Wednesday 27 April 2011

Job Vacancy for Finance Officers at Action Aid International

Job Vacancy for Finance Officers at Action Aid International

ActionAid Nigeria (AAN) is one of ActionAid Country Programmes around the world. ActionAid is an International Non-Governmental organization registered in The Netherlands with headquarters in Johannesburg South Africa. ActionAid International works in 47 countries in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas. 22 of these country programmes, affiliates or associates are in Africa and are led by Africans.

To effectively consolidate on our country strategy, AAN is inviting applications from qualified candidates to fill the position of Finance Officers (2 positions) based in Lagos & Abuja.

Person Specifications

Education/Qualifications

Degree in Accounting or Finance is essential. Chartered Accounting Professional Certification is desirable.

Experience

At least five (5) years post NYSC experience, three (3) of which must have been spent in a finance position. Sound practical knowledge of SUN accounting software and Spreadsheets (MS Office in general) are essential. Experience in working with international development agencies is desirable.

Skill/Abilities

Attention to details; fluency in spoken and written English language; ability to work independently and in a team & highly numerate skills are essential.

Excellent planning and prioritization skills & strong analytical/problem solving skills are desirable.

Personal Qualities

A well developed and proven interpersonal & organisational management skills; ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment; creative and able to take initiative; ready to work additional hours at crucial times and a high sense of integrity are essential.

All interested candidates should fill in the application form as accessed from the application pack on www.actionaid-ngr.org or www.actionaid-nigeria.org. the application pack contains the vacancy announcement, Job Description and Application form.

ActionAid offers competitive terms of employment. Applications from women are particularly welcome. Applications are also particularly welcome from candidates living with HIV/AIDs(PLWHAs).

Closing date for receipt of application forms is 9th May 2011. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Only electronically completed forms will be entertained and should be mailed to vacancy.nigeria@actionaid.org. Applications will ONLY be considered if submitted on AAN’s Standard Application forms.

Subject line of application emails must show position applied for and name of applicant with surname first.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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