At RECOFTC, we believe in a future where people live equitably and sustainably in and beside healthy, resilient forests. We take a long-term, landscape-based and inclusive approach to supporting local communities to secure their land and resource rights, stop deforestation, find alternative livelihoods, and foster gender equity. We are the only non-profit organization of our kind in Asia and the Pacific. We have more than 30 years of experience working with people and forests and have built trusting relationships with partners at all levels. Our influence and partnerships extend from multilateral institutions to governments, the private sector, and local communities. Our innovations, knowledge, and initiatives enable countries to foster good forest governance, mitigate and adapt to climate change, and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations 2030 Agenda.

RECOFTC Nepal is inviting candidates to apply for the position of Administration and Finance Officer. The successful applicant will be based in Kathmandu, Nepal. The contract duration is for 12 months with a possibility of extension subject to funding and satisfactory performance. The position is for Nepalese nationals only.

At RECOFTC, we believe in a future where people live equitably and sustainably in and beside healthy, resilient forests. We take a long-term, landscape-based and inclusive approach to supporting local communities to secure their land and resource rights, stop deforestation, find alternative livelihoods, and foster gender equity. We are the only non-profit organization of our kind in Asia and the Pacific. We have more …

Administration and Finance Officer

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Basic Job Information

Job Category	:	Accounting / Finance
Job Level	:	Senior Level
No. of Vacancy/s	:	[ 1 ]
Employment Type	:	Full Time
Job Location	:	Kathmandu
Offered Salary	:	Negotiable
Apply Before(Deadline)	:	Oct. 24, 2022 23:55 (1 year, 6 months ago)

Job Specification

Education Level	:	Under Graduate (Bachelor)
Experience Required	:	More than or equal to 3 years
Professional Skill Required	:	Accounting Tally Accounting Software MS Office Suite

Other Specification

Qualifications and experience

The Administrative and Finance Officer will have the following qualifications and experience:

Essential

Bachelors’ degree in business administration and management or relevant field from recognized university
At least 3 years of experience in financial and administrative management, handling information management technology will be advantageous
Good written and spoken English and Nepali
Practical skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office application and accounting software especially Tally
Nepali nationality only

Desirable

Master degree in business administration and management or relevant field
Familiarity with various multilateral and bilateral funding mechanisms
Ability to adapt and take initiative to improve the work quality
Multi-tasking and ability to organize several tasks to meet deadlines
Hands-on experience and ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Interpersonal communication skills, individually and in groups with an ability to work as an active member of teams, flexibly and with an open mind
Ability to work in a variety of cultural and institutional contexts

Job Description

Process payments and maintain all financial records along with appropriate supporting documents in compliance with RECOFTC Nepal and donors’ finance and administration policy and procedures, and taxation rules and regulations of Government of Nepal
Keep account transaction record in Tally software
Maintain all account-related documents electronically and in hard copies and keep transections record in Tally software
Prepare financial report as required by RECOFTC Main Office as well as donors
Regularly update the account and admin-related information on to RECOFTC integrated information system
Communicate with bank in person or electronically to acquire necessary information timely
Arrange logistical support for meetings, training, workshops, and for staff travelling on duty domestically and internationally
Maintain soft copies of all the communication with other RECOFTC members, consultants, partners and donors related to financial and accounting management
Process procurement for office equipment and services in compliance with RECOFTC and donors’ policy and requirements.
Keep inventory of all the assets of RECOFTC Nepal and ensure they are in good working condition, and prepare annual fixed asset reconciliation and report
Coordinate recruitment activities in compliance with RECOFTC policy and procedures
Process payroll for RECOFTC Nepal staff in compliance with laws and regulations of Government of Nepal
Maintain office conditions, ensure the good environment and smooth running of RECOFTC Nepal’s office and timely operations
Communicate with the administrative and finance team at RECOFTC’s main office as and when necessary keeping the Managing Director updated
Perform any other tasks assigned by the Managing Director

RECOFTC’s core values

At RECOFTC, our core values are the foundation of our culture and guide all our work. In addition to job specific skills and experience, the applicant should possess the following characteristics, attitudes and skills:

Embrace innovation
Adapt to, and learn from, challenges
Collaborate with partners and stakeholders
Nurture commitment, responsibility and ownership
Prioritize sustainability
Cultivate participation, social inclusion and gender equity

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