Intercommunity Development Social Organisation (IDS) is a voluntary, not-for-profit and non-
governmental organization (NGO) founded in 2004 by Peace loving and law-abiding women and
youth and incorporated with the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Corporate Affairs Commission
(CAC/IT/No.60576) 2013 and granted Special Consultative Status by the United Nations (UN)
Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in 2013. IDS is dedicated to Peace-building, Social-
economic empowerment, Health, Education, Child protection and Equity to improve on the
living conditions of vulnerable women, youth, children and other minority groups in Nigeria.
Job Title: Finance Manager
Supervisor: Director and National Program manager
Location: Borno State. (Maiduguri)
Contract: Fixed term
Reports to: Director and Prog. Manager
Overall Purpose
The post holder will ensure maintenance of adequate financial integrity in supporting
quality and timely data input for generation of financial reports, review and analyze
accounting ledgers
She will also contribute to strengthening the internal control and accounting systems of
Intercommunity Development Social Organisation (IDS) and the financial activities of
transformative LIFE–SAVING ASSISTANCE THROUGH NUTRITION SENSITIVE GFD-
IK/GFD-CBT AND COMPLEMENTARY LIVELIHOOD activities. This is a tenure
position based in Maiduguri, Nigeria expected to start 1st June 2023.
Specific Responsibilities
Assists in the preparation of financial reports as required by the project
Attend to project specific internal/external audit
Lead the Finance team on the financial planning processes of the long term (three-year
planning) and short term (annual budgeting) plans that feed into the National Plans.
Work with other members of the project team in planning and forecasting
Follow through GFD/CBT/LIVELIHOOD communication procedures with donor and
implementing partners
Strictly adhere to GFD/CBT/LIVELIHOOD Nigeria policies and procedures and
observance with agreement or donor Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
Support Implementing partners organisations’ grant management process
Provide organizational development support to Implementing partner organisations
Support capacity assessment, financial and accounting processes review, and prepare
reports on partner organizations as may be assigned by the Finance Manager
Provide financial support to fundraising and proposal writing for the organization
Monitor and review staff advances, retirements, and post hold journals
Responsible for reconciliation of projects, bank accounts and other assigned ledgers
Any other duties as assigned by Management.
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: All IDS staff
External: IDS Partners and other stakeholders.
Education/Qualifications
First Degree in Accounting/Finance
Relevant accounting professional certification like ICAN, ANAN, ACA is a must
Masters degree is an added advantage
Experience:
At least three (5) years post NYSC experience, which should have been spent in a finance
position.
Experience in implementing financial control systems
Development sector experience as a finance person.
Skills/Abilities:
Sound Practical Knowledge of several accounting software and Spreadsheets like
Quickbooks, brightbooks, zenus financial, Xero and Microsoft office.
Ability to work well with or without supervision
Ability to interface effectively with other members of staff and solve problems using own
initiative
Knowledge of SUN accounting software is an added advantage
Ability to work under pressure.
Personal Qualities:
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
Accuracy and attention to details
High sense of integrity
Effectively promote IDS’s mission values, and objectives
Application Closing Date
6th May, 2023
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should vacanciesids@gmail.com
Note: Submit Application online with your CV and Cover letter. CV must be named with
your name and surname.
