International Rescue Committee (IRC) Job Vacancy 2026 – People and Finance Assistant
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Role description
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a People and Finance Assistant in Assosa, Ethiopia. This entry-level opportunity supports People & Culture and Finance functions, including recruitment administration, employee records, onboarding, payroll documentation, HRMIS, petty cash, bank reconciliation, financial transactions, and reporting.
About the Employer
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an international humanitarian non-governmental organization responding to crises and supporting people affected by conflict and disaster. The IRC has worked in Ethiopia since 2000 , implementing programs in areas including health, water and sanitation, economic recovery and development, women's protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and emergency response.
Africans & Diaspora
The organization also emphasizes gender equality, diversity and inclusion, safeguarding, and maintaining an equitable and inclusive workplace.
Job Summary
Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC) Job Title: People and Finance Assistant Job Requisition ID: JR00004742 Job Category: People & Culture / Finance Job Level: Junior Location: Assosa, Ethiopia Work Arrangement: In Person Employment Type: Full-time Application Deadline: October 6, 2026
Position Overview
The People and Finance Assistant is a junior position supporting basic People & Culture and Finance functions at the IRC field office in Assosa.
Working under the supervision of the Senior Finance Officer, Assosa , the position supports activities related to recruitment, contracts, onboarding, payroll and related payments, contract extensions, timesheets, insurance, HRMIS, petty cash, bank transactions, reconciliations, and financial documentation.
Recruitment & Staffing
The position works closely with field office departments and the People & Culture team in Addis Ababa and supports compliance with IRC policies, procedures, organizational standards, and codes of conduct.
Major Responsibilities
People & Culture
Review job specifications against position classification guidelines and ensure required information is completed on Personnel Requisition Forms before submission to the Country Office. Advise hiring managers on job descriptions and specifications for temporary, incentive, and refugee staff. Support field teams with applicant screening, interviews, written tests, reference checks, job offers, and employee hiring documentation. Participate in recruitment processes for national staff positions at or below Grade 9. Ensure vacancy announcements are made through appropriate channels and that recruitment activities follow the recruitment plan and HR policies. Support orientation for new employees and coordinate with field coordinators and other departments to provide effective onboarding. Ensure People & Culture documents are prepared, reviewed, and submitted to Addis Ababa on time, including payroll, overtime payments, back pay, severance, adjustments, acting allowances, insurance lists, hiring recommendations, and new contracts. Support field staff with HRMIS data utilization and system applications in collaboration with the Country Office team. Ensure the field office organogram is updated in HRMIS in line with Workday. Follow up with the Recruitment team to ensure increment, promotion, transfer, and disciplinary letters comply with personnel policies and are processed on time. Maintain complete and confidential personnel files in secure storage. Scan and share medical documents with the insurance company and follow up on reimbursements. Identify and communicate Duty of Care concerns to the Field Coordinator and Country People & Culture team.
Finance
Process bank and cash accounting transactions, petty cash entries, bank entries, cash counts, and bank reconciliations. Manage office petty cash in accordance with IRC and donor rules and regulations. Prepare daily petty cash reconciliations and verify supporting documents. Prepare weekly and monthly cash count reconciliations. Act as custodian of cash on hand and conduct and document weekly and month-end cash counts. Assist staff with clearance of cash advances and track and report receivable balances. Prepare bank transactions in Excel in accordance with IRC and donor requirements. Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations. Prepare Integra invoices for Senior Finance Officer approval and submit them through the Integra system for payment processing. Calculate withholding tax in compliance with applicable revenue rules and regulations. Provide general Finance support, including bank-related activities and document filing.
Reporting and Travel
Compile and submit monthly HR metrics reports. Prepare weekly and monthly cash count reconciliations. Provide mandatory training status updates. Update employee contact and emergency contact information quarterly. Update employee biodata and payroll information reports. Update insurance lists monthly. Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations. Travel to the field as necessary.
Key Working Relationships
Internal
Field Coordinator Senior Finance Officer People & Culture focal person in Addis Ababa Field office staff
External
Relevant government organizations Non-governmental organizations International organizations
Safeguarding Responsibilities
Participate actively in initiatives that promote team engagement, inclusion, and cohesion. Support ongoing learning, honest dialogue, and reflection to strengthen safeguarding. Promote adherence to IRC values, policies, and safeguarding standards.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education
University degree or college diploma in: Human Resources Accounting Management Business Administration A related field
Experience
0 years of work experience for candidates holding a Bachelor's degree. Brief experience in an NGO context is preferred.
Skills and Competencies
Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver work on time. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently. High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Familiarity with HRMIS systems is preferred. Ability to manage and adapt to change in a proactive and positive manner.
Language Requirements
Knowledge of English is mandatory . Fluency in the local language and familiarity with the regional context are an advantage.
Professional Standards
All International Rescue Committee employees are expected to adhere to the organization's standards for professional conduct, including Integrity, Service, Equality, and Accountability .
