Danish Refugee Council (DRC), one of the world's leading humanitarian NGOs, is looking for a qualified Finance Officer for its operations in Abala, Afar region, Ethiopia. The contract is 6 months (National Contract, Band H2), with a start date of November 15, 2026. Only qualified Ethiopian nationals are encouraged to apply.
Overall purpose of the role: Responsible for donor project budgeting and reporting, and for ensuring compliance with DRC's Operations Handbook, donor requirements and statutory requirements. Assist the line manager with budget preparation, donor reporting, compliance, and the recording and processing of information in the Dynamics system.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Transfers and payments: ensure all payments are made on time, in line with DRC forms, national law, tax requirements, internal financial procedures and donor regulations; ensure proper transfer of funds from the DRC Country Office to the Abala office.
- Budget control, planning and reporting: develop and implement shared cost tools; liaise with Program Managers on regular budget monitoring; prepare budget control tools; prepare and assist in issuing donor reports; support the development of new proposals with financial information; produce monthly financial reports with supporting documentation.
- ERP/Dynamics: ensure finance processes are handled properly via DRC Dynamics; use ERP reports and data analytics to improve performance; act as focal person for Area office finance-related support to all users.
- Compliance and capacity building: train support services and program teams on donor compliance rules and monitor compliance; implement post-audit improvement plans.
Requirements:
- University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent professional qualification.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in finance/accounting.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel; basic proficiency in PowerPoint and Word.
- Experience in staff training and capacity building.
- Results-oriented, with demonstrated ability to build partnerships.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; strong planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Languages: Amharic and English.
Salary and conditions are in accordance with DRC's Terms of Employment for National employees.
Closing date for applications: October 30, 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than three pages) in English via the online application portal. Applications sent by email will not be considered. Closing date for applications: October 30, 2026.
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