Job Description
Livelihoods Improvement for Vulnerable Ethiopians (LIVE)-ADDIS is a non-profit organization working in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, striving to empower vulnerable urban and semi-urban women, youth, and children through community-based development interventions. To achieve our development goals, we work in partnership with various development actors to create positive and sustainable change in people's lives.
LIVE-ADDIS is committed to safeguarding project participants from all forms of exploitation and abuse and expects all staff, volunteers, visitors, consultants, and contracted parties to share this commitment.
LIVE-ADDIS invites interested and qualified applicants for the position of Finance & Administration Officer.
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Position Title: Finance & Administration Officer (Project Accountant)
Qualification: BA / MA in Accounting, Finance, Management, or Business Administration
Area of Specialization: Financial management, project accounting, administration, procurement, and donor reporting
Reporting to: Executive Director
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Terms of Employment: One-year contract with possible extension based on performance and availability of funds
Salary: As per the organization’s scale (commensurate with responsibilities)
No. of Person Required: 1 (one)
Job Summary
The Finance & Administration Officer (Project Accountant) is responsible for coordinating the overall financial, accounting, administrative, and operational functions of LIVE-ADDIS, with a specific focus on project financial management (including KKS project accounting). The Officer ensures compliance with organizational values, financial policies, donor guidelines, and statutory requirements, while supporting day-to-day administration and procurement processes.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Project Accounting
Manage day-to-day financial operations, bookkeeping, and accounting functions for LIVE-ADDIS and assigned projects (including KKS).
Ensure strict compliance with Ethiopian financial laws, tax regulations (VAT, Income Tax, Pension), IPSAS, internal policies, and donor requirements.
Prepare financial reports, budget revisions, and fund requests for donors and management in a timely manner.
Facilitate internal and external audits, ensuring proper financial documentation, vouchers, and audit trail.
Assist in budget preparation, grant management, and regular Budget vs. Actual (BVA) tracking.
Implement anti-fraud, bribery, and whistleblowing policies.
Procurement, Logistics & Administration
Handle overall procurement activities in accordance with LIVE-ADDIS and donor guidelines (prepare Purchase Requests, RFQs, bid analysis, and Purchase Orders).
Manage office administration, basic human resource records, fixed assets register, and inventory/stock tracking.
Coordinate transport, vehicle movement, and logistics for program staff and field activities.
Ensure proper filing and safe keeping of all financial, administrative, and legal documents.
Operational Support & Reporting
Work closely with program teams to ensure smooth implementation of project activities.
Provide clear financial summaries and administrative support to the Executive Director.
Maintain professional relationships with partners, banks, tax authorities, and government offices.
Job Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
BA or MA degree in Accounting, Finance, Management, Business Administration, or related fields.
Minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in financial management, project accounting, and administration, preferably within non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
Solid understanding of donor reporting requirements, grant management, and financial compliance.
Proven experience in handling external project audits and working knowledge of IPSAS.
Technical & Behavioral Skills
Strong personal integrity, accountability, and ability to multitask under tight deadlines.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Peachtree/QuickBooks) and MS Office applications (Excel, Word).
Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
Fluency in spoken and written English and Amharic.
How To Apply
Interested applicants are required to submit their non-returnable application letter with CV and supporting credentials via email: liveaddis@gmail.com / liveaddised@gmail.com or in person at Yeka Sub-City, Woreda 09, House No. 105 (Kotebe, Across 02 Market), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Closing Date: 7 working days from Thursday, November 5th to Friday, November 13th, 2026, until 5:00 PM.
Telephone enquiries will not be accepted.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Note: Please state the job title ("Finance & Administration Officer") on the subject line of your email or on top of the envelope.
Qualified women applicants are highly encouraged to apply.
