Gambella, Gambela
Oxfam Great Britain
About usOxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. Our values and commitment to safeguardingOxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.OUR WORK IN ETHIOPIASince the early 1970s, we have been working to address the underlying causes of poverty and marginalization by focusing on developing sustainable livelihoods, providing water and sanitation, agriculture, climate research, gender, and humanitarian issues. Job details DIVISION: Finance TEAM: Finance Team LOCATION: Gambella CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed Term GRADE: D1 National JOB FAMILY: Finance SALARY: As per the Oxfam benefit package HOURS: 37.5 per week FLEXIBLE WORKING We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. This is a full-time role; however, Oxfam offers various flexible arrangements which candidates can discuss with the Recruiting Manager at the interview stage TEAM PURPOSE: The Business Support team will be accountable for ensuring that all business procedures (Finance, Human Resource, Logistics, and IT) are adhered to and implemented in a manner that is compliant with Oxfam policies, standards, and procedures. In particular, the Finance Team will provide a professional, business focused finance, delivering proactive solutions-based approach for resolving issues and ensuring that the operational business requirements are effectively managed to deliver organizational results, and support the achievement of program outcomes JOB Role: The Senior Finance Officer supports the Finance Team in various accounting activities daily. This includes review of financial documents and making sure payments are supported with appropriate source documents; preparation and processing of documents for payment, review and coding of financial information and Journal entries as appropriate; assisting in data entry into the system, and maintenance of appropriate finance documentation after verifying all source documents for proper approval. POST HOLDER REPORTS TO Finance Coordinator JOBS REPORTING TO THIS POST Finance Officer BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY No KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Processing and Accounting for financial transaction Review and ensure payment request are checked, authorized, and supported with auditable documentation being charged to accurate budget codes of relevant contract Prepare monthly payroll as per the approved payroll information submitted by HR and share to the finance coordinator for review at 20th of each month Prepare monthly staff salary allocation to active contracts and submit to finance coordinator for review at 25th of each month. Prepare bank reconciliation on monthly basis and submit to finance coordinator for review and to PM for approval Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to OGB financial policies and procedures, donor requirements and government regulation in carrying out the day-to-day financial routine activities Conduct regular cash count on every Friday afternoon, surprise counts, and on the last day of a month. Review payment documents, settlement of travel and training advances against Oxfam travel policy and prepare journal entry Reconcile and clear statutory obligations ((pension, income tax and withholding tax) on monthly basis as per Ethiopia tax and pension proclamation. Assist in Oxfam internal and external year end Audit schedules and provide all documents required by the auditor during the audit as well as answering some audit queries as needed Follow up the filing systems for all financial and accounting records and verify the completeness of the documentation as per the OI financial policy and government regulations Prepare month end pack at the end of each month and submit to finance coordinator for review 2. Reporting and complianceEncode transactions into bank book, cash book and JV on daily basis and submit to finance coordinator for review Support the finance coordinator in donor and government report preparation and budget development Ensure compliance (donor, government and OGB) on daily routine activities Follow up the settlement of travel and program float/advance take necessary action on timely basis Report any irregularities to finance coordinator or PM Assist Finance coordinator in financial report preparation and audit facilitation3. Internal Control and Risk management Provide ongoing financial risk analysis and recommendations of risk management strategies.Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements Ensure internal control procedures exist and are followedEnsure that effective systems are put in place, and regularly reviewed, to allow adequate financial management and control Ensures maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures on Petty cash payments and floats4. People Management Responsible for the effective performance management of finance staff reporting to the position, ensuring assessment, development, and performance management against objectives, and organizationally agreed competences Accountable for implementing Oxfam’s people management policies, procedures, and standards Manage and supervise the staff directly reporting to the position and ensure that any training needs are identified and metSupport a climate of continuous professional improvement in financeUphold principles of Oxfam’s gender and diversity principles in the workplace. Coaches, mentors, and appraises subordinates in accordance with Oxfam GB Performance Management System. Create staff development opportunities for finance staff by extending their engagement beyond the job descriptions Provide relevant orientation for staff, both at start of contract and ongoing, to ensure their understanding and compliance with Oxfam GB policies, organizational strategies, and job expectations.5. Other Provide support for program and other staff from finance perspective Replace the finance coordinator in his absence Perform such other like activities assigned by the finance coordinator/PM
