Fauna & Flora International is recruiting a Finance and Administration Officer, to be based in Chimanimani National Park, Mozambique.
Description
- At Fauna & Flora, our shared purpose is to protect the diversity of life on Earth, for the survival of
the planet and its people. We work closely with local conservation partners around the world to save
nature, together. We harness this collective expertise to inspire positive change globally - Fauna & Flora has been involved in wildlife conservation and management in Mozambique for many
years, and took on management of the Niassa Game Reserve with SGDRN in the late 1990s.
Alongside continued support to Niassa through various partnerships, and specifically through work
in Chuilexi Conservancy, a vast 7,500Km2 block in the East of the Reserve, Fauna & Flora’s portfolio
within Mozambique also includes direct support to Chimanimani National Park (CNP) and a nascent
marine programme - Focusing on finding long-term and locally owned solutions to the conservation of biodiversity and
nature, the goal of Fauna & Flora’s Mozambique programme is to be, and to be recognised as, a
valued partner in the conservation of Mozambique’s biodiversity, working with and supporting
government and other local, national and international partners by supporting the locally led
conservation and management of Mozambique’s biodiversity, supporting the national and
international recognition of Mozambique’s biodiversity, and supporting Mozambique to achieve gains
for biodiversity and people whilst engaging with business, infrastructure and development - We are looking for a proactive and detail‑oriented Finance and Administration Officer to support the
effective running of Fauna & Flora’s work in Chimanimani National Park. In this pivotal role, you will
help ensure strong financial management, efficient administration, and smooth operational
processes, working closely with the Grants & Operations Manager and colleagues across
Mozambique and the wider Africa team - You will bring solid experience in finance, administration and organisational support, ideally within
an NGO setting, along with strong ICT, coordination and communication skills. If you are highly
organised, solutions‑focused and enjoy working with a diverse team, this role offers an excellent
opportunity to contribute to impactful conservation efforts while developing your professional skills
in a supportive and collaborative environment
Terms and Conditions
- Start Date: 30th June 2026
- Duration of Contract: Permanent
- Probation Period: Six months
- Gross Salary Range: Circa MZN 1,017,735.00MZN per annum, dependent on experience
- Location: Chimoio city, Mozambique with travel within Chimanimani National
- Park and outpost, and to Maputo
- Benefits: 25 working days’ annual leave entitlement plus national public holidays
observed in Mozambique
Medical Insurance, for you and up to three dependents - Hours of Work: This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week Monday to
Friday inclusive - Reports to: Grants & Operations Manager, Mozambique
- Line manages: HR Assistant
Drivers
Mechanic Assistant
Construction Assistants
CNP Office Assistant - Key internal relationships: Country Manager – Mozambique Africa Programme Team (UK)
Finance Business Partner, Africa (UK)
CNP HR Officer
CNP Wardens
Finance and Admin Officer, Mozambique - Purpose: Under the immediate supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer, the Finance and
Administration Officer will offer support towards ensuring that all the financial and administrative
functions of CNP are effective, transparent and legally appropriate to support Fauna & Flora’s
programme of work, in conformity with specific funder requirements, Fauna & Flora’s policies and
procedures and international best practice
Duties
Financial Management
- Assist in maintaining existing financial systems including but not limited to general expenses
processing, travel expense claims processing and income & expenditure records - Support financial processes on Focal Point such as raising Purchase Orders and uploading
fund budgets - Produce monthly fund financial reports of all active funds and flag any discrepancies to fund
Managers - Manage and maintain accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with organisational
policies, donor requirements, and national regulations - Support cash flow management and banking by carrying out bank errands including
withdrawals, deposits and bank instructions - Assist in reviewing staff advances liquidation to make sure the costs are charged to correct
funds and FRC - Prepare all vouchers (payment, receipt and journal vouchers) to ensure the correct coding to
budget lines, budget availability and the completeness of supporting documentation - Assist in ensuing day-to-day transactions are entered into accounting system and make any
necessary journal adjustments with proper supporting documents - Provide adequate filing systems of vouchers and financial supporting documents for the
annual audits - Support the timely preparation, review and approval of all monthly bank account and cash
reconciliations - Assist in Fauna & Flora Mozambique institutional budget development and institutional and
donor audits
Administration
- Undertake procurement processes in line with organisational procurement policies and
prepare procurement documentation, including requests for quotations, purchase orders, and
contracts - Assist to maintain and update the fixed assets register and developing and maintaining a risk
& safety management system of CNP assets - Support CNP administration including premises maintenance, insurance, health, safety and
security and necessary relocations - Monitor and effect regular payments such as vehicle insurance, medical insurance, tax and
social security payments - Ensure timely and regular filing of all Field office documents
