About Plan International
Plan International is an independent non-profit organization that advances children’s well-being and equality for girls. Working in building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years and present in 70 countries, Plan International strives for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children while working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners. Plan International Ethiopia is looking for Finance Coordinator to be based at Amhara Programme Area.
The Role
The post holder is responsible for the overall Finance Management specific to the program area he/she is assigned to meet all Plan International financial procedural issues, legal compliance and all donor requirements with strong professional support to the Program area manager, coordinators and partners for efficient program implementation.
Major activities include:
The Person
To be successful, applicants need to have a BA degree in Accounting, Finance, and/or Business Administration or other related fields with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in an NGO environment with similar position.
Skills & Behaviors
Excellent communication skill, large data management and analysis.
High level of Calibre to meet deadlines, prioritize and delegate issues.
Planning, Grant management and follow-up skill.
Ability to use computer applications like Excel, MS word and Power point
Fluency in written and spoken English language
High interpersonal skill.
Reasonable supervisory/management skill.
Knowledge
Basic knowledge of accounting and finance.
Knowledge of plans computerized system: SAP and others.
Substantial understanding of grant management and reporting
Very supportive, respectful and Ethical to professional standards.
Excellent in prioritize issues and knowledge of using various transaction processing and payment modes.