Finance Officer at the Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN)

The Planned Parenthood Federation of Nigeria (PPFN), is a national non-governmental organization promoting Reproductive Health (RH) in Nigeria. As a full member of the International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF), PPFN has expanded the scope of its programs beyond family planning to cover broad reproductive health, emphasizing the needs of adolescents and young people and safe motherhood.

We seek suitably qualified candidates for the vacant position under the MacArthur-funded Project for a three-year contract of employment:

Job Title: Finance Officer

Ref: FONWR 2019
Location: North West Regional Office, Kaduna

Responsibilities

The purpose of this position is to provide good financial practice and coordination of states in the region in all financial matters especially financial accounting and reporting.

Requirements

B.Sc or HND in Accounting
Five (5) years relevant work experience especially in an NGO with not less than 3 years in supervisory capacity
Computer literacy, including MS Word, Excel and Peachtree accounting packages
Proven sound numeric ability, analytical mind and nose for details
Good oral and written communication skills
Positive towards issues of development in general and reproductive health in particular
Strong knowledge/working experience of NGO operations particularly those in reproductive health including Family Planning, Maternal and Child Health, Sexual Health and Women Development, Program Development and management.
Familiarity with varied socio-cultural issues as they relate to SRH in the country and sensitivity to cross-cultural issues and concerns.
Ability to work under pressure
Membership of a professional body such as ICAN, ANAN will be an advantage.
Possession of MBA will also be an advantage.