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Finance Officer

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Baidoa, Bay, Somalia
Full-time

The position holder will contribute to the implementation of effective and accountable financial and asset control systems. With the assistance of the Finance and Support Service Manager, the position holder will implement planning, tracking and reporting mechanisms which contribute to effective and accountable programs.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Promote awareness of World Vision policies and procedures;
  • With the assistance of the Finance and Support Services Manager, facilitate day-to-day finance transactions;
  • Maintain and analyze various finance/assets tracking tools, providing updates to FSS Manager as required;
  • Providing technical back-stopping to programs teams in the preparation of various finance documents;
  • Support in the preparation and updating of various budget planning documents;
  • Analyze existing practice and advice on improvements.
Educational Background: 
A Degree in Accounting or Finance from a recognized Institution.
Skills/Experience: 

The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:

  • Experience: 2/3 years of experience in a related field;
  • Experience with World Vision 1.5 to 3 years;
  • Ability to articulate in written and spoken English at Basic level;
  • Ability to present financial data in a clear and coherent manner;

Working Environment / Conditions:

  • Work environment: Office-based with frequent travel to the field
  • Travel: 15% domestic/international travel required
Job Function: 

Organization Info

World Vision

Overview
Headquarters: 
Federal Way, WA, United States
Annual Budget : 
More than $500M
Founded: 
1982
About Us
Mission: 

Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness; Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so. World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. Inspired by our Christian values, we are dedicated to working with the world's most vulnerable people. We serve all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.

Our mission: World Vision is an international partnership of Christians whose mission is to follow our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ in working with the poor and oppressed to promote human transformation, seek justice, and bear witness to the good news of the Kingdom of God.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Jan 12 2018
Active Until: 
Feb 13 2018
Hiring Organization: 
World Vision
industry: 
Nonprofit