Interns at EngenderHealth

JOB SUMMARY

• The primary objective of the Finance Intern role is to provide practical experience in financial management within a nonprofit organization, offering exposure to budgeting, financial reporting, and donor compliance while contributing to the efficient operation of EngenderHealth Nigeria's finance department. The Finance Intern role offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain valuable experience in financial management within the nonprofit sector. By supporting the finance team, the intern will contribute to the success of EngenderHealth Nigeria’s programs and initiatives, ultimately advancing the organization’s mission in Nigeria.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the direct supervision of the Finance Manager, the intern is expected to perform the following tasks:

• Assist in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records, including filing and organizing financial documents.
• Ensure proper documentation and archiving of financial transactions and reports.
• Enter financial data into accounting systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support the preparation of monthly financial reports and bank reconciliations.
• Help ensure that financial processes comply with EngenderHealth’s policies and donor requirements.
• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits by organizing relevant financial documentation.
• Assist in processing payments to vendors, staff, and consultants, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
• Support the management of petty cash and ensure timely reconciliation.
• Support with preparation of Withholding tax, VAT, Pension, NHF, NSITF and other statutory deduction schedules where relevant.
• Participate in finance team meetings and training sessions to enhance understanding of financial management within the nonprofit sector.
• Provide support to other staff on financial procedures and guidelines as needed.
• Handling sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity and maintaining the confidentiality of all financial and other job-related information
• Perform any other duties as will be guided by his/her supervisor.

Learning Opportunities: The Finance Intern will gain:

• Hands-on experience in financial management within an international NGO.
• Knowledge of donor-funded project financial compliance and reporting.
• Exposure to budget preparation and financial planning.
• Insight into the financial operations of a global organization focused on health and development.

REQUIREMENTS

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting from a recognized University.
• Completion of National Youth Service and at least 1 year working experience.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial software.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.

PREFFERED SKILLS, ABILITIES AND FUNCTION

• Experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ability to use finance/accounting related ERP system.
• Demonstrated understanding of the relevant finance/accounting processes and ability to consistently apply relevant policies, procedures, and good practices in the daily work.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and gain the assistance and cooperation of others.
• Ability to establish priorities and plan his/her own work.
• Good working knowledge of English.

ESSENTIAL SOFT SKILLS

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent ability to communicate and maintain diplomatic and productive relations with the team; resourcefulness, flexibility, and ability to work in a changing and challenging environment.
• Internet proficiency, as well as proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

BEHAVIOURS

• Cultivates a strong sense of purpose and commitment within the finance team, actively contributing to a supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Holds self-accountable to deliver on financial goals and upholds standards of accuracy and ethical behavior, while encouraging others to do the same.
• Demonstrates strong emotional intelligence, including self-awareness and the ability to manage interactions with colleagues professionally.
• Displays a strong commitment to continuous learning, particularly in financial management practices, accounting principles, and related areas.
• a flexible, ‘can-do’ attitude, proactively identifying and addressing financial issues with a problem-solving approach.
• Upholds a high degree of professionalism and integrity in handling financial data, maintaining confidentiality and adherence to ethical standards.
• Applies strategic and analytical thinking to financial tasks, contributing effectively to both personal and organizational financial development.
• Exercises independent judgment and discretion in completing financial assignments, seeking guidance and approval as appropriate to ensure accuracy and compliance

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JOB SUMMARY

• This internship provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the day-to-day programs management at EngenderHealth. They will assist the program team in Support the project management and technical work which includes the development of work plans, stakeholder engagement, proposal development, documentation, monitoring, research, and other project implementation activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the direct supervision of the Country Representative, the intern is expected to perform the following tasks:

• Support project coordination and monitor implementation.
• Prepare draft activity and monthly project reports and contribute to the quarterly narrative reports.
• Participate in project research processes.
• Support and ensure a cordial working relationship with the relevant stakeholders.
• Provide support to country office programmes.
• Support development of work plans, budgets and reports.
• Support to proposal development and business engagements.
• Assume any other responsibility as assigned by the Country Representative.
• Support to ensure that all finance policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Participate in budget preparation, forecasts and spend are in line with plans.
• Ensure to use of procedures and relevant protocols that are necessary for carrying out the project activities.
• Support the timely and appropriate use of all procurement and logistics infrastructure for the effective implementation of project activities.
• Perform other related tasks as required and be responsible for reporting and communicating of progress and achievement of the specific assigned task

REQUIREMENTS

• University Education and less than 2 years post NYSC working experience in social development, health-related, international relations any other relevant course.
• A history of productive involvement with local partners, including government, traditional leadership, and civil society.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, collaboration experience, creativity, and willingness to innovate.
• Experience drafting project reporting and monitoring project progress.
• Good written and spoken English language skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES AND FUNCTION

• Proven capacity to direct, develop, manage, and inspire a multidisciplinary and professional team in the field office.
• Intimate knowledge, understanding, and experience of the Ministry of Health and PORALG structures and health systems in Tanzania.
• Ability to prioritize amongst competing demands and working with minimal supervision and organizing in a strict deadline environment
• Be prepared to travel in support of project activities
• Fluency in Swahili and English language is required
• Ability to travel approximately 30% of his/her time to supervise and support field activities.

ESSENTIAL SOFT SKILLS

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent ability to communicate and maintain diplomatic and productive relations with the team; resourcefulness, flexibility and ability to work in a changing and challenging environment.
• Internet proficiency, as well as proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

BEHAVIOURS

• Creates strong sense of purpose and commitment within the team and with stakeholders,
• Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour.
• Strong emotional intelligence including self-awareness.
• Strong commitment to continuous learning.
• Flexible with a ‘can-do’ and problem-solving approach.
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism/integrity.
• Strategic thinking and effective contribution to own work and Organizational development.