Care Best Initiative (CBI) is a government registered and recognized Woman-Led and Youth-driven National Non-Governmental Organization (NNGO) founded in 2019. Our mission is to save lives, alleviate the suffering of most vulnerable children, adolescents (lower and older), young people, women and People With Disabilities (PWD); to maintain human dignity during and in the aftermath of man-made crises and natural disasters, among those affected by them; as well as to prevent and strengthen preparedness for the occurrence of such situation; and to promote their rights in the society. We have implemented various donor and self-funded projects/activities in several areas of humanitarian needs among Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), returnees and host communities. We are actively present in Northeast (Borno, Adamawa, Yobe and Bauchi States) and Northwest (Zamfara, Sokoto and Kebbi states) Nigeria. CBI employs a multi-sectorial stakeholder-engagement and community-inclusion approach to the implementation of all her programs and activities, and is well experienced in advocacy, influencing, awareness creation and behavioral change programming. Our thematic areas of operations cut across sectors like Health (FP, SRH, HIV/AIDS & RI), Education, Nutrition (CMAM, MIYCN), Protection (GBV, Child Protection, GE&I), Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Food Security & Livelihood (FSL) among others with the objectives to improve access to basic and reproductive health services, and support distressed families. We also facilitate developmental programs, such as stakeholders’ advocacy campaigns against systemic and deep-rooted gender inequalities and barriers that will improve the socio-economic status of the most vulnerable (including orphans, PLWHA, PWDs, out-of-school children, Almajiri students and Islamiyya students), promote infrastructural and environmental development, and promote equitable gender and social activities in communities. As our activities are also aimed at strengthening the resilience of the most vulnerable and build their capacity and self-reliance through education, sensitization and awareness creation, CBI works in partnership with the Ministry of Budget and Planning, the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, and Women’s Affairs, Ministry of Health as well as other relevant line-ministries for implementation. CBI also partners with other local and international partners and is an active member of several Clusters, Working groups and CSO Networks in all her states of operation and at the national level is a member of the Coalition of NGOs in Nigeria.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Finance Officer will be responsible for financial activities in the project implementation of ‘Delivering RRM WASH Assistance’ project in two LGAs of Borno State. Under guidance of the Finance Coordinator, this position will support the Finance department’s management of accounting systems, policies, and procedures in compliance with accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donor’s rules and regulations, and legal requirements to support high-quality programs serving the vulnerable. As part of an experienced finance team, you will help coordinate daily financial activities
through the duties outlined below.
Job Title: Finance Officer
Job type: Contractual – Six (6) months
Job Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Region: Northeast, Nigeria
Vacancy: Two (2) Department: Program
Reports to: Project Officer, CBI Responsible for: “Delivering RRM WASH Assistance” project of CBI
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JOB DESCRIPTION/PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Tasks and Main Responsibilities
• Provide operational oversight function on cash/bank transactions in the finance unit for this project
• Ensure accuracy of all data required for processing financial transactions to assigned accounts into the QuickBooks financial accounting package.
• Participate in the improvement of the accounting system and internal control.
• Follow up and review all project-related travel requests and liquidations in line
with travel policy.
• Prepare bank reconciliation statements on a monthly basis for review by the Finance Lead timely.
• Monitor balances in account receivables and payables, prepare reports on material exceptions to policies or identify long outstanding ones for corrective actions
• Ensure that all statutory deductions such as Withholding Tax (WHT) are promptly remitted to the relevant statutory authority monthly
• Assist in conducting training on financial matters for the project team when necessary.
• Support the preparation of monthly and end-of-project financial reports
• Accomplish other tasks as requested by the Finance Lead.
JOB HOLDER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge (Education & Related Experience):
• B.Sc. or HND. in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is strongly preferred. A master’s level degree is an advantage.
• A minimum of 2 years of progressive financial management experience on development projects is required.
• Experience and knowledge of Global Fund regulations, policies, procedures, and familiarity with
sub grants management is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Strong analytical and computer skills, especially with accounting software, spreadsheets, and financial analysis, and knowledge of the usage of Quick Book are preferred.
Skills (Special Training or Competence):
• Ability to observe and understand cultural and social contexts and reflect the understandings in programming
• Excellent analytical and report writing skills
• Strong community engagement and facilitation skill
• Ability to infuse positive energy to the team
• Attention to detail, keen at following procedures and meeting deadlines
• Ability to organize tasks simultaneously and prioritize work
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills working with cross cultural and multi diverse teams
• Ability to build strong working relationships for partnerships
• Standards of Professional Conduct especially on integrity, service, and accountability
Key Behaviors:
• Interpersonal and intercultural sensitivity.
• Social and receptive (active listener).
• High degree of integrity.
• Ability to work independently and as a part of the team, as the situation dictates.
• Pro-active and ready to take initiative.
• Ability to assimilate and handle a wide range of information efficiently and effectively.
• High level of stress tolerance and ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Willingness to undertake extensive field trip within PCO working area.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS (excluding own line manager and staff)
Internal
• Program Coordinator/State Coordinator
• Finance and Support Services team
• Various staff based in all CBI core departments, as and when necessary (e.g. funding, PDA, MEAL, finance, PPA) External
• Partners
• Consultants
• Service Providers/Stakeholders (Other NGOs)
• Government agencies
• Community leaders/CBOs
HOW TO APPLY:
Kindly submit your CV, cover letter and other “Necessary” documents ONLY in PDF format for this application to this link https://bit.ly/WASHRECRUITMENT or email: [email protected] with the subject of the email as ONLY “FINANCE OFFICER BORNO 2023”
NOTE:
• Only applications submitted online will be reviewed
• Only one application email should be submitted as multiple submission will be tantamount to automatic disqualification
• The deadline for submissions is 12 March, 2023 (11.59 PM), However, applications submitted
before this date will be reviewed on a rolling-basis
• By submitting your Application for this position you agreed to CBI ZERO Tolerance to:
o Fraud
o Sexual Harassment, Exploitation, Abuse and Child Abuse
• Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes diversity and inclusion.
• Care Best Initiative (CBI) provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
• Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.
