Apply for Finance and Admin Officer at Helen Keller International in Benue

Helen Keller International (HKI), established in 1915, is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to saving the sight and lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged. Headquartered in New York City, HKI currently conducts programs in 21 countries in Africa and Asia, as well as in the United States.

 

HKI implements integrated package of cost-effective interventions that are proven to improve maternal and child nutrition. HKI supports policies and programs on food fortification, vitamin A supplementation, infant and young child feeding, nutrition-sensitive agriculture, community-based management of acute malnutrition and prevention and treatment of neglected tropical diseases. At the core of HKI’s programs is advocacy and social behavior change communication to various stakeholders. HKI also undertakes cutting-edge research to influence policy decisions and inform program quality.

 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

 

Job Title: Finance and Admin Officer

 

Location: Benue

Employment Type: Full-time

 

Job Description

 

The Finance and Admin Officer’s (FAO) job is to ensure smooth and accurate flow of financial and operational information and also work on designing and implementing financial reports.

The FAA ensures effective implementation of project activities in the field location within the context of financial, contractual and operating systems.

He/ she also manages the budget for the state field office/project, implements Helen Keller financial policies and procedures, ensure compliance and works collaboratively with other Finance and projects technical staff to facilitate projects.

Specific Responsibilities

 

The Finance and Admin Officer will oversee the operations and finances of the state office.

Review activity requests and prepare bank vouchers for payments

Track cash flow and compile retirement receipts and review

Manages petty cash reconciliation

Preparation of office running budget

Check matching expenses for compliance with donor regulations.

Assist with month end reporting package

Ensure implementation of regulations and procedures for local purchase, procurement and logistics management in collaboration with Logistics Officer(s) and Associate(s).

Maintain rigorous operations in the field office, communicating regularly with the Abuja office to assure smooth operations.

Assist technical staff to develop and manage monthly and quarterly activity budgets.

Implement financial and internal control policies and procedures

Process supplier invoices

Maintain financial files and records

Maintain the assets register

Submit staff time sheets for payroll processing

Education & Experience

 

University Degree in Business Management or accounting. Postgraduate degree in related field and possession of professional qualification such as ACA or ACCA is an added advantage. Professional experience supporting USAID-funded projects and managing state finance & Admin function is preferred

Knowledge and Skills:

 

Strong numeric skills and attention to detail and quality

Minimum 4 years’ experience

Experience with USAID funded project is preferred but other donor funded project will be considered

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, especially Excel spreadsheets

Demonstrate good judgment and sound financial “common sense”

Ability to create and monitor budgets

Understand the principles of adequate documentation and of audit and performance necessary to ensure audit compliance.

Advanced written and verbal proficiency in English including business terminology.

Competencies:

 

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Tertiary qualifications in a related field and experience working in a non-profit organization will be an advantage.

Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally

Ability to plan, balance and cope with competing priorities

Good written and verbal communication skills

Good standard of IT including experience of using MS Office

Ability to manage teams, initiate and organize work

Ability to establish priorities in a time-sensitive environment and meet deadlines.

Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while maintaining an individual workload

Logical and flexible approach to solving problems, especially when working under pressure

Monitoring/assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective action

Terms & Conditions:

 

This is a local posting in Nigeria, and as such, is subject to local terms and conditions.

Application Closing Date

30th January, 2026.

 

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a Cover Letter and Resume to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.