Reporting To: Executive Director (ED)
\nLocation: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
\nEmployment Type: Full-Time
\nStart Date: Mar 16, 2026
\nI. Organization Overview
\nBackground
\nOur organization strives to provide accessible, affordable, and quality maternal and child healthcare services in Ethiopia, addressing high maternal and neonatal mortality rates. We empower mothers, support newborns, and invest in the future generation through strategic programs.
\nVision
\nA future where every mother experiences safe childbirth, every newborn thrives, and every child has the opportunity to grow and develop to their fullest potential in Ethiopia.
\nMission
\nTo empower communities for healthier futures by enhancing maternal and child healthcare, promoting integrated Early Childhood Development (ECD), and supporting economically disadvantaged mothers.
\nII. Role Summary
\nThe Finance & Administration Officer is a critical role responsible for ensuring the organization\u2019s financial health, operational efficiency, and strict regulatory compliance. This officer will oversee and execute accounting, budgeting, grant reporting, human resources, procurement, and general administrative functions essential to supporting the organization\u2019s mission in Ethiopia.
\nThis role requires a meticulous professional with foundational knowledge of local financial regulations and nonprofit accounting standards (IFRS\/IPSAS). While hands-on experience managing financial processes for donor-funded projects is highly preferred, we strongly encourage quick, proactive learners who are committed to rapidly acquiring this specific expertise.
\nIII. Key Responsibilities
\nA. Financial Management and Reporting
\nAccounting & Oversight
\nManage all day-to-day accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable\/receivable, payroll, and fixed asset management, ensuring compliance with the necessary financial reporting standards for Ethiopian charities and societies, including IPSAS, IFRS, or IFRS for SMEs, and tax reporting standards of MoR, as applicable.
\nBudgeting
\nSupport the annual budgeting process, working with the Executive Director and program leads to forecast expenses and revenue for Capacity Building, ECD, and Economic Empowerment initiatives.
\nFinancial Reporting
\nPrepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with help from an outsourced accountant for the Executive Director and the Board. Produce detailed financial reports tailored to donor requirements for grants and restricted funds.
\nCash Flow Management
\nMonitor cash flow projections and balances to ensure liquidity and optimal utilization of resources.
\nAudit Management
\nAssist the Executive Director in coordinating and managing annual external audits, ensuring all documentation and processes are prepared and compliant.
\nB. Administration, Operations, and HR
\nHuman Resources
\nAssist in overseeing core HR functions, including contract management, maintenance of personnel records, coordination of recruitment, and processing of monthly payroll and associated tax deductions.
\nProcurement and Logistics
\nExecute transparent procurement policies for all goods and services, including facility equipment and program supplies. Manage contracts and relationships with key vendors under the supervision of the Executive Director.
\nOffice & Facility Management
\nEnsure the efficient operation of the office infrastructure in Addis Ababa, including IT systems, physical security, and maintenance. Provide administrative support for field operations related to health facility capacity building.
\nLogistical Support
\nCoordinate logistical and administrative support for all events, training sessions, and community outreach efforts, especially children\u2019s health awareness creation events and maternal training programs.
\nC. Compliance and Risk Management
\nStatutory Compliance
\nEnsure strict adherence to Ethiopian labor laws and all relevant local laws governing non-profits, including requirements for registration, transparency, and audits, as well as national tax requirements.
\nDonor Compliance
\nMaintain detailed records and processes to ensure compliance with financial terms and reporting requirements of all organizational grants and agreements.
\nRisk Mitigation
\nSupport the Executive Director in identifying and mitigating financial and operational risks across the organization, developing internal controls to safeguard assets and prevent fraud.<\/p>\n
About You<\/p>\n
IV. Qualifications
\nA. Educational Requirements
\nRequired:
\nBachelor\u2019s degree (BA) in Accounting (most preferred), Finance, or a related field.
\nPreferred:
\nProfessional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) or a Master\u2019s degree in Finance or Business.
\nB. Professional Experience<\/p>\n
Minimum 1 year of experience in finance, accounting, or administrative management, preferably within the non-profit sector.
\nFamiliarity (1 year preferred) working specifically within the non-profit\/NGO sector in Ethiopia, with exposure to managing donor-funded project accounts.
\nFoundational knowledge and experience navigating Ethiopian tax and regulatory frameworks for NGOs.
\nProven ability to set up, manage, and use computerized accounting systems.
\nExperience supporting HR processes, managing payroll, and overseeing general office administration<\/p>\n
C. Core Competencies<\/p>\n
Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
\nHigh integrity and commitment to transparent financial practices.
\nExcellent proficiency in Amharic and English (both written and spoken).
\nAbility to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial staff and the Executive Director.
\nCommitment to the mission of improving maternal and child health outcomes in Ethiopia.<\/p>\n
V. Compensation and Benefits
\nBase Salary: The net monthly salary is 10,000 ETB.
\nOther Benefits: To be determined.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"Meklit Charitable Organization","_company_website":"","_company_tagline":"","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job_listing_region":[11],"job-categories":[],"job-types":[12],"class_list":{"0":"post-2348","1":"job_listing","2":"type-job_listing","3":"status-expired","4":"hentry","5":"job_listing_region-ethiopia","7":"job-type-full-time"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings\/2348","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-listings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2348"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_region","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_region?post=2348"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-categories?post=2348"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/ethiopia\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job-types?post=2348"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}