Administration and Account Officer (Volunteer)
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YAWP Foundation is recruiting a volunteer Administration and Account Officer to manage financial controls, procurement, logistics, and office administration in compliance with donor rules and local tax laws. The role involves bookkeeping, payroll processing, vendor management, and HR support. Candidates need a Bachelor's or HND in Accounting or a related field plus at least two years of relevant experience.
- Volunteer position with certificate of service and recommendation letter upon completion
- Requires Bachelor's/HND in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- At least 2 years of program, financial coordination, or operations experience needed
- Experience with NGOs, QuickBooks, Sage, and donor compliance is an advantage
- Apply by emailing CV and cover letter to yawpfoundationhr@gmail.com
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- Required2+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
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Original source description
The role ensures compliance with donor rules, organizational financial controls, and local tax laws, while managing procurement, logistics, inventory, and field-level human resources records.
The Admin and Account Officer maintains sound financial management systems and oversees daily office operations.
Core
Responsibilities
- Financial Management & Accounting:
- Review advance requests, travel liquidations, and field expense receipts for accuracy and compliance with internal financial policies.
- Prepare daily financial transactions, vouchers, petty cash disbursements, and bank reconciliations in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).
- Assist in budget tracking, preparing financial reports for project managers and donors, and supporting internal/external audit exercises.
- Process monthly payroll, compute statutory deductions (tax/PAYE, pension, social security), and remit payments to relevant authorities on schedule.
- Procurement & Logistics:
- Manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and service providers, maintaining accurate vendor files and contracts.
- Execute transparent procurement processes according to NGO policy (sourcing quotes, preparing comparative bid analysis, issuing purchase orders).
- Coordinate travel arrangements, hotel bookings, vehicle dispatch, and logistics for field missions and staff movements.
- Office Administration & HR Support:
- Support onboarding paperwork, timesheet collection, and basic administrative HR filing for field staff.
- Manage office records, physical archive files, incoming/outgoing correspondence, and staff leave tracking.
- Oversee daily facility maintenance, utility payments, office safety protocols, and IT/communications upkeep.
- Maintain an accurate asset register, conducting periodic inventory physical counts and tagging all equipment.
Requirements
- & Qualifications
- Applicants should have:
Experience
working with NGOs, communities, youth, women, or other relevant stakeholders is an advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and relevant digital tools.
At least 2 years in program and financial coordination, operations, or a similar role.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated
in financial management, budget vs actual, compliance, costed workplan, among others.
Good communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
Applicants must demonstrate integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and commitment to safeguarding.
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree/HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Key Competencies & Qualifications:
Key Attributes: Strong ethics/integrity, attention to detail, knowledge of local labor and tax laws, donor compliance awareness.
Technical Tools: Proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks, Excel), MS Office 365, and electronic banking tools.
Other Attributes:
Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Commitment to humanitarian and development values, volunteerism, and community service.
in program leadership and humanitarian coordination.
Exposure to donor engagement, proposal development, and project management.
Certificate of Service and Recommendation Letter upon successful completion of the volunteer period.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV (maximum 3 pages) and a cover letter stating your suitability for the position to:
yawpfoundationhr@gmail.com
using "Application – [Administration and Account Officer-Volunteer] as the subject of the mail.
Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application
Deadline:
30th September, 2026.
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Plateau State
Benefits
of Volunteering with YAWP Foundation
Opportunity to contribute to life-saving humanitarian, development and peace interventions.
Opportunity for future engagement subject to organizational needs and performance.
Capacity-building and learning opportunities.
Professional networking opportunities with humanitarian actors and development partners.
Practical