Finance and Grants Officer
Quick answer
Action Against Hunger is hiring an in-office Finance and Grants Officer in Zambia to manage financial transactions, grant compliance, and budgetary oversight for their local operations.
- Role
- Finance and Grants Officer
- Organization
- Action Against Hunger
- Location
- Zambia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The Finance and Grants Officer at Action Against Hunger in Zambia is responsible for managing day-to-day financial transactions, budget monitoring, and grant compliance. The role ensures the accuracy of financial data, adherence to organizational policies, and effective cash management while supporting program managers with budget follow-ups. Additionally, the position serves as a key liaison for audits and provides financial mentoring to staff to ensure organizational accountability.
What you'll do
- Execute daily financial transactions and ensure budget accuracy.
- Prepare monthly accounting bundles and perform bank reconciliations.
- Monitor project spending and provide timely budget follow-up (BFU) reports.
- Manage cash forecasting and ensure compliance with internal and donor policies.
- Lead financial audit preparations and coordinate with internal/external auditors.
- Provide financial training and mentoring to project staff and partners.
What it takes
- BSc in Accounting, Finance, Management, or a related field.
- 2+ years of professional experience in finance, administration, or logistics.
- Proven ability to manage budgets and donor-funded programs.
- Strong proficiency in accounting practices and financial internal controls.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Previous experience with an INGO or Action Against Hunger is highly preferred.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in Zambia and involves working within the Lusaka office and country bases.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not explicitly specified in the job description.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field and have at least 2 years of experience in finance, administration, or logistics, preferably within an INGO.
How do I apply for this job?
The job description does not provide a specific deadline or application portal link; please check the organization's official careers page for submission instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action Against Hunger's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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