Branch Finance and Administrative Officer, Yobe at Nigerian Red Cross Society

JOB PURPOSE

• Under the guidance of the Branch Secretary and the technical support of the NHQ Director/Coordinator Finance & Resource Management, the Branch Finance and Administration Officer is responsible for the management of the Branch finances, assets and other administrative roles. The position requires a high level of integrity and analysis for accurate reporting of all Branch finances both project and internal resources.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Branch Finance and Administrative Officer has the following responsibilities:
• Support the Branch Secretary and Program Officers in developing annual branch budgets
• Provide monthly and quarterly financial reports on branch finances to the Branch Executive Committee and NHQ
• Establish and maintain a branch asset register and ensure all items are tagged appropriately
• Implement the finance guidelines and policies with respect to the management and use of funds at the Branch and division level
• Conduct routine spot checks at the divisions to ensure proper record keeping
• Ensure effective branch reconciliation for all funds received at the Bank
• Set up a functioning accounting system that ensures transactions are captured accurately and on a timely manner
• Establish internal controls with respect to financial transactions at the Branch and Divisions, based on the Finance Manual and Policy
• Maintain financial records to facilitate external and internal audit of the branch and divisions
• Regularly liaise with relevant National Headquarters Staff for technical support
• Support the Branch Secretary in the overall administrative functions of the Branch

DUTIES APPLICABLE TO ALL STAFF

• Actively work towards the achievement of the NRCS goals
• Abide by and work in accordance with the Red Cross Fundamental Principles and NRCS Statutes
• Show capacity to assist other members of staff and management, aptitude for maintaining cooperation and team spirit necessary to achieve the objectives of the National Society
• Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by Line Manager

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Finance or accounting or equivalent in field of study.
• Minimum of 3years’ experience in planning, implementing and evaluating community-based programmes in emergency/relief context
• A Certified Public or Chartered Accountant is more preferable

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Good leadership and accountability skills
• Strong judgment and ability to identify and analyse problems and to think strategically to anticipate, interpret and develop strategic responses to issues
• Ability to persuade, influence, negotiate, manage and sustain effective, successful strategic relationships both internally and externally
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office tools
• Fluency in written and spoken English

Desirable

• Good knowledge of the work of the Red Cross in Nigeria and the State
• Experience in Programme design and management
• Experience in Volunteer Management
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills
• Knowledge of project management, emergency and public health management, humanitarian relief issues, trends and goals aimed at preventing and alleviating human suffering.
• Strong leadership, team building, conflict resolution and ability to deliver the society’s articulated vision for change.
• Ability to initiate and manage change and align programmes to the strategic plan.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and resolve differences and conflicts.
• Behavioural Competencies
• Articulate when communicating, and a curious and effective listener
• Ability to protect the reputation of NRCS through the quality of work, knowledge and experience
• High ethical standards and honesty in handling the organizational resources and zero tolerance to corruption
• Culturally sensitive, globally minded and showing respect to the views and opinions of others
• Ability to collaborate and work well in a team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines