Program Finance Officer

Vacancy Announcement

(First date of publication: 8 January, 2025)  

Justice and Rights Institute- Nepal (JuRI Nepal), established in 2011 working as a non-profit organization and responds to the existing and emerging human rights, accountability and good governance concerns, upholding the principles of human rights, gender equality, cherishing diversity, advocating zero-tolerance of any violence, discrimination and corruption, works independence of any political influence and corporate interest. It brings together human rights professionals with an extensive experience in human rights, the rule of law, gender, inclusion, disability, and social justice. JuRI-Nepal aims to create a fair, just, and inclusive democratic society where everyone can enjoy their human rights. 

JuRI- Nepal is collaborating with UNFPA as a National Implementing Partner in the execution of the 9th Country Programme Document 2023-2027. The project aims to support promoting gender equality and Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights, respond GBV, and support strengthening gender-responsive governance. Under this project, we are looking for a potential Nepalese candidate to fill the position.

JuRI -Nepal hereby invites applications for the below-mentioned position, from interested professionals. 

Position: Program Finance Officer – 1 (Full Time)

Duty Station: JuRI-Nepal Office, Jwagal Lalitpur with frequent visits to the project locations. 

Duration: 11 months.  

Required qualifications and experience: 

• Master’s Degree in Management or a related field, with at least two years of relevant work experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Management with a minimum of five years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in accounting software (particularly FAMAS) is required.
• Experience working within UN systems or under UN-supported projects is an added advantage.

This position will take the lead in preparing budget plans, financial reporting, providing logistic support, event organizing, reporting, drafting quarterly reports, and financial monitoring to ensure effective implementation of the project, ensure donor compliance and support to implement the project. The Detail ToR can be downloaded from here.

Terms of Reference (ToR) Link: Program Finance Officer

Monthly Gross Salary: NRs.75,996/- (including all benefits)

To apply: Qualified Nepali citizens fulfilling the criteria mentioned in ToR should include a cover letter, and updated CV with two references. The application needs to be received by 17:00 Hrs. of 18 Jan. 2025 (Magh 5, 2081) in info@jurinepal.org.np

JuRI Nepal is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds, women, Dalit, marginalized, sexual and gender minorities, and persons with disabilities to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be called for the subsequent selection procedure. JuRI Nepal reserves all rights to qualify/disqualify applications in any case.