Finance and Administration Officer

Project Summary:

Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE), a non-profit organization headquartered in Abuja, has received grant funding the Fund for African Private Sector Assistance (FAPA), through the African Development Bank (AfDB), to implement the Horticultural Supply Chain for Smallholder Farmers (HORTISUN) Project in Kaduna State, Nigeria.

The project seeks to enhance the competitiveness, resilience and inclusiveness of Nigeria’s horticulture sector, with particular emphasis on the tomato value chain in Kaduna State. Specifically, HORTISUN aims to increase productivity, reduce post-harvest losses and promote sustainable agribusiness models through youth- and women-led micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). 

Using a Market Systems Development (MSD) approach, the project will work with relevant market actors and leverage the capacities of MSMEs to achieve sustainable impact, scalability and replication. The project will be implemented over a period of 24 months, from September 2026 to August 2028.

Job Summary 

• The Finance and Administration Officer will ensure sound financial management, accounting, and administrative systems to guarantee transparency, efficiency, and compliance with AfDB/FAPA and WEWE policies.
• The officer will ensure effective financial management, reporting, and administrative oversight for the HORTISUN project, enabling efficient use of resources and compliance with AfDB/FAPA and WEWE standards.
• He/She will report to the Project Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in line with donor requirements.
• Compliance and Internal Controls: Implement internal controls; ensure all financial
• Overall - To ensure sound financial management, compliance, and reporting.
• Financial Planning and Budgeting: Develop, monitor, and update project budgets; provide forecasts and financial projections.
• Accounting and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate financial records, track expenditures, and ensure proper documentation.

Transactions adhere to AfDB/FAPA and WEWE guidelines:

• Cash Flow Management: Monitor project cash flow and ensure timely disbursement of funds to staff, vendors, and partners.
• Procurement and Payment Oversight: Review procurement financials; approve payments in line with established procedures.
• Audit and Accountability: Support internal and external audits; implement corrective measures as recommended.
• Transparency and Advisory Support: Keep record, ensure compliance; and advise management on financial risks and opportunities.

Deliverables

• Approved budgets and financial plans.
• Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Records and documentation for audits.
• Reports on financial compliance and internal control assessments.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration; professional certification (ACCA, ICAN, CPA) is an advantage.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience managing finances in donor-funded development projects.
• Knowledge of AfDB, FAPA, or multilateral donor financial regulations.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and organizational skills.
• High integrity and attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
14th September, 2026.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their comprehensive curriculum vitae and cover letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining their suitability to: using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note

• Kindly note that WEWE reserves the right to conclude this recruitment process once a suitable individual is selected. Only shortlisted individuals will be contacted.
• DISCLAIMER:Please note that participating in this recruitment process with the Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organisation (WEWE) does not constitute the issuance of a contract or agreement, nor does it commit WEWE to cover any costs associated with your participation in the recruitment process. The decision to recruit short-term or long-term personnel rests solely with WEWE. WEWE reserves the right to hire or not hire anyone at all from this recruitment process it is subject to a merit review process, considering factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, value for money, availability of funds, and other relevant considerations. For equity purposes, WEWE upholds equity.

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