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The Carter Center is a not-for-profit international NGO committed to waging peace, fighting disease and building hope worldwide. The Carter Center country office in Ethiopia, which assists the Government of Ethiopia in Disease Elimination and Eradication Programs is looking for a qualified professional to fill the following vacancy for its Health Program:

Summary Job Description:

  • Ascertains that all relevant documents are in place and appropriate before payment approval is made;
  • Post transactions into QuickBooks accounting software;
  • Close monthly reports and prepare periodic financial reports;
  • Codes expenses with correct budget line account and charging to the appropriate class/program;
  • Prepares bank reconciliation every month and takes the necessary action to correct when needed;
  • Follow-up of finance management and assure the appropriate utilization of the fund;
  • Prepares the necessary financial reports for relevant government offices as needed;
  • Deals with and follow up bank activities like timely transfers, deposits, withdrawals and collection of advices, cheque books and bank statements;
  • Performs proper and explanatory filing system for petty cash, journal vouchers, and check transaction vouchers of the office; and
  • Closes the account books and prepare audit report at the end of the fiscal year.

Terms of Employment: One year contract with a possibility of extension.

Job Requirements

Qualification:    

  •  BA degree in Accounting from a recognized university.

Experience:

  • Relevant experience of minimum five years in Accounting and Finance field. NGO experience is preferable.

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to work in team and demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft office, internet  and proven experience in accounting software: QuickBooks, smart etc
  • Willingness to travel and work in remote areas for field work
  • Recommendation letter from the most recent employer
  • Able to present release letter from current employer in two weeks after job offer

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their CV, application letter (Please indicate duty station & position applied for in the subject line), including photocopies of all supporting documents to the address given below.

Human Resource Manager

P.O. Box: 13373

Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

Or

Send all application materials to the below email:

[email protected]

or

Drop your application in person at

The Carter Center – Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Country Office

Bole area next to Hayat Hospital

(+251 – 118 -69-95-37)

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

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"Waging Peace. Fighting Disease. Building Hope." A not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization, The Carter Center has helped to improve life for people in over 80 countries by resolving conflicts; advancing democracy, human rights, and economic opportunity; preventing diseases; and improving mental health care. The Carter Center was founded in 1982 by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, in partnership with Emory University, to advance peace and health worldwide.

The Carter Center, in partnership with Emory University, is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering; it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.While the program agenda may change, The Carter Center is guided by five principles:*The Center emphasizes action and results. Based on careful research and analysis, it is prepared to take timely action on important and pressing issues.*The Center does not duplicate the effective efforts of others.*The Center addresses difficult problems and recognizes the possibility of failure as an acceptable risk.*The Center is nonpartisan and acts as a neutral in dispute resolution activities.*The Center believes that people can improve their lives when provided with the necessary skills, knowledge, and access to resources.*The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public or private, in carrying out its mission.

A not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization, The Carter Center has helped to improve life for people in 80 countries by resolving conflicts; advancing democracy, human rights, and economic opportunity; preventing diseases; and improving mental health care. The Carter Center was founded in 1982 by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and former First Lady Rosalynn Carter, in partnership with Emory University, to advance peace and health worldwide.

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0 USD Addis Ababa CF 3201 Abc road Full Time , 40 hours per week Carter Center

The Carter Center is a not-for-profit international NGO committed to waging peace, fighting disease and building hope worldwide. The Carter Center country office in Ethiopia, which assists the Government of Ethiopia in Disease Elimination and Eradication Programs is looking for a qualified professional to fill the following vacancy for its Health Program:

Summary Job Description:

  • Ascertains that all relevant documents are in place and appropriate before payment approval is made;
  • Post transactions into QuickBooks accounting software;
  • Close monthly reports and prepare periodic financial reports;
  • Codes expenses with correct budget line account and charging to the appropriate class/program;
  • Prepares bank reconciliation every month and takes the necessary action to correct when needed;
  • Follow-up of finance management and assure the appropriate utilization of the fund;
  • Prepares the necessary financial reports for relevant government offices as needed;
  • Deals with and follow up bank activities like timely transfers, deposits, withdrawals and collection of advices, cheque books and bank statements;
  • Performs proper and explanatory filing system for petty cash, journal vouchers, and check transaction vouchers of the office; and
  • Closes the account books and prepare audit report at the end of the fiscal year.

Terms of Employment: One year contract with a possibility of extension.

Job Requirements

Qualification:    

  •  BA degree in Accounting from a recognized university.

Experience:

  • Relevant experience of minimum five years in Accounting and Finance field. NGO experience is preferable.

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to work in team and demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft office, internet  and proven experience in accounting software: QuickBooks, smart etc
  • Willingness to travel and work in remote areas for field work
  • Recommendation letter from the most recent employer
  • Able to present release letter from current employer in two weeks after job offer

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their CV, application letter (Please indicate duty station & position applied for in the subject line), including photocopies of all supporting documents to the address given below.

Human Resource Manager

P.O. Box: 13373

Addis Ababa

Ethiopia

Or

Send all application materials to the below email:

[email protected]

or

Drop your application in person at

The Carter Center - Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Country Office

Bole area next to Hayat Hospital

(+251 - 118 -69-95-37)

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

2018-10-25

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