BACKGROUND
Effective agriculture has the power to change lives. It underpins prosperity, food security and stability the world over. Farm Africa focuses on transforming agriculture and managing natural resources sustainably. We champion a holistic approach that boosts yields, protects the environment and connects smallholder farmers to thriving markets.
We work with different types of farmers in a range of regions. Their local situations vary, but the problems they face are all too familiar: lack of training and technology, inadequate inputs, no finance, vulnerability to climate change and poor links to markets.
We have an ambitious strategy to expand our work over the next five years. We’ll increase our impact. Lift more communities out of poverty. Work with more corporate partners who share our vision. Open up more agricultural markets. Provide more expertise.
We’ll make change happen.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
Farm Africa is implementing a large number of projects/programmes in the areas of agriculture (crop and livestock), natural resources management and market engagement across Ethiopia. We are increasingly designing and implementing complex and integrated multi-sector projects, some by ourselves and some others in partnership with like-minded organizations in the form of consortium.
The post holder will be responsible for all financial management tasks, development and modification of budgets & forecasts; preparation and submission of donor financial reports on time and accurately; ensuring compliance with grant conditions relating to finance; provision of financial analysis and support on ongoing budget management; monitoring of on-going spending. He/she will also be responsible for building the capacity of the relevant project finance team and work as a principal contact for project audits. She/he will be rresponsible for the overall financial management and reporting practice of respective projects (i. e budgeting & monitoring, reporting, ensuring compliances, supporting programme leads, supervision) and support on proposal development.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONISBILITES
Key areas of responsibilities are:
These essential functions are not to be interpreted as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related duties as required. All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Education, qualifications & other knowledge
Desirable
Experience
Skills & abilities
Our VALUES
Investing in smallholder farming is the number one way to combat poverty in rural Africa. Farm Africa is a leading NGO specialising in growing agriculture, protecting the environment and developing businesses in rural Africa.
EXPERT. Deep expertise and insightful evidence-based solutions are at the heart of everything Farm Africa does.
GROUNDED. Positive change starts with Africa’s people, so our experts work closely with local communities, engaging them in every level of decision-making.
IMPACTFUL. We take a long-term view so we can deliver lasting changes for farmers and their families.
BOLD. We model innovative new approaches and are not afraid to challenge strategies that are failing.