NRC has been present in Nigeria since 2015 and has been working to help displacement-affected communities meet their basic needs, improve their livelihoods, access essential services, and enhance their resilience to future shocks through our six core competencies: water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), Shelter, Education, Information-Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS), Camp Management, and Protection. NRC provides immediate assistance during the onset of emergencies through the rapid response mechanism (RRM). With a workforce of 370 staff and a presence in key locations such as Maiduguri (in Borno State), Yola (in Adamawa State) and Jos (in Plateau State), NRC can respond to the needs of those affected by the conflict across North-East, and North Central Nigeria.
These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka and Gwoza.
We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.
If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Finance Technical Assistant to join our team in Gwoza, Borno State. You will be responsible for day to day implementation of the support functions responsibilities in Gwoza.
Generic responsibilities
Ensure adherence with NRC policies, tools, handbooks and guidelines Implement delegated support function portfolio according to plan of action Ensure proper filing of documents both in hard and soft Promote and share ideas for improvement of the support functionSpecific responsibilities
Ensure that cash are kept properly, payment process and other financial processes take place in adherence to Financial Handbook, other NRC policies and donor and the authorities requirements Make sure that daily cash counts are maintained. Make sure posting of transactions are done on daily basis. Make sure payments are processed on time Be responsible for bank transactions in line with NRC policy and procedures; Posting of income and cost into bank cash boxes i.e. USD and NGN daily basis. Be the focal person between Area Office and Field office in regard to funds transfer requests and other payments through bank. Ensure timely clearance of field office cash box. Be responsible for release of payment to contractors & other payments as stipulated in the contract/agreement(s) & in line with NRC policies and procedures. Ensure control for the prevention of waste, fraud and mismanagement before processing the payments. Keep good control of the Field offices, banks details and assist them with tools in use by NRC. Responsible for keeping of cash in office Responsible for scanning and archiving finance documentation as per SSDi guidelines for the Field Office on a weekly and monthly basis.Generic professional competencies
Experience from working as a Support Function Officer in a humanitarian/recovery cont Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts. Documented results related to the position’s responsibilities. Some knowledge of EnglishBehavioural competencies
Handling insecure environment Planning and delivering results Empowering and building trust Communicating with impact and respectWhat’s in it for you?
Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility:
At NRC we think creatively. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
Learn on the job: NRC's collaborative working style favours the exchange of good practice and lessons learnt. At NRC, employees learn on the job and are encouraged to look for opportunities to develop new competencies. NRC managers prioritise the quality work and the competency development of their staff. This entails giving newcomers a good start, following up, training and mentoring employees to allow them to perform well in their current job, and offering learning and development programmes.
Additional Information:
Duty Stations: Gwoza, Borno State Nigeria
Duration of contract: 6 months.
Grade Level: Grade 4 in NRC's grading structure
Reporting line: Field Coordinator
This position is open to Nigeria Nationals only. We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline. Female candidates are strongly advised to apply.