountability: Takes ownership for actions and delivers on commitments.
Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively, including complex matters.