The Organization for People’s Health in Action (OPHA) is an independent, non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organization dedicated to the development of Afghanistan. OPHA focuses on implementing projects in healthcare, community development, capacity building, and the empowerment of women and youth.

OPHA was established in October 2017, and is officially registered with the Ministry of Economy. The organization is currently delivering essential healthcare services in Paktika province.

For more information, please visit our website: www.opha.org.af

General Responsibilities:

The Finance Manger will be responsible for ensuring sound financial management, compliance, and reporting for the HER AF2 project and other OPHA implementing projects. This role is critical to maintaining transparency, accountability, and alignment with donor requirements, particularly those of UNICEF and other donors.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Planning & Budgeting

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts for the HER AF2 project and other OPHA related projects.
• Monitor budget execution and provide variance analysis.
• Support program teams in budget planning and cost allocation.

2. Accounting & Bookkeeping

• Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with OPHA and donor policies.
• Record transactions in accounting software and reconcile accounts regularly.
• Ensure timely processing of payments, payroll, and reimbursements.

3. Donor Compliance & Reporting

• Prepare financial reports for UNICEF, other donors , and other stakeholders as per agreed formats and timelines.
• Support audits and donor reviews by providing required documentation and explanations.
• Ensure compliance with donor financial regulations and OPHA internal controls.

4. Cash Management & Banking

• Monitor cash flow and ensure sufficient liquidity for project activities.
• Manage bank accounts, perform reconciliations, and oversee fund transfers.
• Safeguard petty cash and ensure proper documentation of expenditures.

5. Procurement & Asset Oversight

• Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure financial oversight of purchases.
• Track and report on project assets and inventory from a financial perspective.

6. Capacity Building & Support

• Train project staff on financial procedures and donor compliance.
• Provide technical support to field offices and implementing partners as needed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in financial management, preferably with international NGOs or donor-funded projects.
• Familiarity with UNICEF financial guidelines is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, FundWare, PEACH TREE or similar).
• The position requires regular travel to provinces for field visits and providing support to project activities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Fluency in English and Dari/Pashto.

Ethical Standards & Safeguarding

The Finance Manager is expected to uphold OPHA’s integrity standards and safeguarding policies, ensuring ethical financial practices and protection of sensitive data.

Others:

• Act according to the policies of OPHA.
• Keep confidentiality with issues related to OPHA.
• Develop Spirit of co-operation and understanding among members of the team.
• Work with honesty and co-operative attitude and keep a high standard of quality.
• All other interdictions are stipulated in the staff regulation and other OPHA policies along with the disciplinary measures and all these policies are part of the staff contract with OPHA.

OPHA upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination by its personnel toward the individuals it serves. Additionally, OPHA is firmly committed to stringent child safeguarding principles.

All personnel, including selected candidates, are expected to fully comply with these standards and principles at all times. As part of OPHA’s commitment to maintaining a safe and ethical work environment, all selected candidates will be subject to thorough reference and background checks concerning any past misconduct related to sexual exploitation and abuse as well as child safeguarding violation and other corrupt practices. Candidates may also be required to provide further information throughout the selection process.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants who are exactly suitable with the above criteria are requested to submit their CV with cover letter through the email provide below.

Please write the subject title in email as: Finance Manager, Vacancy No. 2025/106, otherwise your application may not be considered.

Only short listed candidates will be contact for written test/interview and application after closing date will not be considered.

Note: Applications are reviewed on active bases and after receiving sufficient eligible applications we may process the position before closing date.

Submission Email:

jobs@opha.org.af