FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Finance & Administrative Assistant in Uyo, Akwa Ibom.

Basic Function

• Under the direction of the SFAO, the Finance and Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the provision of accounting, administrative, and logistical support services to the state office.

• Prepare monthly financial report forms which accompany executed sub project documents
• Prepare monthly reporting/ budgets data entry into excel spreadsheets and automated MIS reports and disseminate information to country office
• Assists the SFAO in arranging travel logistics for state office staff, consultants and training participants including hotel reservations and where required, arranging airport and hotel pick-ups
• Handles all photocopying assignments, development and printing of photographs including reproduction of recorded videotapes for the zonal office
• Assists the SFAO in the provision of logistic support for workshops and trainings
• Assists the SFAO in the maintenance of an efficient records/storage of all office supplies
• Serves as point of contact for logistical and administrative needs in the office
• Coordinates all administrative and secretarial support services for the state office (as relevant)
• Records minutes of staff meetings and circulates same amongst the staff of the state
• Assists with production of presentation materials for staff members
• Act as a receptionist: answers the telephones in an appropriate, clear and friendly manner, takes and relays messages or forwards calls, greets and directs office visitors, receives/sends correspondence, keeps fax log and any correspondence
• Perform office equipment tasks such as making needed arrangement for services for telephone and e-mail, obtaining quotations for required services, arranging for repairs of office equipment
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• University Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• Minimum of 1-3 years experience in accounting related to NGOs and community level programs, with increasing responsibility.
• Experience with administrative and secretarial skills
• Sound accounting skills
• Experience with large complex organization is required, familiarity with international NGOs preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general office practices and administrative procedures.
• Report to supervisor on variances and status on regular basis.
• Resourceful in gathering and providing information.
• Knowledge of budget preparation and monitoring.
• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and organization skills.
• Ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain compatibility among project staff, subcontractors and recipients of assistance.
• Well developed computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft office products.
• Typing skills.

Remuneration

The following is a summary of fringe benefits provided by FHI 360 to eligible employees:

Core benefits:

• Comprehensive medical plans (PPOs)
• Dental insurance
• Vision coverage
• Group life and AD&D insurance
• Health savings account
• Long-term disability
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Dependent life insurance
• Business travel insurance
• Supplemental personal accident insurance
• Supplemental disability
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation, sick and parental leave
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Pension plan

Other benefits (will vary depending on work location):

• Public transportation program
• On-site fitness center
• Local credit union membership
• Health and wellness program
• Employee assistance program
• Qualified tuition programs (529 plans)
• Bicycle subsidy
• Legal assistance plan
• Pet insurance.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should click here to apply on or before 6th May, 2019

Note

• The above job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties. This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.