Embassy of Ireland JOB VACANCY 2024
Embassy of Ireland invites qualified applicants for the following job position.
Ireland has enjoyed bilateral relations with Ethiopia since 1994, when its Embassy in Addis Ababa was first opened. Ireland’s engagement in Ethiopia is guided by the Government of Ireland’s general foreign policy which seeks to promote a more secure, just, fair and sustainable world.
Irish Aid, Ireland’s
programme for international development, envisages a world where people are
empowered to overcome poverty and hunger, and fully realize their rights and
potential. Irish Aid in Ethiopia therefore aims to benefit the poorest and most
vulnerable sections of society.
The embassy of
Ireland, Addis Ababa is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, hardworking,
proactive and flexible individual with excellent communication and
interpersonal skills to fill the position of Finance manager
Position:
Finance Manager
Job Requirement
Qualification, Experience and Skills:
Essential Requirements
Candidates Must Be Able To Demonstrate:
The candidate must
have BA in Accounting or related fields from a recognized university;
The candidate must
have a recognized professional accounting qualification e.g. ACCA or CIMA.
Applicants who are mid-way through an ACCA or CIMA qualification who have
particularly strong relevant experience and skills may be considered but the
candidate must commit to successfully completing the ACCA or CIMA qualification
within 2 years of commencing employment
Experience in the use
of financial management accounting packages.
The candidate must
have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a financial management and control
role, with at least 3 years at a senior level;
The candidate must
have proficiency in the Microsoft suite applications; advanced financial skills
with Microsoft Excel are essential.
The candidate must
have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including managing and
interpreting. and manipulating large data sets;
The candidate must
have a proven ability to work under pressure and think laterally in dealing
with a wide range of financial issues;
The candidate must
have the ability to manage staff and deliver results both independently and as
part of a multicultural team;
The candidate must
have strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills with staff and
partners;
The candidate must have
high motivation with a proven s ability to work with minimal supervision and a
high standard of personal integrity;
The candidate must
have excellent communication and a high standard in English and Amharic, both
spoken and written
Desirable Skills and Experience
Candidate with a
strong background and knowledge of government regulation and laws, public
sector accounting and financial procedures and regulations surrounding international
funding is desirable
Contract Duration: The
successful candidates will be hired on a fixed term for a three-year contract
with a probation period of 60 working days.
Working Hours: Monday
to Friday, with standard office hours from 8 am-5 pm, with total working hours
not exceeding 48 hours per week as per local labor law.
Annual Leave
Entitlement: Annual leave entitlement is 20 working days per annum
Gross Salary: Entry
point of scale for Grade ONE (€29.160.24 per annum) paid in local currency.
Salaries are paid directly to a bank account; therefore, the successful candidate
must have a bank account. Candidates must have a permanent, legal right to
reside and work in Ethiopia and will be subject to employment and taxation law.
Closing Date: Monday
the 18th of September 2023@ 1700hrs
Location:
Embassy of Ireland, Addis Ababa
Deadline: Sep 18, 2023
How to Apply
Obtain the application
form from THIS LINK or in person from reception desk, Ireland Embassy (hard
copy) and Submit the completed application form via email:
ADDISABABAExternalEmail@dfa.ie/ through post P.O.Box 99585 Addis Ababa or in
person to the reception desk of the Embassy
N,B: Mention with
“Application for Finance Manager” in the subject line of your email
Depending on response
rates, the deadline may be extended. Please note that only short listed
applicants will be contacted.