The Finance Coordinator

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTERES (CONSULTING SERVICES- INDIVIDUAL LOCAL)

COUNTRY: Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

Name of Project: Joint Programme on “Strengthening the Institutional Capacity of the National Gender Machineries in Ethiopia”

The Joint Programme “Strengthening Institutional Capacity of Gender Machineries in Ethiopia” (2025–2027), led by UN Women and UNFPA in collaboration with MoWSA, BoWSAs, and statistical institutions with support from the European Union Delegation in Ethiopia and the Spanish Cooperation Agency, aims to Enhance gender planning, implementation, monitoring and reporting systems, Improve production, analysis, and use of gender statistics and Advance gender mainstreaming in national and regional programs.

The Programme targets MoWSA, BoWSAs in Afar, Amhara, Gambella, Somali and Tigray, sectoral gender directorates, and key statistical institutions, indirectly benefiting women and girls nationwide by strengthening institutional capacity to deliver equitable services.

The Ministry of Women and Social Affairs has given lead to recruit the Senior Programme Coordinator, Finance Coordinator and Senior Sector Specific Technical Assistant for the implementation of Joint Programme on “Strengthening the Institutional Capacity of the National Gender Machineries in Ethiopia”.

The Ministry of Women & Social Affairs has intended to invite qualified eligible individuals to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested candidates should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.

Therefore, the Ministry of Women and Social Affairs now invites committed, experienced and competent local applicants for the following positions.

The Scope of Services and key Responsibilities

The Finance Coordinator will provide financial management and administrative support for the Joint Programme at the federal level. The role ensures proper financial planning, budgeting, utilization, compliance, and reporting in line with UN, donors and government regulations. The Finance Coordinator will support efficient use of resources and ensure accountability and transparency in programme financial operations.

The scope of the assignment and the responsibilities of the Finance Coordinator will include but not limited to the following tasks:

Financial Management and Budgeting

• Support the preparation, revision, and monitoring of programme budgets in line with approved work plans.

• Track expenditures and ensure alignment with budget allocations and donor requirements.

• Provide regular financial analysis and forecasts to support programme implementation.

• Ensure cost-effective use of programme resources.

• Provide timely technical support to Federal and Regional team working on the JP on strengthening of National Gender machineries in Ethiopia.

Financial Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare and submit timely and accurate financial reports to UN Women, UNFPA, and government stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with UN financial rules, donor requirements, and national regulations.

• Maintain proper financial records and documentation for audit purposes.

• Support internal and external audits and implement audit recommendations in a timely manner

• Facilitate tailored training on financial management and related topics to experts working on the JP on strengthening gender machineries in the selected regions

Payment Processing and Disbursement

• Facilitate timely processing of payments, advances, and reimbursements.

• Verify supporting documents for financial transactions to ensure completeness and accuracy.

• Coordinate with UN agencies and partners on fund disbursement and liquidation processes.

• Keep up to date and proper documentations and records for reference

Programme Support and Coordination

• Work closely with programme teams to align financial planning with programme activities.

• Provide financial guidance to implementing partners, including MoWSA, BoWSAs, and sectoral institutions.

• Support capacity building of partners on financial management and reporting requirements.

• Work closely with the program officer in the organization of midterm and update meetings specifically on financial matters

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with UN Women, UNFPA, MoWSA, and other stakeholders on financial matters.

• Participate in programme review meetings and provide financial updates.

• Support the program officer in partners consultations and meetings

Required Qualifications/Competences and Experience

• Master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in financial management, preferably within development and humanitarian programmes.

• Strong knowledge of financial rules, procedures, and donor compliance requirements, particularly with EU rules and regulations

• Experience working with Government UN agencies or international organizations is an asset.

• Proven experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and audit processes.

Competencies and Skills

• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills. 

• Proficiency in English and Amharic; knowledge of other local languages is an asset

• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multi-institutional environment. 

Duration of the Assignment and implementation arrangements for the above three positions.

• Duration: Minimum one-year contract, renewable based on performance, resource availability and programme needs. 

How To Apply

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 9:00am to 12:00am and 2:00pm to 5:00pm from Monday to Friday.                                                                 

  Interested candidates may submit their CVs and credentials with written application to the address below before the deadline Friday, June 05/ 2026, 5.30pm.

Ministry of Women and Social Affairs

4 Kilo, Behind Tourist Hotel 

Competency and Human Resource Management Executive, 7th floor

Tel: +251916827606, 0911555381

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia