LASOONA- Society for Human & Natural Resource Development
Finance Officer
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Posted date 2nd December, 2022 Last date to apply 18th December, 2022
Category Accounting/Auditing
Type Full Time Position 1
Status Closed

Duty Station:                           Project Management Unit District Swat 

Minimum Qualification:          Master’s degree or Bachlors of (Hons) in Business Adminisration (preferably in Finance, Economics),  from HEC recognised institutions.

Minimum Expereicne: At least 2 years’ relevant experience in development sector in a reputable organization, preferably an NNGO/INGO

Gender:                                   Both Men & Women (women candidates will be preferred) 

No. of Positions:                       1

 Introduction:

LASOONA: Society for Human and Natural Resource Development is a national, multi-disciplinary, development oriented and non-profit making organization. LASOONA affirms to be committed to the well-being of masses and envision a just and peace full society through empowering vulnerable and under- privileged communities through sustainable livelihoods, improved governance, social cohesion and enhanced resilience to environmental hazards, in impoverished pockets of Pakistan in general and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab provinces in particular.

The organization was established in 1997 and Registered under Societies Registration Act, 1860, and is also certified/accredited by Pakistan Center for Philanthropy (PCP).

While pursuing its mission in the past 20 years, LASOONA has successfully gained credibility amongst the development partners and national and international stakeholders i.e. local communities/beneficiaries; national; local and provincial governments; and civil society organizations.  The organization has developed a reputation of being an innovative organization, with the capacity to expand thematic areas as per the need of the target communities, e.g., people affected through earthquake, conflict and flood disasters. It places the deprived and marginalized segments of the society at the core of its development strategies and is interested in promoting sustainable solutions to the deepening and growing poverty inherent in the social, political and economic sectors. The organization has created and sustained strong linkages and partnerships with national and international NGOs and donor agencies and they consider LASOONA as their trusted implementing partner.  LASOONA has created a team of dedicated volunteers and activists from within the communities, who are today leading their communities in development agenda.

Currently LASOONA has planned implementation of long-term development-oriented project titled “Changing Minds for Climate Resilience through Awareness Raising and Local Capacity Measures”. The project is planned to be implemented in selected districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and South Punjab.  The main focus of the project is to increase resilience of vulnerable communities with particular focus on women, people with disabilities, youth and children through awareness raising and capacity development activities. The purpose of the project is to improve resilience and adaptation capacities of the target beneficiaries to better manage the impacts of climate change and reducing overall vulnerabilities. Following are the main outputs of the project:

  • A range of knowledge products and tools have been developed for general awareness on climate change while focusing on the needs of vulnerable populations and are available with local authorities for further dissemination and usage -
  • Communities and vulnerable groups i.e., women, disable people can understand climate related risks and their impacts on their health and livelihood and are able to take precautionary and adaptive measures in case of climate emergency.
  • Youth and children are trained on capacitated to play their part in acting on climate change through individual as well as collective measures
  • Vulnerable farmers including female farmers have improved access to information on climate-smart practices and are able to use that information for improved productivity and livelihood.
  • Government departments make informed decisions for improved service delivery

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

  • Ensure the adequate financial controls are in place to maintain propriety and proper accountability of expenditures.
  • Ensure the financial transactions are properly authorized, recorded, have adequate supporting documentation, filled, maintained and can be easily extracted for the purpose of preparing financial statements; financial audits.
  • Monitors Budget and Expenditures and contribute to Budget Revision.
  • Prepare and submit timely and reliable financial documents and report both on LASOONA as well donor format.
  • Prepare Project Financial report at least on monthly basis and share with Manger Finance for review before submission to Donor Agency/External Parties.
  • Maintaining Accounting record using the prescribed accounting software and develop any customize reports in other spread sheet if required.
  • Checks and ensure all the procurement process and expenditures of the project are in line with LASOONA and Donor(s) policies.
  • Check budget line to ensure that all transactions are booked to correct budget lines.
  • Provision and interpretation of financial information.
  • Analysing change and advising accordingly.
  • Carry out any other financial task requested by Manager Finance.

 COMPETENCIES

  • Ensure implementation of compliance plan to meet regulatory and industry requirements and codes.
  • Establish, maintain and monitor systems to ensure timely and accurate provision of all services.
  • Ensure that the project accounting systems are accurate and well maintained.
  • Provide financial and management reports and recommendations to management.
  • Monitor and control operating expenditure budgets for the project. 
  • An ability to introduce innovative approaches and lead and advocate for their development towards a continuous learning culture;

Require Qualification/Experience:

 

  • Master’s degree or Bachlors of (Hons) in Business Adminisration (preferably in Finance, Economics),  from HEC recognised institutions (women candidates will be preferred)
  • At least 2 years’ relevant experience in development sector in a reputable organization, preferably an NNGO/INGO.
  • Knowledge of Financial software i.e Quickbook etc.
    • Strong interest in and commitment to humanitarian and development work
    • Excellent computer skills Ms Office Power Point etc

 

How to Apply:

LASOONA offers competitive salary package and conducive working environment. Please submit your CV to: [email protected].   

Clearly mention the name of position and district name in the subject line in your email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process.

LASOONA is equal opportunity employer.  Female candidates will be highly encouraged to apply.

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