Tearfund Ethiopia – Finance and Admin Officer Vacancy 2026

Organization: Tearfund Ethiopia
Location: Harar, Ethiopia
Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Career Level: Mid‑Level (3+ years)

About Tearfund Ethiopia

Tearfund Ethiopia is part of the global Tearfund network, a Christian relief and development organization working to alleviate poverty and support communities affected by crises. Through partnerships such as the Ethiopia Joint Response project (EJR) funded by the Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA), Tearfund provides humanitarian assistance, strengthens resilience, and promotes sustainable development.

Position: Finance and Administration Officer

Duty Station: Harar, Ethiopia
Reports to: Country Manager

Job Purpose:
The Finance and Admin Officer will provide financial control and accounting services to the Tearfund project office in Harar, ensuring compliance with Tearfund Finance Policies and Procedures. The role also manages administrative duties such as office logistics, procurement, and record‑keeping.

Key Responsibilities:

• Budget management, financial recording, and document control.
• Bank accounts and cash management, payments, and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to donor regulations, Tearfund policies, and statutory obligations.
• Manage office administration, procurement, and logistics.
• Support payroll management and financial reporting.
• Safeguard Tearfund’s assets and minimize risks of financial loss or fraud.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in Finance and Administration roles within INGOs.
• Knowledge of financial systems, internal controls, and donor compliance.
• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, procurement, and office administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and Google Workspace.
• Fluency in English and Amharic.

Personal Qualities:

• Commitment to Tearfund’s mission, values, and beliefs.
• High integrity, honesty, and confidentiality.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong teamwork and cross‑cultural sensitivity.
• Willingness to travel locally to project sites.

Safeguarding & Compliance

The recruitment process includes safeguarding checks and verification against criminal conviction databases as part of counter‑terror measures.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should review the detailed Job Description and submit their application online via Tearfund’s career portal.

Closing Date: May 1, 2026
Potential Interview Date: May 19, 2026