Organization: Birrama (in partnership with Farm Africa)

Project: IRIF (P4G/WRI Funded)

Location: Project Site / Liaison Office

Application Deadline: March 22, 2026 (5:30 PM)

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Core Purpose of the Role

The Administration and Finance Officer is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial, accounting, and administrative functions for Birrama’s component of the IRIF project.

This role ensures strict compliance with Birrama and Farm Africa policies, as well as donor (WRI/P4G) regulations. You will provide the organizational backbone necessary to support the technical team, ensuring timely financial reporting and effective resource management.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management & Accounting

• Bookkeeping: Manage project financial books, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and coded in compliance with international standards (IFRS/IPSAS).

• Payments: Prepare and track all project-related payments, including vendor invoices, staff expenses, and partner fund transfers.

• Reconciliation: Conduct monthly bank and cash reconciliations and prepare trial balances for internal review.

• Reporting: Lead the preparation of quarterly financial reports for Farm Africa and donors, ensuring adherence to specific donor formats.

2. Administrative & Compliance Support

• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive physical and digital project records (procurement, HR, and contracts) for audit readiness.

• Procurement: Manage the procurement of project assets and services through transparent and competitive bidding processes.

• HR Support: Oversee staff onboarding, leave tracking, and timesheet management for project-hired personnel.

• Asset Management: Serve as the custodian of project assets, maintaining an up-to-date and insured asset register.

3. Budgeting & Audit Facilitation

• Planning: Assist the Project Manager in annual and semi-annual budget forecasting and revisions.

• Audit Coordination: Facilitate all internal and external audits by ensuring documentation is readily available and queries are addressed promptly.

• Tax Compliance: Ensure full adherence to Ethiopian tax laws, labor laws, and donor financial regulations.

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About You

1. Education & Technical Skills

• Degree: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration. Professional certification (e.g., ACCA) is highly desirable.

• Software: Proven proficiency in Peachtree, QuickBooks, and advanced Microsoft Excel for financial analysis.

• Standards: Strong knowledge of IFRS/IPSAS and experience with donor-funded reporting (NGO/WRI/P4G).

2. Professional Experience

• Tenure: Minimum of 2 years of progressive experience in finance and administration.

• Cycle Management: Demonstrated experience in the complete project finance cycle—from budgeting to audit preparation.

• Logistics: Proven experience in managing procurement and administrative logistics.

3. Language & Competencies

• English: Fluency (written and spoken) is essential for donor reporting.

• Local Languages: Professional working proficiency in Amharic is required; Afaan Oromo is highly preferred for project liaison.

• Organization: High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.

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How To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates must submit their application via email before the deadline.

Required Documents:

1. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

2. Relevant Academic and Professional Credentials.

Submission Guidelines:

• Email: job@irif.world

• Subject Line: Must clearly state “Administration and Finance Officer – IRIF Project”.

• Deadline: March 22, 2026, at 5:30 PM.

Important Notes:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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