This is a volunteer position designed to provide practical, hands-on experience in financial management within a development organization. Exposure to donor-funded programme finance, compliance systems, and audit processes.

Responsibilities or duties

• Support the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports for projects and the organization.
• Record financial transactions in line with accounting standards and organizational procedures.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
• Ensure proper filing and documentation of all financial records (vouchers, receipts, invoices).
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required documentation.
• Work closely with programme teams to ensure financial compliance with donor requirements and project plans.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) – mandatory requirement.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial management systems within NGOs or development programmes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Tally, or equivalent).
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Experience needed

Prior experience in NGOs or donor-funded projects is an added advantage.

Minimum commitment of 3-6 months is preferred, with flexibility based on mutual agreement.

• Support the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports for projects and the organization.
• Record financial transactions in line with accounting standards and organizational procedures.
• Assist in budget preparation and monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
• Ensure proper filing and documentation of all financial records (vouchers, receipts, invoices).
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing required documentation.
• Work closely with programme teams to ensure financial compliance with donor requirements and project plans.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Tally, or equivalent)
• High level of integrity
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) – mandatory requirement.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial management systems within NGOs or development programmes.
• Prior experience in NGOs or donor-funded projects is an added advantage.