Finance Assistant

About IOC/WEE-RDP/MRRD:

The Mission of the Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and Development (MRRD) is to ensure the social, economic, and political welfare of rural society, especially poor and vulnerable people, through the provision of basic services, strengthening local governance, and promoting sustainable livelihoods. MRRD accomplishes this mission through donor funded national programs in the areas of governance, infrastructure and economic growth.

Job Description:

Duties & Responsibilities:

Over all provide appropriate financial support for projects with cooperation of MRRD finance manager, within MRRD finance department.
Prepare disbursement (payment) vouchers for approved expenditures. Likewise, prepare
Expanse Voucher and regularly record project expenses.
Maintain daily cash book, handle physical cash and timely report any issue to the finance manager and to if required.
Assist in preparation of annual budget and programs budget.
Assist in preparation of  financial reports to donor/s based on the requirements,
Assist in preparation of monthly expenditure report and updated cash book for project management team,
Process and close follow up of all advances which are received by Projects or any operation.
Review and reconcile suspense accounts and ensure compliance with project operating procedures.
Maintain accurate records of all financial documents, transactions, vouchers, request, bills etc.
Undertake close follow up of, procurements throughout MRRD procurement department.
Prepare request and list of expenses for workshops & Seminars conducted through the project.
Travel to provinces and provide finance support to field activities when necessary.
Review various financial transactions, including payroll, grants, travel claims, and other approved expenditures to ensure correctness of disbursements and adherence to relevant project procedures, financial regulations, policies, and administrative practices and guidelines
Any other duties assign by line Manager.

Job Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

The successful candidate should have the following skills, experience and qualifications:

Qualifications/Skills:

Bachelor degree with 2 years of relevant experience will be preferred from any faculty &12th graduate with 4 years of relevant experience.
Holding diploma in accounting/finance management from a professional institute is preferable.
Excellent speak and write English, Pashto and Dari.
Excellent typing and writing skills

 Abilities:

Ability to prepare and maintain budget, financial report, cash books and other financial documents.
Effective communication and writing skills
Better understanding of Gov. Procedures
Good communication skills
Ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to undertake multi tasks.
Ability to travel provinces and provide admin/finance support during field activities to project

Reporting Line:  His line Supervisor.

Submission Guideline:

Interested Afghans with the required qualifications and experience should submit their applications electronically through vacancies.hrcsd@mrrd.gov.af
While submitting your applications please mention the Title of the position plus Vacancy Number in the subject of the e-mail; please do NOT submit any other supporting documentation or educational certificates with your application. If you are short listed you will be asked to submit electronic copies of your educational certificates and if you are invited to written test you will be required to present the original certificates. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date of the position. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written test Note: In the interests of open and fair competition and a merit based selection process applicants are advised that lobbying for a position , whether by the applicant or by any person acting on his or her behalf, shall result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate from further consideration. Applicants are strongly advised to inform potential supporters of this restriction which shall be strictly enforced.

Please don’t forget to type the Vacancy Announcement Number (1355/019/HRCSD/IOC/WEE-RDP/MRRD) in Subject while applying online. Application without vacancy number will not be accepted. 

The Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and Development of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan is highly committed to increase women’s participation in government sector therefore women are highly encouraged to apply.

Submission Email:

vacancies.hrcsd@mrrd.gov.af