WDIO Background:

Watan Development and Initiative Organization is a non-governmental, nonprofit, nonpolitical, and independent organization dedicated to empowering and uplifting communities through sustainable development, social justice, and the enhancement of well-being for individuals and families. Since its establishment in 2014, we have tirelessly worked towards poverty alleviation, economic empowerment, education and skill development, health and well-being, gender equality, women's empowerment, agriculture and livestock, and environmental sustainability. Our goal is to improve living conditions, provide quality education and essential skills to individuals, enhance community health and well-being, achieve gender equality, improve agricultural productivity, and promote environmental sustainability.

With a passionate team of over ninety-seven individuals and a strong network of partners and supporters, we strive to bring about positive change by preserving and celebrating cultural diversity and heritage, fostering social cohesion, and promoting cross-cultural understanding and respect. We ensure program effectiveness and accountability through continuous monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven approaches. Our commitment to integrity, sustainability, accountability, innovation, empowerment, advocacy, and respect for diversity guides our efforts as we address pressing challenges such as poverty alleviation, education, healthcare, environmental conservation, women's empowerment, child welfare, and sustainable development.

Through innovative programs, advocacy efforts, and community engagement, Watan Development and Initiative Organization is at the forefront of driving sustainable solutions and empowering individuals to create a better future

WDIO is nationally based in Kabul and maintains field operations through five regional offices, with over ninety-seven staff members, located in Kabul, Bamiyan & Logar (Center-Region), Ghor & Herat (West-Region), Nangarhar, Laghman & Kunar (East-region), Takhar & Badakhshan (North-Region) and Kandahar (South-Region). WDIO maintains the departments of Program, Operation, Human Resources Finance, and Procurement. Each department operates according to the WDIO written policies and procedure manuals updated based on the context of the area where WDIO implementing projects.

WDIO is committed to applying a ‘zero tolerance’ policy towards acts of sexual exploitation and abuse by its personnel. In 2003, the United Nations Secretary-General issued a Bulletin on “Special measures for protection from sexual exploitation and sexual abuse” (ST/SGB/2003/13) (“the Bulletin”). To support the system-wide implementation of the zero-tolerance policy, the Director-General has decided to adopt the standards of conduct and provisions on PSEA set by the Bulletin, adjusted as necessary, to be applied by WDIO personnel, as follows

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Maintain digital and physical records of invoices and contracts
• Address payment issues
• Maintaining the organization’s financial systems
• Assist in managing the monthly payroll of WDIO in coordination with HR.
• Handling general account queries
• Seek out methods for minimizing financial risk to the company.
• Review financial data and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the organization.
• Develop & maintain a good filing system for financial documents.
• Manage and keep records of all types of accounting transactions (Advances, Accounts receivable/payable, Taxation, and prepaid expense).
• Assist in maintaining a record of all receipts and payments
• Maintain financial files for all accounting records, vouchers, disbursements, payments, and other supporting documents.
• Calculate and make payments for salaries, allowances, and travel expenses to staff members involved in the project.
• Keep a regular cash book & bank statement record and be ready to report immediately on budget status.
• Prepare payments for the procurement of materials, equipment, furniture, and stationery for the project on a timely basis.
• Be responsive to the orders issued by the supervisor on project-related issues.
• Prepare financial reports as needed.
• Prepare the budget for the next Program if such a budget is requested.
• Assist in Planning and organizing the transportation system for the project.
• Maintain an orderly system of files for correspondence, reports, and contracts-related documents.
• Ensure that everything is time-bound and available before it is needed.
• Cross-checking invoices with payments and expenses to ensure accuracy
• Managing the organization’s accounts payable and receivable
• Tracking organization expenses
• Processing refunds
• Generate financial reports for review by regulatory authorities
• Any other task assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor's Degree in Educational Management, Social Science, Economics, BBA, or any other related field
• Minimum of 3 years of working experience in a similar role with national and international NGOs.
• Excellent Pashto and Dari reading, writing, and verbal skills, Fluent in English, reading, writing, and verbal skills.
• Travel – The position will be based in the central office with frequent travels to the provinces.
• Efficiency, result-oriented, and excellent management capabilities;
• Capacity to perform effectively under pressure and harsh conditions; ability to handle confidential and politically sensitive issues responsibly and maturely;
• Excellent capacity development and teamwork skills; cross-cultural and gender sensitivity;
• Respect the confidentiality of the organization;
• Time management abilities.
• Ability to use information technology effectively.

Note: Due to the urgency, the position will be processed on rolling basis and the selection might be done before the closing date.

Interested applicants could submit their CV and cover letter via the link below:

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