Finance and Admin Officer
FAIRMED is a Swiss development organization committed to its motto, "Health for the Poorest." In Nepal, FAIRMED focuses on Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) such as leprosy, LF, and kala-azar, and Maternal and Neonatal Health (MNH). Its programs integrate GESI and Disability Inclusive Development (DID) to strengthen health systems and increase access to public health services. FAIRMED Nepal is launching the SAMBODHAN project in Baglung and Rukum East, aiming to improve health and well-being among marginalized communities through a "Leave No One Behind" (LNOB) approach. The project will strengthen the delivery and use of integrated health services in the region. To support implementation, FAIRMED is hiring two positions: i) Health System and Community Empowerment Specialist. ii) Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Specialist. Both the positions are based in Baglungbazar
Details / requirements:
FAIRMED in Nepal is planning to implement a project aiming to improve health and well-being of communities in three districts (Jhapa, Morang, and Sunsari) of Koshi Province. The project applies the approach of “leaving no one behind” and plans to strengthen integrated health service delivery and its utilization in the targeted districts.
In order to support the project implementation, FAIRMED is looking for a Finance and Admin Officer based in Biratnagar.
Job Description
The position is responsible for overall management of project’s Finance and Administrative matters including logistics and procurement. The specific job responsibilities for the position include:
1. Finance
- Basic financial transactions & book keeping, Voucher raising, and preparing the periodic Financial reports in close coordination with Finance Manager.
- S/he will be responsible for addressing day to day financial issues, prepare periodic budget forecast, expenditure analysis and preparing periodic reports as per the requirement of the project.
- S/he will be responsible for the monitoring of financial transactions, budget burnt rates within FAIRMED and partner organizations.
- S/he will guide the project team about the financial regulations of the government, including tax and audit regulations.
2. Admin
- Prepare procurement plan and ensure all procurement are timely carried out,
- Timely update of inventory records
- Ensure frequent evaluation of suppliers and quality of supplied goods and services, ensure the security of office related equipment and supplies are maintained.
- Ensure proper use of office assets/equipment, vehicles, motorcycles etc.
- Maintain log book of motorcycles and vehicles.
- Ensure proper servicing, timely renewal of insurance policy and road tax etc.
- Logistic arrangements (ticketing/vehicle hiring, hotel booking, training/workshop venue booking etc.) as per the need of the project.
Minimum Requirements
- At least Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies/Business Administration majoring in Accounting/Auditing
- At least 4-5 years of experience in finance and admin.
- Prior experience in development projects will be advantageous.
Competencies
- Committed to rights based and gender sensitive work, committed and with strong finance and admin skills.
- Commitment to basic workplace values and policies.
- Work according to the objectives of organization and donors.
- Able, willing and committed to work with people of different backgrounds.
- Contribute constructively to a working environment based on mutual respect, trust and commitment.
- Able to cope with stress and work under difficult circumstances.
- Have high regards towards accountability.
- Having 2 wheeler driving license is compulsory.
Deadline for Application Submission: March 26, 2023
Application Submission: Interested Nepalese candidates are requested to fill up the google form in the link below.
Form Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Wevh8Irr_j6CsliZMutv7Iz-vDjzn2HIbs-kKQCDz4Y/edit
Females, candidates from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Telephone inquiries will not be entertained.
Overview
Category | Finance & Administration |
Openings | 1 |
Position Type | Full Time |
Position Level | Mid Level |
Posted Date | 17 Mar, 2023 |
Apply Before | 26 Mar, 2023 |
City | Biratnagar |