Administrative and Finance Officer at Global Peace Development

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About the Organization

Global Peace Development (GPD) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) founded in April 2002 and focuses on promoting peace for development in Nigeria. The organization envisions a country where peace and development is enjoyed by all. GPD seek to build peace, gender equality, social justice, and foster democracy and governance at the community, local, state, and national levels.

About the Job

Job Title: Administrative and Finance Officer

Location: Enugu
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Administrative and Finance Officer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth financial and administrative operations of GPD in Enugu.

This role involves managing financial records and administrative responsibilities, and ensuring compliance with organizational and donor regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Finance & Accounting:

Prepare and maintain financial records, including budgets, expense reports, and reconciliations.

Ensure compliance with financial policies, donor guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Process payments, manage bank transactions, and track expenditures.

Assist in preparing financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.

Support financial audits and ensure proper documentation of financial transactions.

Administration & Operations:

Support office management, procurement, and logistics for smooth project implementation.

Maintain accurate records of office assets.
Support staff with administrative needs, including travel arrangements and meeting coordination.

Ensure that all administrative and financial procedures align with GPD’s policies and donor requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

HND / B.Sc Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum of 3 years of experience in finance, administration, or a related role, preferably in an NGO setting.

Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and reporting.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks).

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

High level of integrity, transparency, and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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Application Closing Date
16th May, 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and cover letter in one document to: [email protected] using “Administrative and Finance Officer, Enugu State” as the subject of the mail.

References

Global Peace Development, Careers at the Global Peace Development, Administrative and Finance Officer at Global Peace Development, accessed May 12, 2025