Administration and Account Officer (Volunteer)

The Youth and Women Peacebuilding Foundation (YAWP Foundation) | Plateau, Nigeria

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About the Role

The Youth and Women Peacebuilding Foundation (YAWP Foundation) is a dynamic Nigerian non-profit organisation dedicated to fostering sustainable peace, economic self-reliance, and social cohesion among vulnerable communities, youth, and women in conflict-affected regions. We are currently seeking a dedicated Administration and Account Officer (Volunteer) to maintain robust financial management systems and ensure smooth day-to-day office operations. This role is vital for supporting our administrative, logistical, and accounting needs while ensuring strict compliance with internal controls and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage daily financial transactions, including petty cash disbursements, vouchers, and bank reconciliations using accounting software.
  • Process monthly payroll, compute statutory deductions such as PAYE and pension, and handle timely remittances.
  • Execute transparent procurement processes, secure competitive vendor quotes, and maintain accurate inventory asset registers.
  • Coordinate travel logistics, vehicle dispatch, and venue arrangements for field missions and staff movements.
  • Support office administration by overseeing facility maintenance, utility payments, and maintaining comprehensive HR and archive files.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in financial management, administration, or operations, preferably within the NGO sector.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Strong knowledge of local labor and tax laws, budgeting, and financial compliance.
  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with high ethical standards and confidentiality.
Benefits
  • Gain invaluable practical experience in humanitarian coordination and non-profit financial management.
  • Access capacity-building opportunities, professional networking, and mentorship from development experts.
  • Receive a Certificate of Service and Recommendation Letter upon successful completion of the volunteer tenure.
  • Potential for future paid engagement based on organizational growth and performance.

Skills

Financial Management Accounting Software Procurement and Logistics Office Administration HR Support Budgeting Donor Compliance NGO Operations
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