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Admin/Finance officer

WADAN
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Position Title: Admin/Finance officer

2026-01-18    Helmand     Full Time     296

Job Location: Helmand
Nationality: National
Category: Finance
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: As per organization salary scale
Vacancy Number: W-0216
No. Of Jobs: 1
City: Lashkargah with travels to the participatory District
Organization: WADAN
Years of Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in finance, administration, or procurement, preferably in NGOs or WHO-funded projects.
Contract Duration: Project base
Gender: Male
Education: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
Close date: 2026-01-18

About WADAN:

Established in August 2002, WADAN is an indigenous, government registered NGO. We undertake community and institutional development, civic education, education, drug control, human rights, anti-corruption, protection, livelihood and child protection initiatives. Headquartered in Kabul, WADAN has offices in provinces that provide national coverage.

For details please visit our website at www.wadan.org

Job Descriptions:

The Welfare Association for the Development of Afghanistan (WADAN), in partnership with WHO, is implementing a health project in Helmand province to enhance primary healthcare, immunization, reproductive health, and emergency response services.

The Admin/Finance Officer will be responsible for financial management, budgeting, procurement, and administrative support to ensure smooth project operations, compliance with WHO and WADAN financial guidelines, and effective resource utilization.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Budgeting

  • Oversee the financial operations of the project, ensuring proper management of funds.
  • Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and reports in compliance with WHO and WADAN policies.
  • Prepare monthly financial reports and submit them to the Finance Manager and WHO.
  • Monitor project expenditures, reconcile accounts, and ensure budget alignment.
  • Process payments, payroll, and staff per diems in a timely manner.

Procurement & Logistics

  • Ensure transparent procurement of goods and services in line with WHO and WADAN guidelines.
  • Maintain vendor records and contracts for audit and compliance purposes.
  • Oversee inventory management of office supplies, medical equipment, and field logistics.
  • Verify purchase requests, quotations, and invoices before processing payments.

Administrative Support

  • Manage project documentation, correspondence, and filing systems.
  • Ensure compliance with HR policies, staff attendance, and leave records.
  • Support the organization of meetings, trainings, and workshops.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodation, and logistics for project staff.

Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure all financial transactions comply with WHO, WADAN, and donor requirements.
  • Maintain proper audit trails, receipts, and supporting documents for all expenditures.
  • Assist in the preparation of financial statements, donor reports, and audits.
  • Conduct regular internal checks to identify and rectify financial discrepancies.

Risk Management & Problem-Solving

  • Identify and resolve financial and administrative issues in a timely manner.
  • Implement cost control measures to enhance financial efficiency.
  • Report any fraud, misuse of funds, or financial risks to management.

Safeguarding, PSEA, and Compliance

  • Ensure integration and implementation of Protection from Sexual Exploitation and
  • Abuse (PSEA), Child Safeguarding, and Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) principles across all project activities.
  • Ensure staff and partners adhere to organizational policies, WHO requirements, and codes of conduct.
  • Report and address safeguarding concerns in line with established procedures.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in finance, administration, or procurement, preferably in NGOs or WHO-funded projects.
  • Experience with grant management and donor financial reporting is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks, Excel, and financial reporting tools.
  • Experience in procurement and inventory management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Fluency in Pashto, Dari, and English.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and accounting software.

Working Conditions:

  • The position is office-based in Nangarhar, with occasional field visits if required.
  • Work may involve tight deadlines and financial reporting requirements.
  • Compliance with WADAN and WHO financial policies and security protocols is mandatory.

Submission Guidelines:

WADAN is accepting applications from interested individuals.  If you are interested in being considered, please submit your CV and cover letter via (jobs@wadan.org) noting the position title in the subject line i.e., “ Admin/Finance officer   W-0216” or your application will not be considered. Only short-listed individuals will be contacted for the written test and after that for an interview. If you are not contacted TWO or THREE WEEKS after the closing date, please know that your application has not been successful for the post.

When applying, please rename your CV with your full name e.g. Omid Ahmadi Otherwise, the system will not accept your application.

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یادونه: د غوښتنلیک سپارلو پر مهال، مهرباني وکړئ خپل سی وي د خپل بشپړ نوم سره ونوموی (لکه، امید احمدی ). که نه، سیسټم به ستاسو غوښتنلیک ونه مني

Submission Email:

jobs@wadan.org

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