Gambella, Gambela
Oxfam Great Britain
About usOxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries. Our values and commitment to safeguardingOxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.OUR WORK IN ETHIOPIASince the early 1970s, we have been working to address the underlying causes of poverty and marginalization by focusing on developing sustainable livelihoods, providing water and sanitation, agriculture, climate research, gender, and humanitarian issues. Job details DIVISION: Finance TEAM: Finance Team LOCATION: Gambella CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed Term GRADE: D1 National JOB FAMILY: Finance SALARY: As per the Oxfam benefit package HOURS: 37.5 per week FLEXIBLE WORKING We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. This is a full-time role; however, Oxfam offers various flexible arrangements which candidates can discuss with the Recruiting Manager at the interview stage TEAM PURPOSE: The Business Support team will be accountable for ensuring that all business procedures (Finance, Human Resource, Logistics, and IT) are adhered to and implemented in a manner that is compliant with Oxfam policies, standards, and procedures. In particular, the Finance Team will provide a professional, business focused finance, delivering proactive solutions-based approach for resolving issues and ensuring that the operational business requirements are effectively managed to deliver organizational results, and support the achievement of program outcomes JOB Role: The Senior Finance Officer supports the Finance Team in various accounting activities daily. This includes review of financial documents and making sure payments are supported with appropriate source documents; preparation and processing of documents for payment, review and coding of financial information and Journal entries as appropriate; assisting in data entry into the system, and maintenance of appropriate finance documentation after verifying all source documents for proper approval. POST HOLDER REPORTS TO Finance Coordinator JOBS REPORTING TO THIS POST Finance Officer BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY No KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Processing and Accounting for financial transaction Review and ensure payment request are checked, authorized, and supported with auditable documentation being charged to accurate budget codes of relevant contract Prepare monthly payroll as per the approved payroll information submitted by HR and share to the finance coordinator for review at 20th of each month Prepare monthly staff salary allocation to active contracts and submit to finance coordinator for review at 25th of each month. Prepare bank reconciliation on monthly basis and submit to finance coordinator for review and to PM for approval Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to OGB financial policies and procedures, donor requirements and government regulation in carrying out the day-to-day financial routine activities Conduct regular cash count on every Friday afternoon, surprise counts, and on the last day of a month. Review payment documents, settlement of travel and training advances against Oxfam travel policy and prepare journal entry Reconcile and clear statutory obligations ((pension, income tax and withholding tax) on monthly basis as per Ethiopia tax and pension proclamation. Assist in Oxfam internal and external year end Audit schedules and provide all documents required by the auditor during the audit as well as answering some audit queries as needed Follow up the filing systems for all financial and accounting records and verify the completeness of the documentation as per the OI financial policy and government regulations Prepare month end pack at the end of each month and submit to finance coordinator for review 2. Reporting and complianceEncode transactions into bank book, cash book and JV on daily basis and submit to finance coordinator for review Support the finance coordinator in donor and government report preparation and budget development Ensure compliance (donor, government and OGB) on daily routine activities Follow up the settlement of travel and program float/advance take necessary action on timely basis Report any irregularities to finance coordinator or PM Assist Finance coordinator in financial report preparation and audit facilitation3. Internal Control and Risk management Provide ongoing financial risk analysis and recommendations of risk management strategies.Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements Ensure internal control procedures exist and are followedEnsure that effective systems are put in place, and regularly reviewed, to allow adequate financial management and control Ensures maintenance of appropriate internal controls and financial procedures on Petty cash payments and floats4. People Management Responsible for the effective performance management of finance staff reporting to the position, ensuring assessment, development, and performance management against objectives, and organizationally agreed competences Accountable for implementing Oxfam’s people management policies, procedures, and standards Manage and supervise the staff directly reporting to the position and ensure that any training needs are identified and metSupport a climate of continuous professional improvement in financeUphold principles of Oxfam’s gender and diversity principles in the workplace. Coaches, mentors, and appraises subordinates in accordance with Oxfam GB Performance Management System. Create staff development opportunities for finance staff by extending their engagement beyond the job descriptions Provide relevant orientation for staff, both at start of contract and ongoing, to ensure their understanding and compliance with Oxfam GB policies, organizational strategies, and job expectations.5. Other Provide support for program and other staff from finance perspective Replace the finance coordinator in his absence Perform such other like activities assigned by the finance coordinator/PM