Norwegian
Refugee Council
Finance
Assistant -
Mandera (Kenyan Nationals Only) - Kenya
Ref. nr.: 3129504465
Ref. nr.: 3129504465
Duty
Station:Mandera
The
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a non-governmental, humanitarian
organization with 60 years of experience in helping to create a safer and more
dignified life for refugees and internally displaced people.
The
Norwegian Refugee Council has approximately 5000 committed and competent
employees involved in projects across four continents.
In
addition, NRC runs one of the world’s largest standby rosters -NORCAP, with 650
professionals, ready to be deployed on 72 hours notice when a crisis occurs
All
NRC employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core
values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability.
These
attitudes and believes shall guide our actions and relationships.
Job
Description
- Adhere
to NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines
- Assist
with the implementation of the support function portfolio according to
plan of action
- Prepare
and develop status reports as required by management
- Ensure
proper filing of documents
- Promote
and share ideas for improvement of the support function
- Verify
that all vouchers and supporting documents are according to standard set
in the Financial Handbook, and enter them into the accounting system.
- Follow
up on advances and refunds
- Prepare
and arrange bank withdrawals and transfers and present for verification.
- Record
all cash movements
- Prepare
periodic financial reports and submit for review
- Maintain
the filling system for all financial and accounting for approval
- Make
approved payments
Qualifications
- Diploma
in Finance/Accounting. Bachelors degree preferred.
- Certified
Public Accountant (CPA), level 2
- Minimum
of 3 years’ relevant experience in a donor grants management role
Education
field: Finance
/ Economics
Education level: College / University, Bachelor's degree
Personal qualities
Education level: College / University, Bachelor's degree
Personal qualities
- Excellent
interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
- Good
financial analysis skills
- Good
knowledge of financial reporting systems
- Ability
to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability
to work well with people from diverse cultures and communicate
effectively.
- Ability
to work independently and as part of a team
- Good
computer skills in MS Office.
Language: English
We offer
We offer
Duration
of Contract: Up to
December 2016 with possible extension
Salary
/ Benefits: According
to NRC's general directions. The candidate will observe NRC's code of conduct
and working hours for the NRC office in Mandera.
How to
Apply
Go to www.nrc.no to apply online