Hope & Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF) are Recruiting (2 Opening's) Current Job Vacancies - NAIJA STICK

Hope & Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF) are Recruiting (2 Opening's) Current Job Vacancies 

Hope and rural aid foundation is a local non-governmental organisation that works nation-wide with major focus in Northeast Nigeria to promote health, education, food security and livelihood; supporting the needs of internally displaced persons, and serving the vulnerable. 

• We have a workforce of about 25 and a growing community of more than 75 volunteers cut across our different working sectors within the North eastern states of Nigeria

About the Job

The Finance Officer will support the financial and operational management of the project, dedicating 50% of their time to the assigned project. 

• The position is responsible for managing financial transactions, procurement documentation, and ensuring compliance with HARAF and donor financial policies and procedures. 

The Finance Officer will ensure accurate recording, reporting, and monitoring of project expenditures and financial activities.

Job Title: Finance Officer

Location: Maiduguri, Borno State

Job Type: Six (6) months contract

Reports to: Operations Manager

Application Deadline: October 31, 2025

Organization: Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF)

Key Responsibilities:

Manage all project financial transactions in compliance with HARAF and donor financial policies.

• Ensure proper documentation, recording, and filing of all financial and procurement-related documents.
• Prepare payment vouchers, ensure completeness of supporting documents, and process vendor payments.
• Support procurement processes by reviewing and verifying quotations, purchase orders, and bid documents for financial accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain accurate project accounts, ledgers, and cashbooks.
• Reconcile bank and cash accounts regularly and report discrepancies.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the project.

Support the development of project budgets, expenditure forecasts, and financial analysis.

Monitor project expenditure to ensure alignment with approved budgets and donor requirements.

• Facilitate internal and external audits and ensure timely submission of audit documents.
• Work closely with program, admin, and logistics teams to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Operations Manager.

Qualification/professional competencies:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

 Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in finance and accounting roles.

• Professional certification (ICAN, ACCA, ANAN) is an added advantage.
• Experience working with NGOs or donor-funded projects preferred.
• High level of integrity, transparency, and accountability.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Fluency in English (knowledge of Hausa or other local languages is an advantage).

Core Competencies

Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management.

 Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage, or similar).

• Excellent analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
•  Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

How to Apply 

To apply for Finance Officer At Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF)

To apply for Project Coordinator (Health) At Hope and Rural Aid Foundation (HARAF)

Note:

HARAF is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity. We encourage all qualified candidates regardless disabilities, age, sex. Ethnicity, race, religion and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.