Jobs and Vacancies in Yola, Nigeria

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Nuru Nigeria

Finance And Grant Specialist

Yola, Nigeria

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The Norwegian Refugee Council

CLOSED

Violence Coordinator

Yola, Nigeria

Finance And Grant Specialist

Closing: Jul 19, 2024

15 days remaining

Published: Jun 24, 2024 (10 days ago)

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Qualifications
Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other related field. A Master's Degree is preferred.
  • Professional certification (ICAN, ANAN, ACCA or equivalent) is a mandatory requirement.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial management and grant administration, preferably in the non-profit sector.
    • With five years of experience in a managerial role
    • Experience managing USAID, GIZ, EU, BMZ, and other institutional donors and foundations is required.

Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of financial management principles and practices.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Attributes:

  • High level of integrity and ethical standards.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: the provided email address using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note
Non-discriminatory employment clause:

  • Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of ethnicity, colour, gender, religion, socio-economic status,age,disability or health status.
  • The management of Nuru Nigeria reserves the right to verify all of the applicant's information and conduct background checks on shortlisted candidates including reaching out to his/her previous employer.
  • Please note that only suitable and qualified candidates will beshortlisted.
  • Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other related field. A Master's Degree is preferred.
  • Professional certification (ICAN, ANAN, ACCA or equivalent) is a mandatory requirement.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial management and grant administration, preferably in the non-profit sector.
    • With five years of experience in a managerial role
    • Experience managing USAID, GIZ, EU, BMZ, and other institutional donors and foundations is required.

Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of financial management principles and practices.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Attributes:

  • High level of integrity and ethical standards.
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: the provided email address using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Note
Non-discriminatory employment clause:

  • Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of ethnicity, colour, gender, religion, socio-economic status,age,disability or health status.
  • The management of Nuru Nigeria reserves the right to verify all of the applicant's information and conduct background checks on shortlisted candidates including reaching out to his/her previous employer.
  • Please note that only suitable and qualified candidates will beshortlisted.
  • Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Position Overview

  • The Finance and Grant Specialist (FGS) will lead the finance team at Nuru Nigeria, ensuring all financial activities align with organisational goals and donor requirements.
  • The FGS will be responsible for managing grants, ensuring compliance with grant agreements, overseeing budgeting processes, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in grant management and financial oversight.

Key Duties
Financial Management:

  • Oversee and manage the organization’s financial operations.
  • Develop and monitor budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational and project goals.
  • Prepare and review financial reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements.
  • Manage cash flow and forecasting.

Grant Management:

  • Lead proposal budgeting process and support grant application process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
  • Monitor grant expenditures to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints and donor requirements.
  • Prepare and submit financial reports to donors as required by grant agreements.
  • Maintain comprehensive grant records and documentation.
  • Compliance and Reporting:
    • Ensure compliance with all financial, legal, and donor regulations.
    • Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
    • Provide regular updates to the Managing Director and the Strategic Leadership Team on financial status and grant compliance.

Team Leadership and Development:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, promoting a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
  • Coordinate training and capacity-building activities for staff to enhance financial management skills.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Strategic Planning:
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of the organisation’s strategic plan.
    • Support in Identifying and pursuing new funding opportunities to support Nuru Nigeria’s mission.
    • Collaborate with program teams to ensure financial sustainability and effectiveness of projects.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
    • Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and other stakeholders.
    • Represent Nuru Nigeria in financial and grant-related meetings and forums.
    • Communicate financial and grant-related information clearly and effectively to stakeholders.

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