Join the EMILC Team: Finance and Admin Officer

Organization: Ethiopian Media and Information Literacy Center (EMILC)

Position: Finance and Administration Officer

Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (Gerji, Sami Building, 6th Floor)

Application Deadline: August 15, 2026

About EMILC

The Ethiopian Media and Information Literacy Center (EMILC) is a dynamic civil society organization (CSO/NGO) dedicated to promoting responsible digital citizenship, fostering peacebuilding, and empowering communities through essential media and information literacy skills.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Finance and Administration Officer to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a key part in advancing our mission by ensuring sound financial management, robust accounting compliance, and efficient procurement processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Bookkeeping: Maintain precise, up-to-date bookkeeping records and manage day-to-day accounting functions.
• Reporting & Budgeting: Prepare comprehensive financial statements and reports as required, and assist in budget preparation and monitoring.
• Procurement & Compliance: Oversee procurement activities to ensure full adherence to organizational policies and relevant donor guidelines.
• Regulatory Compliance: Guarantee strict compliance with all applicable Ethiopian tax laws, labor codes, and financial regulations.
• Operational Support: Provide ongoing administrative and financial support to ensure smooth organizational operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Proven professional background in accounting, financial management, and procurement processes.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of Ethiopian accounting standards, tax regulations, and legal frameworks.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Peachtree, QuickBooks) and standard MS Office applications (Excel, Word).
• Sector Background: Prior experience working with NGOs or CSOs is highly desirable.
• Key Competencies: Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, ability to work independently, and a track record of meeting tight deadlines.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a brief cover letter through either of the following channels:

• Email: Send your application to info@emilc.org with the subject line “Application: Finance and Admin Officer – [Your Name]”.
• In Person: Submit your physical application directly to our office located at Gerji, Sami Building, 6th Floor.

Application Deadline: August 15, 2026

EMILC is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background. While we appreciate all interest in this role, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.