Finance and Admin Assistant

About the Organization

Development Expertise Center (DEC) is a national CSO registered in Ethiopia. The organization has five major programs: Child Well-being and Education Development, Gender and Life Skill Development, Employable Skills Development, Advocacy, and Humanitarian Emergency Programs. DEC actively works in seven National Regional States and one city administration of Ethiopia, namely Amhara, Afar, Oromia, Tigray, Southwest Ethiopia, Gambela, Benishangul Gumuz, and Addis Ababa City Administration.

Job Summary

The Finance and Admin Assistant is responsible for providing administrative, financial, and logistical support to ensure effective and efficient operations of the organization/project. The position ensures proper financial documentation, compliance with policies and procedures, and smooth administrative services to staff, partners, and Donors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing payment vouchers, receipts, and other financial documents.
• Support in maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and filing systems.
• Assist in preparing monthly bank reconciliations and petty cash management.
• Collect, review, and verify invoices, expense reports, and supporting documents before processing payments.
• Support in preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with donor, government, and organizational financial regulations.
• Provide logistical support for meetings, workshops, and trainings (booking venues, refreshments, materials, etc.).
• Maintain proper records of office assets, inventories, and supplies.
• Assist in procurement processes by collecting quotations and preparing purchase requests.
• Perform other relevant tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor or the management of the organization.

Required Qualifications

• BA degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of relevant experience in administration and finance (preferably in NGO/CSO).
• Basic knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Peachtree, QuickBooks, or others) is an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Commitment to organizational values and principles.
• Accounting Principles (GAAP), IFRS and ERP.

How to Apply

Qualified Female applicants who fulfill the requirements are appreciated.

Any Interested Applicant can apply only for one position by collecting his/her CV and a copy of documents via Email: fad@decethiopia.org

Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Copies of CV + supporting documents are non-returnable.