Young Women Christian Association in Ethiopia is an affiliate member to World YWCA, an international voluntary membership movement that connects women leading social and economic change in over 120 countries. YWCA in Ethiopia was initially founded in 1962 and reestablished in 2000 then re-registered as Ethiopian resident charity following proclamation 621/2009 and again re-registered with revised CSO 1113/2019 proclamation under FDRE CSO agency.

Job Summary:

This is one of a key position in the structure of the organization. The incumbent is responsible for planning, coordinating, establishing and maintaining financial management policies and procedures for grants and other funds remitted to the organization by Donors. He/she ensures timely, accurate and useful financial information production and provides technical support to the General Secretary and Project Coordinators of the organization. He/she is responsible to ensure that organization’s financial management is in compliance with all regulatory requirements as relating to the YWCA’s, donor(s) and country/government financial rules and regulations.

Experience – Mid-Level 5 and above years’ experience)

Employment Type – Contract

Reports to: General Secretary

Required Number:  One (1)

Term of employment: – Annually renewed based on performance and availability of fund

Qualification and Experience:

• BA Degree in Finance and/or Accounting plus equivalent or more than 5 years work experience in NGOs
• Trained in IPSAS
• NGO work experience is Mandatory.

Technical Skills Required:

• Proven administrative, leadership, Supervisory and management experience of managing a team of Finance and Admin professionals, creating a climate of continuous improvement. Well versatile with advanced accounting software such as Peach tree, accounting guidelines & Principles, and good
• Application of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point and Outlook software, Ability to produce and implement clear financial procedures and evaluate the internal control environment.