External Vacancy Announcement: GOAL Ethiopia

GOAL Ethiopia is an international humanitarian organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities. We are currently seeking a highly organized and multi-talented professional to fill the role of LAF (Logistics, Admin/HR, and Finance) Officer. This position is critical for ensuring smooth operational support at the program level.

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Position: LAF Officer

Role Summary: The LAF Officer is responsible for the integrated management of logistics, finance, and human resources within a specific program area. You will ensure that all activities comply with GOAL’s manuals and donor requirements (such as USAID, ECHO, and Irish Aid) while providing essential support to field teams.

• Employment Type: Full-time.
• Location: Field-based (with frequent travel to remote/rural locations).

Key Areas of Accountability

1. Logistics Management

• Conduct local procurement following GOAL policies.
• Manage warehouse stocks, assets, and vehicle fleets.
• Oversee compound security and manage support staff (guards/cleaners).
• Coordinate transport and prepositioning of supplies for health/nutrition (CMAM) teams.

2. Financial Management

• Maintain cashbooks, record accounts, and ensure correct budget coding.
• Prepare monthly fund requests and expenditure reports.
• Handle monthly utility payments and VAT expenditure tracking.
• Ensure full documentation for donor compliance and audits.

3. Admin & Human Resource Management

• Recruitment: Manage hiring for junior roles (Grade 4 and below) and support senior recruitments.
• Payroll & Benefits: Facilitate monthly payroll data and manage pension profile submissions.
• Leave Admin: Track annual, sick, and maternity leaves in compliance with Labor Law.
• Performance: Remind managers of appraisal deadlines and track probation periods.
• Employee Relations: Handle disciplinary issues and promote staff awareness of Safeguarding and Anti-Harassment policies.

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About You

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: BA or Diploma in Accounting or a related field.
• Experience: * 2 years of experience for BA holders or 4 years for Diploma holders.
  • Previous experience in an NGO environment covering Logistics, Finance, and HR is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: * High proficiency in MS Excel and Office.
  • Fluency in English and Amharic (written and verbal).
• Attributes: High accuracy, ability to meet tight deadlines, and readiness to live in basic conditions in rural field sites.

Desirable Qualities

• Experience with accounting software like SAGE, Peachtree, or SUN.
• Strong interpretation of Ethiopian Labor Law.
• Knowledge of local languages of the program area.

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How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should submit their non-returnable application letter and CV only once. Please ensure the Vacancy Reference Number, Job Title, and Duty Station are clearly stated in your application.

• Application Method: Apply online via www.ethiojobs.net.
• Deadline: As per the timeline indicated on the Ethiojobs portal.

Note: GOAL Ethiopia strongly encourages female candidates to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews and exams.

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