Finance Assistant at Unified Culture Promotion Foundation

PROJECT-BACKGROUND

The proposed six months project aims to provide immediate, life-saving health and nutrition services to vulnerable conflict-affected populations during the lean season in Maiduguri Metropolitan Council (MMC) and Jere LGAs of Borno State. The intervention, implemented by a consortium of CBI and UNICPF will respond to worsening health and nutrition conditions among children under five, pregnant and lactating women, and other at-risk groups, driven by seasonal food insecurity, recurrent flooding, protracted conflict, and the deterioration of basic services. Through integrated health and nutrition outreach, mobile medical teams, health facility support, and community-based case management, this project seeks to reduce malnutrition, prevent disease outbreaks, and mitigate mortality during the lean season. Implemented over six months.

To support the successful implementation of her NHF-OCHA project, UNICPF is seeking qualified and dedicated candidates for the position below.

Reports To: Executive Director

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State

Duration: 6 Months 

Job Purpose:

The Finance Officer will be responsible for managing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies and supporting the effective program implementation through effective financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and manage project budgets ensuring adherence to financial plans.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely processing of financial transactions.
• Handle invoicing and payments in line with organizational policies.
• Generate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management and donors.
• Ensure compliance with local laws, regulations and donor requirements.
• Assist in conducting financial audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends and variances.
• Provide insights and recommendations to management for enhancing financial performance.
• Support training initiatives for staff on financial management practices.
• Help develop and implement financial policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance, Accounting or other related field.
• Experience: At least 2 years of experience in Financial Management, preferably in an NGO.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in Accounting software and Financial Reporting tools
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

ATTRIBUTES

• EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
• INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
• RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
• PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.

Languages: Proficiency in English, Hausa and other dialects is an added advantage.