Finance & Admin Assistant at Nigerian Women’s Trust Fund (WF)

Job Description
The Finance and Administration Assistant (FAA) will assist the (Finance and Admin Coordinator (FAC) in all financial and administrative affairs associated with the Nigerian Women’s Trust Fund’s activities, including planning and monitoring investments, human resources, day-to-day accounting, account management, payroll and financial operations, preparation and monitoring of budgets and spending, preparation of the Fund’s tax returns, financial statements, and other financial filings required by applicable law.
 
Technical knowledge, skills and experience: Experience in finance, office administration and human resource management is required. Educational qualifications must include background in any social science course. Budget planning, organisational and human resource managerial skills and demonstrated experience including the ability to take initiative and work independently are essential. Knowledge and or experience with Quick Book software. Membership of professional associations is a bonus, and previous work in the civil society or development sector would be advantageous.

Key success factors

•     Strong written and oral communication skills are important.
•     Strong interpersonal and team building skills
•     Demonstrated commitment to the beliefs and goals of the Fund,
•     Well-organised and efficient at managing multiple tasks and meeting tight deadlines
•     Innovative and creative thinking – applied to managing limited resources and problem solving
•     Relationships in the banking and other financial services sector
•     High emotional intelligence and ability to assess projects and/or plans