Programme Finance Officer – CBM (Christian Blind Mission)

About CBM

CBM (Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission e.V.) is an international development organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in some of the world’s most underserved communities.

Guided by Christian values and more than 100 years of professional expertise, CBM works to address poverty both as a cause and consequence of disability by promoting inclusive development and equal opportunities for all.

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Position: Programme Finance Officer

Employment Details

Item	Details
Working Hours	37.5 hours per week
Contract Type	Local position only
Expatriation	Not intended
Work Conditions	Based on local country conditions

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Key Responsibilities

1. Project Development

• Develop and review project budgets during planning stages
• Ensure compliance with donor and local regulations including:
  • Taxes
  • Social security requirements
• Support Partner Portfolio teams in:
  • Partner assessments
  • Addressing financial management gaps

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2. Partner Capacity Building

• Design and implement financial management training initiatives
• Train partners on:
  • Financial reporting
  • Budgeting
  • Procurement procedures
  • Forecasting
  • Internal controls
  • Compliance requirements
• Conduct:
  • Workshops
  • Coaching sessions
  • One-on-one training
• Promote transparency and efficiency in financial systems

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3. Project Coordination & Quality Assurance

Responsibilities include reviewing:

• Income & Expenditure Statements
• Balance sheets
• Bank reconciliations
• Cash flow statements

Additional duties:

• Assist partners in procurement planning
• Support procurement financial analysis
• Ensure timely project fund transfers
• Respond to donor financial queries
• Coordinate financial matters between:
  • Country Office
  • International Office
  • Implementing partners
• Provide financial updates to the Country Director
• Maintain accurate project finance documentation

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4. Monitoring

Conduct annual financial monitoring visits (remote and physical) including:

• Sample voucher checks
• Procurement compliance reviews
• Documentation verification
• Tax and VAT checks
• Eligibility verification of expenditures
• Corrective action guidance

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5. Reporting & Audit

• Review quarterly and annual financial reports
• Reconcile reports with:
  • Bank statements
  • Project accounts
• Support budget-versus-actual expenditure analysis
• Review financial forecasts
• Coordinate internal and external audits
• Draft auditor Terms of Reference (ToRs)
• Support timely auditor recruitment
• Follow up on audit recommendations
• Close audit action points after verification

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6. Compliance & Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate financial risks
• Ensure compliance with:
  • Donor regulations
  • Tax laws
  • Labor laws
  • NGO regulations
• Monitor changing tax regulations
• Support partners in legal compliance
• Review and close compliance-related action points

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7. Country Office Finance Management & Controls

Support Country Office operations through:

• Implementation of internal controls
• Maintenance of accounting records
• Banking and payment support
• Proper filing of financial documents
• Year-end financial closing support
• Procurement and asset management coordination
• Supplier process compliance

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Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Candidates should possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in:
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Related field
• Associate CPA qualification (mandatory)

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Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in:
  • International NGOs (I/NGO sector)
  • Equivalent financial management roles

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Technical Skills

Applicants should demonstrate:

Financial Management

• Budgeting
• Financial reporting
• Accounting principles

Grant Management

• Donor compliance
• Grant reporting requirements

Analytical Skills

• Financial analysis
• Trend identification
• Decision-making support

Risk Management

• Financial risk assessment
• Internal control systems

Software Skills

Experience with financial systems such as:

• QuickBooks
• SAP
• Other accounting software

Languages

• Professional proficiency in English
• Local language skills are an advantage

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Interpersonal Skills

Successful candidates should have:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Team collaboration abilities
• Capacity-building and training experience
• Stakeholder engagement skills

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Personal Attributes

CBM is looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Attention to detail
• Integrity and ethical conduct
• Adaptability
• Problem-solving abilities
• Commitment to Christian values and CBM’s mission

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What CBM Offers

CBM provides:

• A meaningful role in a leading disability-inclusive development organization
• Competitive local salary and social benefits
• A collaborative and diverse work environment
• Opportunities for creativity and professional contribution
• Strong team spirit within an agile organization

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Diversity & Inclusion

CBM Careers welcomes applications from people of:

• Different ethnic and social backgrounds
• Different religions and worldviews
• All genders and ages
• Persons with disabilities

Suitability for the role is the primary selection criterion.

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How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through CBM’s official applicant portal.

Required documents include:

• Motivation letter
• Updated CV
• Relevant work references

Contact Person

Ms. Liana Du Plessis

To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.

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