The IRC also maintains policies and practices covering safeguarding, conflicts of interest, fiscal integrity, reporting wrongdoing, and protection from retaliation.
About the Employer
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an international humanitarian non-governmental organization responding to crises and supporting people affected by conflict and disaster. The IRC has worked in Ethiopia since 2000 , implementing programs in areas including health, water and sanitation, economic recovery and development, women's protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and emergency response.
Africans & Diaspora
The organization also emphasizes gender equality, diversity and inclusion, safeguarding, and maintaining an equitable and inclusive workplace.
Job Summary
Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC) Job Title: People and Finance Assistant Job Requisition ID: JR00004742 Job Category: People & Culture / Finance Job Level: Junior Location: Assosa, Ethiopia Work Arrangement: In Person Employment Type: Full-time Application Deadline: October 6, 2026
Position Overview
The People and Finance Assistant is a junior position supporting basic People & Culture and Finance functions at the IRC field office in Assosa.
Working under the supervision of the Senior Finance Officer, Assosa , the position supports activities related to recruitment, contracts, onboarding, payroll and related payments, contract extensions, timesheets, insurance, HRMIS, petty cash, bank transactions, reconciliations, and financial documentation.
Recruitment & Staffing
The position works closely with field office departments and the People & Culture team in Addis Ababa and supports compliance with IRC policies, procedures, organizational standards, and codes of conduct.
Major Responsibilities
People & Culture
Review job specifications against position classification guidelines and ensure required information is completed on Personnel Requisition Forms before submission to the Country Office. Advise hiring managers on job descriptions and specifications for temporary, incentive, and refugee staff. Support field teams with applicant screening, interviews, written tests, reference checks, job offers, and employee hiring documentation. Participate in recruitment processes for national staff positions at or below Grade 9. Ensure vacancy announcements are made through appropriate channels and that recruitment activities follow the recruitment plan and HR policies. Support orientation for new employees and coordinate with field coordinators and other departments to provide effective onboarding. Ensure People & Culture documents are prepared, reviewed, and submitted to Addis Ababa on time, including payroll, overtime payments, back pay, severance, adjustments, acting allowances, insurance lists, hiring recommendations, and new contracts. Support field staff with HRMIS data utilization and system applications in collaboration with the Country Office team. Ensure the field office organogram is updated in HRMIS in line with Workday. Follow up with the Recruitment team to ensure increment, promotion, transfer, and disciplinary letters comply with personnel policies and are processed on time. Maintain complete and confidential personnel files in secure storage. Scan and share medical documents with the insurance company and follow up on reimbursements. Identify and communicate Duty of Care concerns to the Field Coordinator and Country People & Culture team.
Finance
Process bank and cash accounting transactions, petty cash entries, bank entries, cash counts, and bank reconciliations. Manage office petty cash in accordance with IRC and donor rules and regulations. Prepare daily petty cash reconciliations and verify supporting documents. Prepare weekly and monthly cash count reconciliations. Act as custodian of cash on hand and conduct and document weekly and month-end cash counts. Assist staff with clearance of cash advances and track and report receivable balances. Prepare bank transactions in Excel in accordance with IRC and donor requirements. Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations. Prepare Integra invoices for Senior Finance Officer approval and submit them through the Integra system for payment processing. Calculate withholding tax in compliance with applicable revenue rules and regulations. Provide general Finance support, including bank-related activities and document filing.
Reporting and Travel
Compile and submit monthly HR metrics reports. Prepare weekly and monthly cash count reconciliations. Provide mandatory training status updates. Update employee contact and emergency contact information quarterly. Update employee biodata and payroll information reports. Update insurance lists monthly. Prepare monthly bank account reconciliations. Travel to the field as necessary.
Key Working Relationships
Internal
Field Coordinator Senior Finance Officer People & Culture focal person in Addis Ababa Field office staff
External
Relevant government organizations Non-governmental organizations International organizations
Safeguarding Responsibilities
Participate actively in initiatives that promote team engagement, inclusion, and cohesion. Support ongoing learning, honest dialogue, and reflection to strengthen safeguarding. Promote adherence to IRC values, policies, and safeguarding standards.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education
University degree or college diploma in: Human Resources Accounting Management Business Administration A related field
Experience
0 years of work experience for candidates holding a Bachelor's degree. Brief experience in an NGO context is preferred.
Skills and Competencies
Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver work on time. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently. High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Familiarity with HRMIS systems is preferred. Ability to manage and adapt to change in a proactive and positive manner.
Language Requirements
Knowledge of English is mandatory . Fluency in the local language and familiarity with the regional context are an advantage.
Professional Standards
All International Rescue Committee employees are expected to adhere to the organization's standards for professional conduct, including Integrity, Service, Equality, and Accountability .
The IRC also maintains policies and practices covering safeguarding, conflicts of interest, fiscal integrity, reporting wrongdoing, and protection from retaliation.