National Project Finance Coordinator

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Sequa gGmbH is a globally operating non-profit development organisation. Since 1991, sequa has carried out programmes and projects of international cooperation in close collaboration with the German private sector, offering know-how in capacity development for chambers and associations (BMOs), vocational education and training, private sector development, and trade promotion.

We are offering a project-based assignment as: National Project Finance Coordinator

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The Project & Objective

The Private Sector Support (PSS) along the Horticulture and Oilseed Agriculture Value Chains project aims to enhance the competitiveness and export readiness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ethiopia’s agri-food sector.

The objective of this assignment is to ensure effective financial planning, management, and monitoring in line with donor requirements and national regulations. The National Project Finance Coordinator will oversee budgeting, financial reporting, expenditure tracking, and compliance, contributing to strengthened financial controls, transparency, and accountability.

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Your Tasks, Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Payment Processing: Process project payments based on the approved budget, ensuring all required supporting documents are complete and accurate. Prepare and verify payment vouchers.
• Financial Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of receipts, expenditures, bank, and cash transactions. Manage tracking, reconciliation, and documentation.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare monthly financial statements and reports in soft copy. Ensure proper filing and archiving of financial documents in both hard and soft copy formats.
• Procurement & Contracts: Prepare procurement-related financial documentation. Manage contracts and ensure proper processing of contractual payments in compliance with procedures.
• Compliance: Ensure all financial, administrative, and procurement activities comply with organizational procedures, donor requirements (sequa), and the laws of Ethiopia. Apply internal control procedures.

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Assignment Details

• Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
• Assignment Period: 01.06.2026 – 31.05.2027
• Working Time Scope: Up to 150 working days
• Project: Private Sector Support (PSS) along the Horticulture and Oilseed Agriculture Value Chains

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Your Qualification, Experience & Skills

Education & Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and accounting systems, with strong attention to detail.
• Good understanding of donor compliance, procurement procedures, and Ethiopian financial regulations.

Working Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in finance, accounting, or project administration, preferably in donor-funded projects.
• Prior experience with GIZ-funded projects and with the internal sequa structure is an advantage.

Required Skills: Business Development / Financial & Budget Management / Account Management

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How to Apply

Please send a cover letter, your CV in the EuropeAid format, training curriculum, training methodology, and your fee expectations in EURO.

• The CV template can be downloaded from our Media Library / Tools Website.
• Submission Email: vacancies.eth@sequa.de
• Subject Line: “ETH-1148- National Project Finance Coordinator”
• Application Deadline: No later than May 17, 2026

Note: In the case of comparable qualifications, disabled persons are given preference.

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