Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Finance & Accounting), Economics, or relevant discipline; CPA or ACCA certification preferred.

About the Organisation
Education Development Trust (edt) works to improve school systems at scale and partners with governments worldwide to turn ambitious education policy into reality. We invest annually in education research to inform policy and practice globally. With a long-standing presence in Africa since 1992, we have collaborated with governments, donor agencies, and partners to deliver long-term national education programmes and short-term expert consultancy, improving education outcomes across the continent.

Job Summary
Education Development Trust is seeking a Finance and Grant Officer to join the finance team for our new education and skills programme in Ethiopia. The programme strengthens the relevance and quality of secondary education to ensure students successfully transition to tertiary education or the workforce through competency-based curriculum implementation. The Finance and Grant Officer will manage financial, accounting, compliance, and grant management functions, ensuring financial integrity and reporting in line with donor and corporate requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee primary financial, accounting, and compliance functions of the organisation.
• Manage grant finances, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate financial transactions and records in compliance with Ethiopian laws.
• Prepare consolidated financial plans, budgets, and reports for donor and corporate reporting.
• Ensure financial integrity and control across all project activities.
• Support multi-year, multi-donor project financial management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (Finance & Accounting), Economics, or relevant discipline; CPA or ACCA certification preferred.
• Thorough understanding of accounting concepts and financial procedures for development partners, e.g., FCDO, EC, USAID, MCF.
• Proficiency in IT-based financial/accounting packages.
• Knowledge of Ethiopian banking systems and statutory requirements.
• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification relevant experience, preferably in the NGO sector.
• Experience supporting financial aspects of multi-year, multi-donor projects.

Benefits

• Gross monthly salary: US$1,500–1,600 plus benefits
• Medical insurance for employee and family
• Provident Fund contribution
• Transport allowance

How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the application form via the provided link. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close before the deadline. The programme is expected to begin mobilisation in January 2026. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, including criminal record checks.

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