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Field Finance Coordinator | Addis Ababa

Field Finance Coordinator | Addis Ababa

Youth Impact Labs East AfricaRiyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
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About Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps has been present in Ethiopia since 2004, working to drive bold and transformative ideas. We collaborate closely with government, the private sector, and civil society to build a resilient country. Our vision is to enhance the resilience of climate and conflict-affected communities through market systems development, improving livelihoods, access to food, and water. Our strategy focuses on four outcomes : 1) improved livelihoods for marginalized populations; 2) access to safe, nutritious food; 3) social cohesion and inclusive governance; 4) equitable access to clean water and sanitation. We operate across multiple regions in Ethiopia, supported by diverse donors including USAID, EU, UN, and others.

Position Overview

Position Title : Field Finance Coordinator

Duty Station : Addis Ababa

Open Positions : 1

Position Summary

The Finance Department manages financial functions such as accounting, payments, payroll, budgeting, reporting, and grant compliance. The Coordinator, under the supervision of the Field Finance Manager, will handle daily financial tasks, MIS oversight, and reporting. The role requires proactive, independent, and strategic thinking, with a focus on capacity building and compliance monitoring, including 20% travel to project sites for capacity building and audits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Compliance Monitoring (35%) : Ensure adherence to donor and internal policies, monitor audit recommendations, and oversee compliance with host government regulations.
  • Financial Accounting & Budgeting (30%) : Maintain financial records, ensure timely and accurate vouchers, support audits, and review balance sheets.
  • MIS Supervision (35%) : Oversee transaction postings, reconciliations, and support audit processes, ensuring system integrity and accuracy.

Team & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Develop team capacity and foster a respectful work environment.
  • Interface with donors and partners, representing Mercy Corps professionally.

    • Security & Organizational Learning

  • Ensure compliance with security policies.
  • Contribute 5% of time to organizational learning activities.

    • Accountability & Ethics

  • Support beneficiary accountability and adhere to safeguarding policies.
  • Complete mandatory ethics and conduct training.

    • Qualifications

  • Minimum five years of progressive financial experience, preferably in INGOs, with experience managing USAID, EU, UN grants.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s in Business, Accounting, Finance; equivalent experience considered.
  • Proficiency in computerized accounting systems, MS Office, especially Excel.
  • Excellent English communication skills.

    • Additional Information

  • Willingness to travel 20%+ to project sites.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Adherence to safeguarding and ethical standards.

    • Interested candidates should submit applications electronically, including CV, references, and relevant documents, by 14 July 2024, 4 : 00 PM. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging women and youth to apply.

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