FHI Tanzania is inviting applications for the position of Finance and Admin Officer to join its team in Arusha. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced finance professionals who are passionate about supporting community development through effective financial management and administrative excellence. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring sound financial stewardship, compliance, and operational efficiency within the organization.
As the Tanzania affiliate of Korea Food for the Hungry International (KFHI), FHI Tanzania is committed to holistic community transformation through sustainable development and child-focused programmes. Guided by its core values of Faith, Empowerment, and Recovery, the organization serves communities with dignity and respect regardless of faith or background.
Responsibilities
Financial Management and Reporting
- Maintain accurate bookkeeping records and properly file financial documents and supporting records.
- Manage daily financial transactions using QuickBooks or Odoo accounting systems.
- Complete monthly financial reconciliations.
- Perform bank reconciliations and monitor organizational cash flow.
- Manage petty cash and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
- Prepare and process payroll and statutory deductions.
- Support the preparation of organizational and project budgets.
- Assist with grant reporting and ensure compliance with donor requirements.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, forecasts, variance analyses, and internal financial summaries.
- Liaise with banks, auditors, and donors on financial matters.
Compliance and Internal Controls
- Ensure compliance with Tanzanian tax laws, statutory requirements, donor regulations, and FHI financial policies.
- Support statutory compliance activities by preparing required documentation.
- Maintain and strengthen internal financial control systems.
- Train staff on financial procedures while promoting accountability and transparency across the organization.
Procurement and Administration
- Manage procurement administration, including quotation comparisons, purchase documentation, and vendor records.
- Review procurement documents to ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Support the maintenance of the organization’s asset register.
- Provide administrative support for human resources documentation.
- Coordinate office logistics and general administrative activities.
- Perform other operational and administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience, preferably within a non-governmental organization (NGO).
- Proficiency in QuickBooks or Odoo accounting software.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Good understanding of Tanzanian statutory compliance requirements.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Kiswahili.
- CPA or ACCA professional qualification is an added advantage.
Why Join FHI Tanzania?
FHI Tanzania provides an opportunity to work in a mission-driven international organization dedicated to sustainable community development. Employees contribute to impactful programmes while working in a collaborative environment that values accountability, transparency, professional growth, and responsible stewardship of resources.
Safeguarding
FHI Tanzania is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment. All employees are expected to comply with the organization’s safeguarding policies and contribute to maintaining a culture of integrity and protection.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the online application using the official Google Form provided by FHI Tanzania.
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents in PDF format:
- Curriculum Vitae (maximum two pages).
- Cover letter (maximum one page).
- Highest educational certificate.
- Professional recommendation letter.
Application Deadline: 4 August 2026 at 6:00 PM (EAT)
Interview Dates: 10–12 August 2026
Expected Start Date: 20 August 2026
Apply before the deadline if you meet the qualifications and are interested in contributing to FHI Tanzania’s mission of transforming communities through sustainable development and responsible resource management.
Job Title: Finance and Admin Officer
Organization: FHI Tanzania
Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: 4 August 2026
Posted: July 25, 2026
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