- Provide administrative support to the recruitment and selection process; including preparing
offers and inductions - Maintain accurate and confidential employee records
- Receive all in-coming correspondence and ensure that it is properly recorded, and brought
to the timely attention of the Grants and Operations Manager - Ensure that out-going correspondence on finance and administrative matters is properly
recorded and correctly addressed and sent out - Undertaking fieldwork or meetings, in terms of bookings of accommodation, flights, cashflow
availability and supplier payments - Support CNP Programme staff in compliance with internal policies and procedures
- Provide support in preparation of events, meetings and workshops for the Chimanimani
National Park - Support HR administration, including staff contracts, leave records, timesheets, and
attendance tracking - Liaise with suppliers and service providers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
- Organize, scan, share with the Maputo Office, and maintain all logbooks on a monthly basis
- Review and reconciles all vehicle registration information into the Vehicle Register Book in
coordination with the CNP Fleet Management Officer - Other:
- Work as an active member of the Mozambique and wider Africa team and attend
Mozambique and Africa team meetings and work planning sessions as required - Coordinate closely with programme teams, relevant Government Authorities, and other
Chimanimani National Park (CNP) partners - Liaise with suppliers and service providers to ensure timely delivery of goods and
services
Requisites
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Excellent financial management, within
proven experience in process
management, budgeting, reforecasting
and procurement - Excellent Information and Communication
Technology (ICT) and data management
skills, with proven ability use standard
software packages and provide basic ICT
support - Excellent people management skills, with
ability to motivate and performance
manage individuals to achieve excellence - Strong verbal communication,
networking and interpersonal skills,
with ability and confidence to interact,
negotiate and persuade at all levels - Bachelor degree in Finance, Accounting,
Business Administration or equivalent
experience - Reasonable years of experience working
in the NGO sector or similar
environments - Good experience in finance and
accounting - Proven experience working with
accounting software and systems - Professional experience working in
operations and logistics
management - Proven track record in health, safety
and security management - Proven track record in
financial management,
including across a number of
contracts/grants - Proven track record of effective
line management - Supporting donor reporting
- Experience providing administrative
support to a team, department or
organization - Experience working with
Administrative Courts and
compliance processes - Proven experience with
Government procurement policies
and procedures - Experience working with
Government contracting processes - Experience administering
Government staff contracts and
liaising with relevant public sector
institutions - Experience working with donor-funded
projects is an added advantage - Demonstrates Fauna & Flora’s values
- Self-motivated, independent and
resourceful - Commitment to organisational and legal
compliance, and responsible management
of donor funds - Team player, with ability to seek out views of others and build positive working
relationships - Able to work effectively in a supervisory role, supporting managers and decision
makers - Confident in managing work in remote settings
- Ability to work under pressure and to deal
with challenges in a positive and
constructive way - Commitment to working in a collaborative manner, sharing information and learning;
- Ability to work within a multi-cultural
environment - Willingness and ability to travel regularly
and at short notice within Mozambique - Willingness and ability to travel
internationally when required - Based at Chimoio, with occasional travel to
field sites and Chimanimani National Park
as required
The role requires flexibility to support
programme activities during peak periods - Desirable:
- Proven ability to assess
capacity, mentor and
develop skills of Project
Staff - Proven operational
management skills in
remote, developing
countries
Financial qualification - Strong knowledge of
accounting principles and
financial controls - Good understanding of
procurement and
administrative
procedures - High level of accuracy,
organisation, and
attention to detail - Ability to manage multiple
tasks and meet
deadlines - Strong communication
and interpersonal skills - High level of integrity and
confidentiality - An understanding of key
issues impacting
conservation in
Mozambique - INGO experience in
finance management and
accounting are an
advantage - Experience working with
international agencies or
organisations - Full driving license and
willingness to drive in
Mozambique
Notes
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted
- No agencies please
- Regrettably, due to limited resources and the high number of applications we receive, we are only able to contact short-listed candidates. If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion
- Applicants with Disabilities Fauna & Flora encourages applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application, please contact Eduardo.Govene@fauna-flora.org
- Values underpin who we are and how we act. Just as values shape who we are as individuals, they
define us as an organisation, creating the culture of success for which Fauna & Flora is renowned - Our people exemplify our shared values, which are interconnected and interdependent:
- We act with integrity
- We are collaborative
- We are committed
- We are inclusive, supportive & respectful
- We get things done
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