Background
Concern for Women and Children Development Foundation (COWACDI) is a woman- led organization born out of passion for the wellbeing of Women and Children in Nigeria. It has a special interest in mitigating the suffering of the vulnerable persons (mostly Women & Children) in times of crisis. Currently the organization has focused its attention on the Northeast of Nigeria with special emphasis in Borno, Yobe and Adamawa states (BAY states) due to the decade old crises. COWACDI intervenes through community-based approach in addressing humanitarian and development needs since its establishment in 1998, these include in Protection, Peace Building, Housing Land & Property (HLP), Nonfood Items (NFI), Livelihood, WASH, Nutrition, Livelihood, amongst others. These interventions have directly benefited thousands of children, women, men, girls and boys of all groups. Determined to expand her interventions to reach more vulnerable people in conflict affected regions. COWACDI operates with full respect to humanitarian laws, concrete policies and principles of international standard such as humanity, Do no harm, impartiality, neutrality, independency and accountability to affected population and zero Tolerance to Fraud and related activities.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Employment Type: Full-Time
Qualification: BSc/HND
Experience: 1-3 Years
Location: Kebbi, State.
Job Field: Operations
Reports to: Finance Coordinator
Contractual Arrangement: External
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Contractual Arrangement: External Contract Duration: 6 Months
Roles/Responsibilities:
- Assist in the preparation and processing of payment vouchers, invoices, and staff reimbursements.
- Maintain accurate financial records, including cashbooks, bank transactions, and supporting documentation.
- Support monthly bank reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items.
- Assist in payroll preparation, including salary schedules, statutory deductions (PAYE, pension, NHF), and staff advances.
- Assist with withholding tax (WHT) computation and documentation.
- Ensure proper filing (physical and electronic) of all financial documents.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Support office administration, including filing, documentation, and correspondence.
- Assist in procurement processes: request for quotations (RFQs), vendor documentation, and purchase tracking.
- Maintain asset and inventory registers and support periodic asset verification.
- Coordinate logistics for meetings, trainings, workshops, and travel.
- Manage petty cash and ensure timely retirement of advances.
- Support staff onboarding documentation and maintain personnel files.
- Liaise with vendors, service providers, and consultants as required.
- Provide logistical support for field visits and events.
- Assist in data collection, entry, and analysis for project monitoring and evaluation.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements.
- Respond to internal and external communications related to the project.
Desirable Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Team player with a proactive attitude.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 1–3 years relevant experience in finance or administration, preferably in an NGO or donor-funded organization.
- Basic knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations and taxation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Experience using accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) is an advantage.
- NYSC Certificate or Exemption Letter.
Language required:
Fluency in oral and written English is required. Hausa and Native Language of the area would be an added advantage.
Application Closing Date
20th February 2026.
Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should kindly forward their Cover letter and CV in a single PDF format via an email to [email protected] stating the position and location of the position as the subject of their mail.
Additional Information
COWACDI is an equal –opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, gender, religion, etc. Kindly ensure that you can work in this location when applying.
COWACDI regrets that, due to the large number of applications we receive, we are unable to reply to every applicant. If you are being considered for the role, a recruiter will contact you. If you are not contacted within 2 weeks, you should consider your application not successful on this occasion.
Note:
- Never pay for any training, certificate, assessment, or testing fee.
- Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
- No application after the closing date will be considered.
