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International Rescue Committee

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an international nongovernmental organization that provides help, relief, and development. The IRC, which was established in 1933 at Albert Einstein’s request, provides short- and long-term relief to those who are refugees or have been relocated due to a natural catastrophe, war, or persecution.

1). Finance Intern

Location: Abuja

Job Description

  • The Intern reports to the Finance Manager in Abuja, the FCT. He/She supports the Finance Manager in managing all aspects of day to day operations of accounting department in the Abuja office, He/she will assist in the implementation of Finance policies, procedures and systems and Ensure compliance with IRC procedures and guidelines.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with making payments to suppliers, contractors and program staff based on approved documents and in line with authority delineation.
  • Ensure scrutiny of the entire bill for accuracy and receipt of goods before process for payment.
  • Be responsible for documentation, preparation of cash disbursement voucher for all cash transactions related to the station office
  • Ensure all transactions are in compliance with IRC accounting policy, Donor restriction and generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all financial and other job related information.
  • Ensure proper documentation and filing of all financial documents.
  • Prepare and process day to day financial transactions and implement internal control procedures in keeping with IRC policies and procedures.
  • Assist in the collection of financial needs for the office each week
  • Ensure proper documentation and filing of all financial documents.
  • Collects credit tax receipts from FIRS.
  • Submit mandates to the bank for processing.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor

Finance/Budgeting

  • Act at all times in accordance with local law and standards of accounting practice.
  • Review budget with the aim of gaining a clear understanding of budget guidelines and instructions
  • Review funding allocations to enable proper guidance to programs and proper coding.
  • Provide training to program staff on finance issues.
  • Produce monthly and quarterly reports to be reviewed by your supervisor

Common duties

  • Attend and participate in trainings identified/organized by your supervisor
  • Follow any new procedures and guidelines designated in circulars from Country Director
  • Report any violations of the IRC Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Code of Conduct (in-country and World-wide) as per the IRC reporting mechanism. The reporting of violations is an obligation on the part of all staff members
  • Assist where necessary in undertaking activities that aim to prevent the occurrence of sexual abuse and exploitation of refugees by IRC and other humanitarian workers.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor

Qualifications

  • BSC/HND in Accounting from recognized College/Institutions.
  • Year of graduation from University/Polytechnic should not be earlier than 2018.
  • MUST BE RESIDENT IN ABUJA

Experience

  • A MINIMUM OF ONE (1) YEAR OF ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE. COMPUTER LITERATE WITH SIGNIFICANT KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE IN EXCEL

Skills

  • Able to work in a high pressure situation,
  • Ability to independently organize work, prioritize task and manage time.
  • Strong inter-personal skills, able to coach and support others
  • Self motivated, honest, highly responsible and punctual
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, fluent in written and spoken English.

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2). Casual Driver

Location: Abuja

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include,

  • The safe and efficient transportation of IRC personnel.
  • The safe and efficient transportation of IRC materials
  • The care and maintenance of IRC vehicles and accessories
  • Comply with IRC fleet and driving policies and standards.
  • Representation of IRC in a professional manner.

Key Competencies

  • No road safety-related fines or convictions
  • Thorough knowledge of road rules and regulations
  • Safe/Defensive driving skills.
  • Skills in routine vehicle maintenance and minor repair
  • Knowledge (or ability to quickly learn) of HF, VHF, and satellite communications equipment.
  • Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
  • Able to carry out limited, un-supervised tasks.
  • Display an attitude and behavior that reflects well on both themselves and the IRC.

Expected Deliverables

  • Strict adherence to the IRC’s vehicle policies and procedures, including the use of seatbelts by all passengers.
  • Daily and pre-long distance vehicle checks. Accurate upkeep of the vehicle’s log sheet.
  • Maintaining the vehicle clean, fueled and mechanically sound.
  • Inspecting and maintaining vehicle accessories.

Qualifications

Education: Secondary School leaving Certificate

Work Experience : Minimum of 1 year experience as a professional driver preferably with an INGO.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

  • Pay attention to details.
  • problem solving
  • Excellent driving skills.
  • Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel etc.)

Language Skills: Speak and write English language clearly

Certificates or Licenses: Valid National drivers’ license

Deadline: Not specified

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