Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)
Position: Finance Assistant
Industry: Company Non-profit / Humanitarian Aid
Employment Type: Contractor
Placement: Sokoto, Sokoto State
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Job Description
Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders) is seeking candidates for a position in Finance Assistant based in Sokoto, Sokoto State. If you are interested in this opportunity, please review the details below.
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is the world's leading independent international medical relief organization, implementing and managing medical projects in close to 72 countries worldwide. MSF is a worldwide movement of 25 associations, 24 sections, 17 offices, and 6 operational entities. Our work focuses on emergency medical and humanitarian relief, guided by the principles of independence, neutrality, and impartiality, as described in the MSF Charter. We implement our medical programs in areas where no health or sanitary systems exist, or where health structures are overwhelmed by the needs of populations.
For 50 years, MSF has been providing medical assistance to people affected by armed conflicts, natural disasters, disease epidemics, malnutrition crises, and other emergencies. We offer medical and humanitarian assistance to people based on their needs, irrespective of race, religion, gender, or political affiliation. We observe neutrality in situations of conflict and impartiality in the name of medical ethics. To ensure our independence, the majority of our funding is provided by private donations from members of the public, with additional funding from foundations, governments, and international institutions.
The main objective of the Finance Assistant position is to execute administrative and finance-related tasks and follow up on project accountancy to support the Project Finance Manager. This is done following MSF standards and procedures to ensure legal compliance and strict control over monetary resources to achieve project objectives.
As the Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for implementing cash management procedures, assisting in the provision of monthly treasury and planning, processing payments to suppliers, and maintaining strict control over all documentation involved. You will carry out all accounting tasks, classify, prepare, and file all accounting pieces in the accounting software to ensure strict control of all expenditures and the reliability of statements and documentation.
The Finance Assistant is also responsible for following up on expiring rental contract dates, making administrative information available to the staff, supporting the Project Finance Manager in translating documents, and assisting in meetings upon request. Additionally, you will systematically record all cash movements, ensure the availability of funds for the cash box, monitor operational advances, and establish daily cash balances. You will also ensure that each payment file contains all the required documents and that they comply with MSF standards and local policies.
Job Detail
Responsibilities
- Implement cash management procedures to ensure the highest control and security.
- Assist in the provision of monthly treasury and planning to ensure the coverage of daily needs.
- Process payments to suppliers and maintain strict control over all documentation.
- Carry out all accounting tasks and activities, classify, prepare, and file all accounting pieces in accounting software.
- Follow up on expiring rental contract dates and inform the Administration Manager.
- Make all administrative information available to the staff, support in translating documents, and assist in meetings.
- Systematically record all cash movements and ensure the availability of funds for the cash box.
- Monitor operational advances in accordance with current procedures.
- Establish daily cash balances and draw up a weekly physical inventory of the cash.
- Ensure that each payment file contains all required documents and complies with MSF standards.
- Process payments to suppliers and maintain strict control over all required documents.
- Ensure that each payment has been pre-authorized by the Finance Manager or Project Coordinator.
- Keep the "Bank Register" up to date according to the order of cheque and transfer numbers.
- File and prepare all accounting elements required by the Finance Manager.
- File and store accounting documents for the monthly closing within the allotted deadlines.
- Request technical support from the Accounting Manager.
Job Requirements
Before applying, please take the time to thoroughly review and comprehend the job requirements outlined below. Ensuring that you meet all the specified criteria will significantly enhance your candidacy for the Finance Assistant position at Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders):
Qualifications
- Essential: Previous working experience of at least two years in relevant jobs.
- Desirable: Experience in MSF or other NGOs in developing countries.
- Desirable: Finance, Business, or Administration related Diploma.
Education Requirements
- Desirable: Finance, Business, or Administration related Diploma.
Experience Requirements
- Essential: Previous working experience of at least two years in relevant jobs.
- Desirable: Experience in MSF or other NGOs in developing countries.
Skills
- Results and Quality Orientation
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Behavioral Flexibility
- Commitment to MSF Principles
- Stress Management
- Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel, Internet)
Salary, Benefits and incentive
Provided below are the offerings in terms of salary, benefits, and incentives awaiting you in the role of Finance Assistant at Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders):
Salary
NGN 4,000,000 - 6,000,000 per-Year.
Job Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Incentive Compensation
- Performance-based bonuses
- End-of-year bonuses
Date posted: July 12, 2024
Posted on: Sokoto
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Apply NowThis role is crucial for ensuring the financial integrity and efficiency of MSF's humanitarian projects in Sokoto. The Finance Assistant will be working closely with the Project Finance Manager to implement and oversee financial procedures, ensuring compliance with MSF standards and legal requirements. This position requires a high level of integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a challenging environment.
