Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
DIVISION PURPOSE
At Oxfam in Ghana, we will tackle the root causes of social and economic inequalities and unaccountable power that violate human rights and drive poverty, injustice, and environmental destruction. We will achieve this by working together with people and partners to address the systemic barriers fueling inequality and poverty. We commit to acting as a safe, feminist and partner-led International NGO. We will work in contexts where we can have the greatest impact, channeling our resources to work in solidarity with allies and partners, to shape transformational programming and influencing at scale.
TEAM PURPOSE:
The Finance Team sits within the wider business systems and operations team, with overall responsibility to provide professional finance, administrative, logistics and IT management service delivering proactive and people-centered solutions for resolving issues. This includes ensuring that the business services operational requirements are effectively managed to deliver organisational results, which are focused on developing capacity and expertise of partner organisations to enable Oxfam in Ghana deliver on the Country Strategy.
JOB PURPOSE:
The role is responsible and accountable for the activities related to the core finance function in the Programme Office which includes but not limited, to report financial transactions to support in managing / controlling financial risks and in making decisions, to ensure full compliance with Oxfam procedures as well as support to Partners in providing complete, timely and accurate financial reports in respect of Oxfam in Ghana programmes. Although the position is based in Accra, the responsibilities involve a significant number of travels to regions where Oxfam in Ghana Partners operate.
DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE
The following aim to provide a clear sense of the nature and scope of the Programme & Partnership Accountant’s role:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Qualifications: Role requires professional qualification in accounting with background in finance and logistics, knowledge of Ghana Financial regulatory framework (Company ACT, taxation, pension laws etc.), proposal developments and a strong track record in financial management and external audit. Membership with a recognised Professional Accountancy Body i.e., ICAG, ACCA or CIMA will be an advantage.
Education: Master’s degree in a related field is required (business administration, development sector financing, accounting, finance) or equivalent professional qualification i.e., Certified Chartered Accountancy and/or Management qualification is preferred.
Experience: The post requires advanced specialist knowledge in Grants and Partnership management. Minimum of 5 years managerial experience in a service organisation is preferred; Knowledge of the development sector financial management requirements; a good understanding of accounting standards and their application in financial reporting for publication.
Desirable
We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.
An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:
Essential
From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.
You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.
Flexfam:
We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you.
How to apply:
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.
Closing Date for Submission of Applications: 9th May 2024 at 5pm GMT
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.
Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
A thriving diverse Oxfam:
It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.
To do that: