SECTION27: Finance and Administration Officer
SECTION27 is a non-profit organisation that uses public interest law and advocacy to protect, promote and advance human rights and social justice. If you are passionate about human rights, self-motivated and would like to be part of a dynamic team working to challenge inequality and positively influence society, joining SECTION27 could be the opportunity you have been looking for.
Our activities include litigation, research, and advocacy to advance and promote the rule of law. We focus on protecting everyone’s right of access to health care services, basic education, and sufficient food, as guaranteed by the Constitution.
SECTION27 seeks to appoint a Finance and Administration Officer, based in Johannesburg.
JOB SPECIFICATION
Qualification
At least 2-3 years post qualification experience in financial administration and grant (s) management
B Com degree with accounting as a major or CIMA/ACCA part qualified
Experience
Project programme/project financial management, including contract management and budget compilation and management
Experience with donor reporting – knowledge of EU donor guidelines and reporting requirements and knowledge of working with donor funds will be an advantage
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of financial software packages i.e., pastel accounting and payroll
Hands-on mentality, result driven and team player
Good time management and analytical skills
Knowledge of the rules and regulations that govern non-profit organisations is an advantage
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English
Proficiency in one or more indigenous South African languages
Personal attributes
Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, including working outside regular office hours
The ability to take initiative and work independently or in a team
Willingness to travel nationally
Duties and Responsibilities
Administration of donor budget and work plan ensuring adherence to donor contract
Donor financial reporting and process administration, from invoice processing, payments processing and bank reconciliation
Analysis of timesheets
Collection, scanning and filing of supporting documentation, such as meeting attendance registers and travel receipts
Prepare donor reports and analyse variances
Preparation of funder reallocation journals as required
Ad-hoc requests for costing of donor activities
Liaise with budget holders and assist with departmental budgets preparations to ensure alignment with donor budget
Provide information analysing actuals vs. budgets on specific ad-hoc requests for budget holders e.g., reminders and support to teams on adherence to timelines and of requirements in terms of supporting documentation required
Allocate cost codes to project
Assist the team with administrative tasks
Provide support to partner-organisation through monitoring and evaluation visits
Prepare audit deliverables for annual grant audits
Please forward your curriculum vitae accompanied by a motivation as to why you are interested in and suitable for the position to applications@section27.org.za by 15 November 2021. Late applications will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
