Financial Management & Donor Compliance
\nSub-Grant & Partner Financial Management
\nRisk Management & Accountability
\nMinimum Qualifications
\nKey Skills and Competencies<\/p>\n
Financial Management & Donor Compliance<\/p>\n
Lead day-to-day financial management of the project in compliance with donor regulations, organisational policies and statutory requirements.
\nManage project budgets, expenditure tracking, cash flow forecasting and financial reconciliations.
\nPrepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports within stipulated donor reporting timelines.
\nMonitor expenditure trends and budget utilisation and provide financial analysis and recommendations to project leadership.
\nEnsure accurate maintenance of financial records, accounting documentation and expenditure trackers.
\nProcess payments, advances, retirements and financial transactions related to project implementation activities.
\nSupport procurement and financial compliance processes in collaboration with programme and operations teams.
\nCoordinate project audits, donor compliance reviews and financial assessments.
\nSupport preparation of budget revisions, donor budget modifications and financial projections where necessary.
\nEnsure compliance with statutory obligations, tax requirements and organisational financial procedures.<\/p>\n
Sub-Grant & Partner Financial Management<\/p>\n
Coordinate financial accountability processes for sub-grants and partner organisations across multiple African countries.
\nReview partner financial reports, supporting documentation and expenditure reconciliations to ensure compliance with donor and organisational requirements.
\nMonitor partner expenditure trends, budget utilisation and compliance risks and recommend corrective action where necessary.
\nSupport partner capacity strengthening on financial reporting, documentation standards and donor compliance requirements.
\nTrack partner disbursements and financial reporting timelines across implementation cycles.<\/p>\n
Risk Management & Accountability<\/p>\n
Strengthen and maintain effective financial control systems, accountability mechanisms and risk management procedures.
\nSupport fraud prevention measures, compliance monitoring systems and financial safeguarding processes.
\nIdentify and escalate financial and operational risks affecting project delivery and donor accountability.
\nEnsure confidentiality and integrity in management of sensitive financial and organisational information.<\/p>\n
Minimum Qualifications<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration or a related field. Professional accounting qualification such as ACCA, CIMA, CIS, CPA or equivalent is an added advantage.
\nMinimum of 5 years of relevant experience managing finances for donor-funded projects within civil society, governance, media development, human rights or international development sectors.
\nDemonstrated experience managing institutional donor grants, particularly Sida, EU, UN agencies or similar international funding mechanisms, is highly desirable.<\/p>\n
Key Skills and Competencies<\/p>\n
Strong expertise in donor compliance, grants management and financial reporting for institutional donors.
\nProven experience managing multi-country project finances and sub-grant accountability processes.
\nStrong budgeting, financial analysis and cash flow management skills.
\nExperience coordinating audits, financial reviews and compliance assessments.
\nHigh level of integrity, accountability and attention to detail.
\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.
\nExcellent organisational and time management skills with ability to work under strict reporting timelines.
\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work across multicultural and cross-border teams.
\nProficiency in accounting software, financial systems and advanced spreadsheet reporting tools.
\nUnderstanding of digital rights, civic space, technology governance or human rights programming in Africa is an added advantage.<\/p>\n
About the CompanyAfrica\u2019s leading creative and digital rights organisationsView all jobs at this company \u2192Job Summary Job TypeFixed Time LocationGaborone \ufe0fCategoryAccounting & Finance Closing DateMay 29, 2026<\/p>\n
Job Application Details<\/p>\n
APPLICATION DETAILS
\nHow To Apply
\nInterested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit a Cover Letter and CV with the subject line: \u201cFinance Officer \u201d to: recruittoday2024@gmail.com
\nApplications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
\nOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
\nWe strongly encourage applications from women and candidates with experience working in civil society, digital rights and Pan-African programming contexts.
\nApplications close: 29 May 2026<\/p>\n
Organisation Name<\/p>\n
Magamba Network<\/p>\n
Region<\/p>\n
Southern Africa<\/p>\n
Closing Date<\/p>\n
May 29, 2026<\/p>\n
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