Multi-Aid and Charity Initiative launches a recruitment for the position of FIELD SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER for six bases in Borno and Adamawa state Area
POSITION: Field Roving Senior Finance Officer
Duty Locations:
- Borno State: Damboa, Mobbar, Monguno LGAs
- Yobe State: Potiskum, Bade, Jakusko LGAs
SUPERVISION: Reports to the Senior Finance Manager at Country Office Level
PRESENTATION OF THE ORGANIZATION
MULTI AID AND CHARITY INITIATIVE is a non-profitable and humanitarian organization that advances equality for human and support children’s right at all level. We agree that every child has potential that needs to be nurtured. Multi Aid and Charity Initiative (MACI) is a registered non-governmental organization (NGO) which has been implementing in the BAY states since 2020 in fulfillment of its humanitarian mandate towards contributing to the well-being and livelihood of vulnerable people citizens. Some areas of MACI’s humanitarian interest include but are not limited to; Protection, Gender-based Violence Girl’s Child Education, Women, and Youth Empowerment, Sexual and Reproductive Health Education, Food Security, Nutrition, Livelihood, Community Health Education and Mobilization, etc.
MACI’s principles include Neutrality, Impartiality, Professionalism, Independence, Accountability, and Humanity. MACI upholds to outlined set principles with the utmost respect and urges employees/partners to do the same. MACI is made up of a team of experts in responding to the humanitarian needs of populations in distress. And are always open to supporting and collaborating with other actors in the cause of delivering aid whenever and wherever necessary. Empowerment is instrumentally important for achieving positive development outcomes and well-being in life which lies in doing and being what one value and has reason to value.
The organization takes pride as an equitable employer committed to find all forms of discrimination and will never ask for any remuneration to take part in a recruitment process.
GOAL/PURPOSE
The Field Senior Finance Officer will support the Country Senior Finance Manager in overseeing financial operations in MACI’s Borno and Yobe field offices. This includes ensuring compliance with donor and organizational policies, managing field budgets, processing transactions, and supporting audits and reporting requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Financial Management and Oversight
- Manage day-to-day financial operations across the Borno and Yobe field offices.
- Maintain updated financial records and ensure timely data entry and reconciliation.
- Review and verify payment requests, expense reports, and procurement documentation.
2. Budget Control and Support
- Track expenditures against project budgets and ensure proper utilization of funds.
- Alert the Finance Manager of any significant budget variances or financial risks.
- Assist in budget forecasting and proposal development.
3. Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure strict adherence to MACI financial policies, donor regulations, and Nigerian tax laws.
- Maintain organized and audit-ready financial documentation.
- Support internal and external audits, providing requested documentation and explanations.
4. Capacity Building
- Train and provide technical support to field staff on financial procedures and documentation standards.
- Promote financial literacy and accountability among non-finance personnel.
5. Reporting
- Submit monthly financial reports, bank reconciliations, and cash forecasts to the Country Office.
- Assist in the preparation of donor financial reports as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Education: BSc/HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree or professional certification (ICAN, ACCA) is an added advantage.
- Experience: Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in humanitarian finance roles, preferably in Northeast Nigeria.
- Languages: Fluency in English and Hausa required. Knowledge of Kanuri or other local dialects is an added advantage.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
- Experience using financial software (e.g., QuickBooks, Dynamics, zoho etc.)
- Strong understanding of donor compliance
CORE VALUES
- Transparency
- Accountability
- Neutrality
- Reliability
- Professionalism
- Respect for Diversity
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested candidates should fill out the application form via the link below:
🔗 https://forms.gle/K5qx6NzqckymcjUa6
Deadline for application: 19th June 2025 by 11:59 PM
Note: Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
