Job title: Finance Support Officer- EC-CSO Project

Annual Salary: BDT 933,182 gross per annum + provident fund, gratuity, life, and medical insurance

Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

Contract Status:  Fixed Term
Duration           :  1 years
Closing date     :  11 March 2023

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart. Christian Aid is a UK based organization partnering with others to end poverty in Bangladesh. At the heart of this vision is transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty, empowering them to have a brighter future.  With a diversity of contexts, cultures and practices, combined with a highly varied portfolio of programmes offers an enriching opportunity for a mid-level humanitarian professional to contribute their expertise to eradicating poverty and fighting social injustice.

About the Role

The key purpose of this role is to ensure an effective accounting system in place and to introduce an efficient financial mechanism for the smooth operation of EC-funded projects. To be responsible for managing the financial aspect of the EC-funded project. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring efficient and accurate cash and bank books are maintained, monthly accounts and returns are produced on time, reports are extracted from the financial and administration systems to review the status of the budget and the adherence to financial policies and working with partner organisations to assist them in programme financial management. To also assist aspects of financial reporting, budgeting, auditing and compliance-related issues, in line with Christian Aid and institutional donors’ procedures and policies. To improve the capacity of partner programme/finance staff to understand both Christian Aid's and institutional donors' financial policies and procedures. Liaison with partner office finance team and support to staff regarding financial capacity building through financial monitoring visits, training and technical support.  

About you

At least 3-4 years of experience in the development sector specially in INGOs with master’s in commerce. Has practical experience and knowledge of financial standards required by donors. Knowledge of local financial standards and legal frameworks IAS, IFAS and BAS. Experience in writing and reviewing financial reports. Experienc in creating and monitoring budgets and working with compliance regulations. Adequate experience in dealing with treasury, maintaining books of accounts and payment. Exposure to the spreadsheet and word processing packages. Working Experience in Accounting software preferably SUN system. Knowledge of institutional donor requirements (EC, ECHO and UN agencies) and experience working in Emergency Response will added advantage.

Further information

This role is a national position and requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.
We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
Christian Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and demonstrate our values and adhere to Christian Aid’s Safeguarding policy and sign Christian Aid’s Code of Conduct.
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance. Terms and conditions will vary depending on the location.

How to Apply

To apply for this post please download the detailed role profile logon to: Christian Aid Jobs. or, Finance Support Officer- EC-CSO Project

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Interested candidates are requested to complete the application online form and supporting statement expressing their interest and suitability in the role and by or before 11 March 2023 For queries related to the online applications please contact us on: bangladesh-jobs@christian-aid.org

Please note CVs via email will not be accepted. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by end of April 2023, please assume your application was unsuccessful.