Grant Finance Officer (GFO)

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Background

ChildFund Japan Nepal Office (CFJ NO) is an international non-governmental organization working in Nepal since 1995. Our headquarters is in Tokyo, Japan, and we are one of twelve members of the ChildFund global alliance that helps child-focussed organizations directly benefit over 20m children and their families in 70 countries. CFJ NO serves disadvantaged children, families, and communities in the areas of child-friendly and gender-sensitive education, child protection, disaster risk reduction, health, nutrition, and sustainable community-based livelihoods, among others. These are accomplished through a combination of targeted sponsorship and external grants funding that aim towards a holistic development of children. 

Position: Grant Finance Officer (GFO) – Government of Japan-funded project

The Grant Finance Officer supports the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Government of Japan-funded project by ensuring sound financial stewardship, compliance, accountability, and partner capacity strengthening.

Purpose of the Position

We are hiring the position to ensure effective financial management of the MOFA-funded project through budgeting, financial planning, partner financial oversight, donor compliance, financial reporting long with internal control, audit readiness and capacity building while safeguarding ChildFund Japan resources and reputation. 

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Management, or related discipline with at least five years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree with at least seven years of progressively responsible experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing institutional donor grants (experience with Government of Japan/MOFA grants is highly desirable).
• Experience working with local NGO partners and conducting financial monitoring and capacity building.

Knowledge and Skills

• Grant financial management and donor compliance.
• Budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and cash-flow management.
• GAAP and internal control principles.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP systems.
• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and problem-solving.
• Excellent English and Nepali communication skills.
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and relationship management skills.

The detailed Job Description (JD) for this position is available at the link below

➡Job Description: Grant Finance Officer (GFO)

Compensation

NPR 65,000–90,000 per month, inclusive of all applicable benefits. Competitive compensation within this range will be offered based on the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit the following to info@childfund.org.np by 16:00 hrs. NST on Monday, 26 October 2026 along with a completed CFJ application form.

• Application for ‘Grant Finance Officer – MOFA-funded project’ in Email Subject 
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae not exceeding five pages in A4 size. 
• A cover letter demonstrating competence and qualifications, and what you will bring to the position. 
• Details of at least two professional references – one must be current or most recent line manager. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and ChildFund Japan reserves the right to select a candidate based on organizational needs and urgency. The organization also retains the right to disqualify applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.

Application Form

To apply, please download the Application Form from the link below, complete it, and submit it in accordance with the instructions provided in the job vacancy announcement.

➡CFJ Application Form.docx - Google Docs

Note: Applications submitted without adherence to given instructions will not be considered. Neither will telephone or physical enquiries be entertained or taken positively. 

Equal Opportunity Statement

ChildFund Japan is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, safeguarding, and maintaining a respectful workplace free from discrimination, harassment, exploitation, abuse, and corruption.