Programme Finance Officer
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
The role:
The role of the Programme Finance Officer is to render financial services in an effective and efficient manner. The person will be responsible for leading, coordinating, planning, and supporting for the interventions of financial issues according to the donor strategy and meeting the project objectives in working areas. Ensuring program quality and accountability in respect of Core Humanitarian Standards as well as maintaining Oxfam financial requirements are also in the roles of position holder. He/She will work closely with the field programme teams, Other INGOs, partners, and other local stakeholders. The position holder needs to produce accurate Response donor reports in accordance with Donor Reporting Schedule and liaise with Finance Manager/Country Office/Funding Team to ensure accuracy. Moreover, the person will work with the Finance Team to ensure effective budget (donor) variance reports and to follow up on required actions with budget holders.
What we are looking for:
We are looking for a skilled, sincere, and dynamic individual with Accounting/ Finance/
Management background who has experience in a whole range of financial services in
INGOs. The position holder has to be aware of the core functions in Finance- such as
Budget and Budgetary Management, Financial Monitoring and capacity building, Systems
updates and Financial Reporting, Compliance management, and supporting to other
functions of the organization. The person would be specifically responsible for proactive,
efficient, and effective financial management service at allocated thematic portfolios at
Oxfam in Bangladesh and ensures financial systems and procedures are working efficiently
and effectively. Moreover, the ability to handle multi-donor budget management and revision,
understanding of government Tax and VAT Laws and experience in partner management,
reporting, and capacity building are the key essential area of this position.
We offer:
This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in Oxfam GB, act as a key
contributor to the Rohingya response programme, to work with a group of passionate people
that are specialists in their Humanitarian fields etc., and it offers training and development
opportunities, fair pay and competitive benefits package.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding:
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including
sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct;
and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and
beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers
to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on
ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work
for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
How to apply:
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. OR
Go to:
For external applicants: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk
For internal applicants: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/internal
- Search for the vacancy using the reference number INT9316 to complete the online application process
- Ensure you submit your application before midnight (GMT) on the closing date
Application Deadline: 31 January 2023.
[Only Bangladeshi nationals are eligible to apply]
Location: Cox’s Bazar.
Job Type: Fixed Term up to June 2023 with the possibility of extension
Salary & Benefits: BDT. 12,71,588 gross per annum (13 month) with others benefits e.g., medical for spouse and children, contributory provident fund, gratuity, leave & insurance.
About us
Oxfam is a global movement of people who won’t live with the injustice of poverty. Together we save and rebuild lives in disasters. We help people build better lives for themselves. We speak out on the big issues that keep people poor, like inequality, discrimination against women and climate change. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can live without poverty.
Oxfam GB is a member of the international confederation Oxfam. |