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About World Vision International
World Vision International is a global Christian relief, development, and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families, and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. Founded in 1950, the organization has over 70 years of experience and works in nearly 100 countries with a team of over 34,000. World Vision’s focus is on helping the most vulnerable children experience fullness of life. Inspired by Christian faith, World Vision aids children and communities in the most dangerous places. The organization operates on a partnership model, integrating efforts from World Vision offices worldwide to achieve the mission of “life in all its fullness for every child.” World Vision also provides a competitive “Total Rewards” package tailored to the context of each region. Learn more about their impactful work at wvi.org.
About this Role
The Grant Finance Officer-1 will assist the Finance Coordinator in providing efficient and effective financial management of Grants Cycle (GC) 7 grant. This role entails improving grant financial management and reporting in full compliance with Global Fund regulations and WVI-Sierra Leone policies. The officer will communicate World Vision’s Christian ethos and exemplify quality spiritual life.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all supporting documents to cash disbursement, approvals, and journal vouchers are complete, accurate, and comply with WVI and Global Fund requirements.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly project finance reports and maintain finance records and filing system on a monthly basis.
- Ensure proper receipt, safe keeping, and lodgment of all funds received according to WVSL policies and Global Fund regulations.
- Assist internal and external audit staff in facilitating annual financial audits to meet World Vision Partnership requirements.
- Conduct field/community visits to review accounting and internal control systems; recommend improvements where necessary.
- Conduct regular monitoring visits to GC7 Sub Recipients (SRs) and Service Providers (SPs) for compliance with WVI and Global Fund requirements.
- Assist in coordinating the preparation of GC7 revised budget according to Global Fund’s Guideline for Grant budgeting.
- Prepare balance sheet reconciliations monthly, ensuring reconciling items are current and accurate.
- Enhance customer service through effective engagement with programs and project staff accessing the finance function.
Requirements
- Degree/HND in Accounting or Part II of ACCA, CA/CIMA.
- Good working knowledge in accounting software and advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position.
- Good analytical skills.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package tailored to the context in which the employee works.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Working in a global Christian organization with a long history of impactful humanitarian work.
- Engaging in meaningful work that helps the most vulnerable children.
