Job Opportunity at Plan International Ethiopia

Position: Cost Recovery Officer

About the Opportunity

The Cost Recovery Officer is responsible for ensuring cost recovery from active grants on a monthly basis. The role involves setting up grants and cost centers on the financial system, carrying out cost apportionments, and ensuring compliance with Plan International’s cost recovery policies. The officer will coordinate with the finance team on cost classifications, maintain accurate staff salary funding matrices, and manage submissions to the treasury unit.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure grants and cost centers are properly set up for cost apportionment.
Carry out cost recovery processes in line with organizational policies.
Support cost classification development in collaboration with the finance team.
Maintain accurate and timely salary funding matrices.
Ensure adherence to Plan International’s safeguarding and gender equality policies.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Education

BA degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

Experience

3-5 years of relevant work experience in accounting, budgeting, and financial management.
At least 2 years of experience working directly with donor budgets.

Skills and Knowledge

Basic understanding of financial and grant management roles.
Knowledge of cost recovery processes and principles.
Strong proficiency in Excel and budgeting functions.
Integrated understanding of grant accounting practices and procedures.

Safeguarding and Inclusion Responsibilities

Uphold Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy.
Ensure team members are inducted on safeguarding and gender equality policies.
Promote safeguarding practices and ensure relevant reporting and data submission.

Application Details

Eligibility: Open to Ethiopian Nationals who are eligible to live and work in Ethiopia.

Deadline: November 30, 2024.

Application Links

Internal Applicants: Apply Here
External Applicants: Apply Here

Notes for Applicants

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CVs sent outside the specified links will not be accepted.
Early applications are encouraged; the advert may close early upon sufficient applications.
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

For further information about Plan International, visit http://plan-international.org.

Plan International is committed to ensuring the safety of children and upholding diversity, welcoming applications from individuals meeting the required qualifications and skills.

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