NRC has been present in Nigeria since 2015 and has been working to help displacement-affected communities meet their basic needs, improve their livelihoods, access essential services, and enhance their resilience to future shocks through our six core competencies: water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), Shelter, Education, Information-Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS), Camp Management, and Protection. NRC provides immediate assistance during the onset of emergencies through the rapid response mechanism (RRM). With a workforce of 370 staff and a presence in key locations such as Maiduguri (in Borno State), Yola (in Adamawa State) and Jos (in Plateau State), NRC can respond to the needs of those affected by the conflict across North-East, and North Central Nigeria.
These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the NRC rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, has sub-office structures in Monguno, Mubi, Pulka and Gwoza.
We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.ย
If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Finance Coordinator โ Internal Controlsย to join our team in Abuja, Federal Capita. The purpose of the Finance Coordinator โ Internal Controls is to ensure that the financial setup is in accordance with NRC standards and to provide support for effective program and project implementation. ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย
Specific responsibilitiesย
Support the Finance Manager in ensuring financial management systems and procedures are in place and that NRCโs and donorsโ accounting practices and standards are adhered to in the Various NG NRC Offices and Implementing Partner Organizations Coordinate and be the focal point for all the Donor Financial audits in the NRC Nigeria field Office Support the Finance manager in ensuring that financial risks are identified, assessed, and controlled effectively Conduct regular compliance checks on adherence to NRC Internal controls as given in the NRC Finance Handbook and donor regulationsย Conduct Financial review of Implementing Partnersโ adherence to NRC & Donor standard operating procedures enunciated in the NRC Finance handbook and donor agreements Conduct implementing partner financial audits as per NRC Finance Handbook Compile and update the projects/donor and Implementing partner audits recommendation trackerย Assists the Finance Manager in following up on the Audit recommendations from donor, statutory and partner audits In collaboration with the finance department, ensure that all financial transactions are coded with the correct project code, account code, activity code, cost center and donor codes on before the recording of the transaction in Agresso. Advise, monitor and ensure compliance with national laws and regulations, eg, tax legislation (Withholding tax and other applicable taxes, labour law, EFCC requirements, NRC procedures & policies as well as donors in procurement, financial procedures, human resources and programs, in accordance with relevant NRC manuals and guidelines) Review the archiving of NRC Financial documents as well as partner Financial documents in line with the NRC Finance handbook (Securing Supporting Documents (SSD) and Transaction Checklists (TCs) Ensure the Reconciliation of Deliverables folder on NRC filing tree (Means of verification on project items distribution) is updated periodically and before projects come to end Design and implement quality control frameworks for all Financial, logistical, human resources and administration, ICT and program elements Review the monthly Balance Sheet and flag to Management potential risk items and long outstanding reconciling items Ensure that national and international timesheets are signed and archived correctly as per NRC Nigeria Filing Tree & Access SOP Prepare and share a monthly compliance report with clear action points on work progressOther Duties: -
Review, update and standardize NRC internal forms.ย Training staff on anti-corruption policies, guidelines and procedures and ensuring that anti-corruption procedures are implemented.Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.ย ย
Minimum 2 years of experience from working as an Auditor or Finance Manager in a ย humanitarian/recovery context Bachelor of Accountancy, Finance, Business Studies, Economics- Essential Membership to a professional Accounting body, eg- ICAN, ACCA, CIMA- Essential Masters degree level in Accounting, Finance, Business Studies- Desirable Experience from working in complex and volatile contexts Documented results related to the positionโs responsibilities Knowledge about own leadership skills/profileย Solid knowledge of computer software and modern accounting systems Fluency in English, both written and verbal.ย Knowledge of the context in Nigeria ย Knowledge of the local languages in North East Nigeria-Hausaย ย Experience with start-up, exit or similarWhatโs in it for you?ย
Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility:ย
At NRC we think creatively. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.ย
Learn on the job:ย NRC's collaborative working style favours the exchange of good practice and lessons learnt. At NRC, employees learn on the job and are encouraged to look for opportunities to develop new competencies. NRC managers prioritise the quality work and the competency development of their staff. This entails giving newcomers a good start, following up, training and mentoring employees to allow them to perform well in their current job, and offering learning and development programmes.ย
Additional Information:ย
ย Duty Stations:ย Abuja. Nigeriaย
Duration of contract:ย 12 months.
Grade Level:ย Grade 7 in NRC's grading structure.ย
Reporting line:ย Finance Manager
Travel:ย 50%
NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.ย ย ย ย ย
We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels.ย ย ย ย
You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.ย ย ย ย ย
This position is open to Nigeria Nationals only.ย We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline.ย Female candidates are strongly advised to apply.ย
Watch this short videoย to see NRC in action.ย ย ย ย ย ย ย The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee.
Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world's most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organisation recognised for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.
At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Together, we save lives and rebuild futures. Safeguarding is central to NRCโs work. We expect all employees to:ย โข treat everyone with respect and dignityย โข contribute to building a safe environment for allย โข never engage in any form of exploitation, harassment and specifically sexual exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment (SEAH)ย โข always report. NRC has a zero-tolerance approach to inaction against exploitation, abuse and SEAH