Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) is an international, private, non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian organization. Our organization offers assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters, to victims of armed conflict, without discrimination irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation. We have been working in Nigeria since February 1996. A Memorandum of Understanding between Medecins Sans Frontieres and the Federal Government of Nigeria facilitates this. MSF-OCA employees are guided by a Code of Conduct which aims to strengthen and support ethical cultures throughout MSF-OCA, based on the core values that guide our medical humanitarian mission.
Job Type: Definite Contract (1 Year with the Possibility of Extension)
Duty Station: Gummi, Zamfara State
Publication Date: 26th November 2025 Deadline for Applications:
3rd December 2025 (5:00pm)
Main objective and responsibility of the position
Perform administrative and finance related tasks and follow up of project accountancy to support the Project Finance Manager following MSF standard and procedures, in order to ensure legal compliance and keep a strict control over monetary resources to achieve project objectives
Accountabilities
- Implementing cash management procedures in order to ensure the highest control and security, assisting the Project Fin Manager in the prevision of monthly treasury and planning in order to en- sure the coverage of daily needs, advances on salaries, payroll, etc.
- Processing the payment to suppliers and keep strict on all documentation involved, informing the administration manager of any sort of disparity
- Carrying out all accounting tasks and activities, classifying, preparing and filing of all accounting pieces in accounting software, in order to ensure strict control of all expenditures and the reliability of statements and documentation.
- Following up of all expiring rental contract dates and inform the Administration Manager in order to leave enough time to arrange a renewal or look for some other alternative.
- Making all administrative information available to the staff (posting, meetings, etc.), supporting the Project Finance Manager in translating documents into local language and assisting in meetings upon request.
- Any other administrative task delegated by the Project Finance Manager.
MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities
- Process all bank payments after receiving and reviewing the supporting documentation for compliance with the finance policy, quality standards and the beneficiaries’ banking details.
- Liaise with coordination in terms of doing the paperwork necessary for any bank transaction and follow up.
- Ensure that the monthly closing deadlines are respected, actively follow up and inform the manager if deadlines are approaching in terms of the normal monthly financial procedures.
- Assisting the Finance /HR Manager in the prevision of monthly financial plannin in order to ensure the coverage of daily project needs. Ensure collaboration with department supervisors to facilitate accuracy.
- Ensuring respect of and strict compliance to MSF standards (Chart of accounts, quality of documents, Authorization table, expense validation procedures, cash security rules, etc.).
- Processing the payment to suppliers/third parties and keeping strict oversight on all documentation involved, informing the administration manager of any sort of disparity.
- Responsible to ensure all receipts meet MSF requirements (deadlines, information, signatures).
- Checking individual entries and preparing the necessary originals documents for efficient justification and explanation of payments and receipts made.
- Prepare the hardcopies according to the month-end checklist and ensure proper filing of financial documentation. Review the projects’ bookkeeping to ensure that the supporting documentation complies with the finance policy standards and ensure exception reports are completed as required.
- Update the food-kitty costs and charge out to International staff’s sub accounts on a monthly basis.
- Be adaptable in terms of taking on new tasks and adjusting to ad-hoc requesting
- Be friendly and welcome to all staff encourage having an open and safe environment in the office
REQUIREMENTS (QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE)
To apply for this role applicants MUST meet the following criteria:
Education Desirable finance, Accounting, business or administration related degree.
Experience Essential previous working experience of at least two years in relevant jobs.
Desirable experience in MSF or other NGOs in developing countries
Languages Mission language and local language essential
Knowledge Essential computer literacy (word, excel, internet) and strong in Unifield instance
Competencies Results and Quality Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation, Behavioural Flexibility, Commitment to MSF Principles, Stress Management
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please use this link: https://cutt.ly/httVmluj to complete your application.
- To complete your application, please email your Cover Letter, latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of only necessary credentials as one document with telephone contact details (daytime) to [email protected]with the subject of the email – FINANCE ASSISTANT.
- Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
- Lastly, only one online application form should be submitted as multiple submissions will not be considered.
Notes:
- The deadline for the position is 3rd December 2025 (5:00 PM)
- Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted. If you don’t hear from us within a month, please
assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
- No Transportation and/or Allowance will be provided during the recruitment process.
- Any document sent to MSF-OCA (CV, cover letter, copies of diploma etc.) will not be returned.
- No accommodation will be provided upon resuming to the job location if selected.
- By submitting your application, you consent to Médecins Sans Frontières
(MSF) using your personal data only for purposes related to the recruitment process. The information collected is necessary to assess and validate the application to select the most suitable candidate. Your data will be treated confidentially and destroyed after 12 months. Only MSF staff directly involved in the recruitment process have access to your data. MSF does not sell or
share your data with third parties under any circumstances.
MSF is an equal opportunities employer and promotes diversity within the organization.
Qualified FEMALE Candidates are encouraged to Apply.
