A Glimmer of Hope Ethiopia

// A Glimmer of Hope (Glimmer) is a US based charitable organization with the mission of empowering rural Ethiopian communities to end the cycle of extreme poverty. Glimmer is a nonprofit organization working to make a sustainable difference in the lives of rural Ethiopians through water, sanitation, health, education, Livelihoods, micro-irrigation and veterinary projects. Glimmer was founded in Austin. Texas, USA in March of 2000. The Ethiopian country office (“Glimmer Ethiopia”) was founded in Addis Ababa in April 2000. Glimmer fund the implementation of projects in Ethiopia through local NGO partners operating in four bigger regions of the country (Tigray, Amhara, Oromia and SNNPR). Since 2000, Glimmer has implemented over 10,000 projects in Ethiopia. A Glimmer of Hope - Ethiopia Country Office would like to hire a Compliance Officer for its country office, on competitive basis. Hence, the country office hereby invites competent individuals who fit the requirement stated in the advert to apply. JOB TITLE: Compliance Officer DIRECTLY REPORTS TO: Finance and Administration Director FUNCTIONALLY REPORTS ON: None DUTY STATION: Addis Ababa, with frequent travel to project area Job Summary: Under the general guidance of the Finance and Administration Director, the Compliance Officer is responsible for partner financial monitoring, partner finance staff capacity building, partner compliance audit, initiating policies and contributes towards the strengthening of internal control system and serve as risk assessment and management facilitator of both Glimmer and partners. He/she is also required to undertake other financial management activities of Glimmer Addis. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS: Ensure that all partners’ financial and operational activities are in compliance with PGA, Glimmer policies, Ethiopian law (tax laws, CSA laws and other applicable government agencies’ laws), USG patriotic Act and other Donors requirements with regards to funds they receive from Glimmer; Check that all partners follow Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other applicable laws and regulations in their accounting practices; Collaborates closely with glimmer Program Officers and partner staffs to ensure that financial processes, procurement processes, record-keeping, and reporting are in compliance with PGA and financial rules and regulations of partner organization; Serves as a point of contact between AGOH and partners office in all financial, contracts, grants, and compliance matters: Review fund transfer requests to ensure cost reasonableness and compliance; Review budget proposals from partners for all programs in collaboration with Program Managers and Project Officers; Assist Finance and admin director and program departments with budget preparation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of annual program budget performance; Provide orientation and training to program staff on best practices of budget projections and tracking; Prepare his/her monthly, quarterly and annual work plan by identifying support requirements from program staff, other relevant units/dep’ts and partners; Participate in project proposal preparation, appraisal and preparation of PGA; Assist ‘the Finance and admin Department in coordinating internal compliance review and monitoring activities; Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk and aids in development of risk management plan and implementation of corrective action plans for resolution of such vulnerabilities; Continuously review and provide feedback on current policies, procedures and surveillance activities to seek to modify and improve the compliance program; Takes leadership role in improving internal control systems both within the organization as well as in the partner organizations; Perform any other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor. SPECIFICATIONS: Education: BA Degree in Accounting or Accounting & Finance Work Experience: At least 7 years of relevant experience in the area of Audit, Compliance, Grants Management etc... Skills: Good team player and team builder; Cost-consciousness and strong problem-solving skills, Advice on appropriate area of improvement, ability to design new way of doing business in order to ensure adherence to standard requirements; ability to make logical and timely decisions; Good report writing and communication skills; Other Computer Proficiency in MS windows- like, word, excel, etc.; General: Willingness to work extra hours; Energetic and enthusiastic approach to work Personality: Supportive and ethical; Pleasant and polite attitude at all times; Ability to act as port of multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary team: Highly self -motivated; Able to work with minimal supervision and ability to withstand pressure Attitude and Values: Basic knowledge of partnership building and maintenance Awareness and commitment to Glimmer policies and principles A belief in the potential of all people to succeed if given the right support; Willingness to multi-task and work on own initiative; Term of employment: Full time – Permanent How To Apply: Interested applicants are invited to send their application to the Finance and Administration Department until May 28, 2019 via: E-mail:  addis@aglimmer.org  ,  kidist@glimmer.org P.o.Box: 1448 code 1110 OR Submit in person to the Glimmer Office located at: Megenagna, behind Zefmesh or Marathon Motors, RAHEM Build, 5th floor Application Package: Curriculum Vitae (CV) One-page summary of experience (positions held), qualification & Training; Application cover page Original credentials shall be availed upon request