The AUDA-NEPAD invites applicants who are citizens of African Union Member States for the following position: Finance Officer – A2DSRH Programme.

Under the supervision of the Senior Finance Officer- Grants & Budget, the Finance Officer will provide expert support to the A2DSRH programme through grants and budget management, project audit, financial reporting, processing of payments and settlement advances, bank & accounts reconciliations and disbursement of funds to implementing entities (pilot countries and RECs) and contributes to the smooth running of the grants administration.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Experience in Managing Donor Funded projects.
• Expert in Accounting, banking, budgeting and Financial Management
• Good understanding of accounting principles, standards and Familiar with IPSAS (ACCA, CPA, CIMA are added advantages)
• Experience in Projects audits, risk management and internal control.
• Good understanding of treasury management and liquidity management
• Excellent customer service skills and Interpersonal as well as a good understanding of office practices and procedures.
• High level of integrity and accountability, flexible approaches to work coupled with enthusiasm and commitment.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and work under pressure with a wide range of individuals and institutions.
• Able to work under minimal supervision, be proactive, initiative and with sound judgment.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Maintain confidentiality at the highest level at all times.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Good analytical, planning and organizational skills
• Proficiency in use of computers applications, MS Office especially MS Excel and SAP ERP.
• Proficiency in one of the AU officials working languages (French, English, Portuguese, Arabic or Spanish) and fluency in another AU language(s) is an added advantage

Education and Experience:
A minimum of bachelor’s degree in accounting, banking financial management or a related field. One (1) years of progressive responsibility in a busy finance office within an international or multinational organization.

1. Applications should be forwarded utilising ‘’Arial’’ font 11.5: To apply, please submit the following:
2. A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the African Union Development Agency
3. A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age, and gender.
4. Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate’s work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax, and e-mail addresses.
5. Certified copies of degrees and diplomas.

Remuneration: Indicative basic salary of US$28,976.97 per annum plus other entitlements e.g., Post Adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing allowance ($21,832.68 per annum), gratuity (15% of gross salary) in conformity with the rules and procedures applicable to internationally recruited staff of the African Union.

Applications must be received not later than Monday, 16 September 2024.

Click the link to apply:

https://e-recruitment.nepad.org:44310/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_startpage_ext_cand

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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