Education: Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from a recognized institution

About the Job

Danish Refugee Council (DRC), one of the world’s leading humanitarian NGOs, is seeking a highly motivated Finance and Administration Assistant for its operations at the Mai-Tsebri Field Office.

Overall Purpose of the Role

• Handle payments, administrative duties, and fleet management at Mai-Tsebri base office
• Provide financial and administrative support to DRC and stakeholders
• Ensure full compliance with DRC’s Operational Handbook and procedures

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Finance and Accounting

• Manage petty cash and clear cash advances as required
• Prepare and conduct monthly cash counts
• Maintain proper filing of all financial documents including vouchers, contracts, and tender files
• Perform cash box counts in line with the financial handbook
• Assist in preparation of payment requests and processing of payments
• Ensure all financial records are complete, accurate, and properly filed (hard and soft copies)
• Process withholding tax, income tax, and pension fund payments to relevant authorities
• Prepare receipts, payment vouchers, and other financial documents upon approval
• Ensure office cash remains within approved limits and replenish on time
• Record all financial transactions in the system according to DRC procedures
• Support the Finance Officer with base office financial tasks

Administration and Fleet

• Ensure office systems and equipment (power, water, telephone, photocopier, etc.) are functional
• Follow up on payment of office and guesthouse utility bills
• Manage office supplies and consumables
• Coordinate office and equipment repairs and maintenance with Supply Chain staff in Shire
• Ensure vehicle movements comply with DRC fleet management policies
• Manage rental vehicle driver activities and ensure timely refueling
• Ensure staff identification cards are valid during employment period
• Oversee general office administration and management tasks
• Record, store, and release materials from the warehouse
• Supervise daily activities of the office cleaner
• Work closely with North Area Office Finance, Supply Chain, and HR teams
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience, preferably with an international NGO
• Experience in administration and finance-related tasks
• Strong communication skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Strong organizational and planning skills with ability to meet deadlines

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from a recognized institution

Language Requirements

• Fluency in spoken and written English
• Fluency in Tigrigna and Amharic

DRC Core Competencies

• Striving for excellence
• Collaborating
• Taking the lead
• Communicating effectively
• Demonstrating integrity and ethical conduct

What We Offer

• Salary and benefits in accordance with DRC National Staff Terms of Employment
• Employment offer subject to funding confirmation

How to Apply

• Upload a cover letter and an updated CV (maximum four pages) in English
• Applications submitted by email will not be considered

Application Link
https://candidate.hr-manager.net/ApplicationForm/SinglePageApplicationForm.aspx?cid=1036&departmentId=19012&ProjectId=175056&MediaId=5

Application Deadline

• 23 January 2026

Additional Information

• DRC is committed to gender equality and strongly encourages female candidates to apply
• DRC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity
• Only qualified Ethiopian nationals are encouraged to apply