The Asia Foundation
The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities across Asia and the Pacific. Informed by 70 years of experience and deep local knowledge, our work is focused on governance, climate action, gender equality, education and leadership, inclusive growth, and international cooperation. We work in more than 20 countries through our 17 permanent country offices and programs across Asia and the Pacific, supported by a headquarters in San Francisco and an office in Washington, DC. Our funding comes from a diverse array of bilateral and multilateral development agencies, foundations, corporations, and individuals.
The Asia Foundation (the Foundation) invites applications from interested candidates to support the Foundation’s program team for FCDO funded project in Nepal.
The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities across Asia and the Pacific. Informed by 70 years of experience and deep local knowledge, our work is focused on governance, climate action, gender equality, education and leadership, inclusive growth, and international cooperation. We work in more than 20 countries through our 17 permanent country offices and programs …
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TITLE: Program Finance Consultant (Level: Sr. Associate)
UNIT: Nepal Office
REPORTS TO: Sr. Program Finance Officer
SUPERVISES: N/A
PERIOD OF CONTRACT: Six months with the possibility of extension subject to funding availability
1. SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITY
Under the direction of the Finance & Grants Director, the Program Finance Consultant will assist the Senior Program Finance Officer in managing grants/contracts under the FCDO funded project in Nepal. S/he will assist ensuring full compliance of all grants/contracts with FCDO rules and regulations, assist in monitoring and financial reporting of partners, oversee grant/contract payments, assist in trainings and capacity building to partners, and coordinate with programs, grants, finance and administration staff. This position will be based in Kathmandu with frequent field visits.
2. RELATIONSHIPS
Internal
Daily contact with Senior Program Finance Officer, Finance & Grants Director and Finance & Grant Unit. Regular contact with relevant Foundation staff as needed.
External
Regular contact with local partners and vendors.
3. REQUIREMENTS
Experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or relevant field. Experience in auditing will be preferred.
Other
Excellent communication skills, creative thinking, willing to take initiatives, ability to critically analyze information, fully conversant with using the Microsoft Office suite of programs, particularly MS Word, Excel, and Power Point, strong inter-personal skills, and ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds, willingness to undertake duty travel to districts.
4. JOB FUNCTIONS
Applicants are requested to read through the job descriptions above for the position. Job shall be applied through the Foundation's Online Job Application form HERE by March 03, 2024. Please attach your Curricular Vitae (CV) along with a cover letter describing suitability for the position in the Job Application form. In case of any technical difficulties, queries can be forwarded to [email protected]. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Telephone calls will not be entertained.
The Asia Foundation is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive office environment. Women and people from economically and socially excluded groups are encouraged to apply.
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