Action for Development (AFD) Vacancy Announcement

Position: Cashier/Store Keeper

Action for Development (AFD), a local NGO dedicated to grassroots livelihoods and women’s empowerment, is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Cashier/Store Keeper.

About AFD:

AFD originated from the FAO-operated Freedom From Hunger Campaign/Action for Development (FFHC/AD), focusing on integrated rural development in drought-prone areas of Southern Ethiopia. Established in 1997 as a national NGO, AFD builds on past achievements to enhance impact and improve livelihood opportunities.

Job Details:

  • Position: Cashier/Store Keeper
  • Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • Closing Date: June 20, 2024

Responsibilities:

  • Receive and process cash payments, issue checks, and handle field payments to clients and vendors with proper documentation and authorization.
  • Perform financial and clerical tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.
  • Manage office-level storekeeping duties, including receiving, issuing, and documenting goods.
  • Maintain proper records and documentation related to financial transactions and storekeeping activities.

Requirements:

  • Education: Degree/Level IV COC/Diploma in Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields.
  • Experience: At least one year for Degree holders, and three years for Level IV COC/Diploma holders, preferably in an NGO setting.
  • Skills and Attributes:
  • Proficiency in English (verbal and written).
  • Strong proficiency in standard software applications.
  • Analytical and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-starting with the ability to work independently.
  • Firm belief in teamwork, gender equity, and sensitivity to safeguarding and protection issues.
  • Familiarity with the local context of the project area.
  • Integrity and accountability.

Application Process:

Interested and qualified candidates should submit the following documents:

  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Relevant credentials
  • Three letters of recommendation (one from a previous employer)

Applications should be sent to:

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Documents will not be returned.

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Join AFD in contributing to community development and women’s empowerment in Ethiopia. Apply now and make a difference!


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