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Junior Project Accountant and Senior Regional Project Accountant

Oromia Development Association Addis Ababa, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Role description

Oromia Development Association (ODA) Vacancy 2026 

Oromia Development Association (ODA) has announced new job opportunities for qualified and experienced professionals. The organization is inviting competent candidates to apply for accounting positions at its head office in Finfinne (Addis Ababa).

Position 1: Junior Project Accountant

Required Number: Not Specified

Educational Qualification:

  • BA/BSc Degree in:
    • Accounting
    • Finance and Accounting
    • Related fields

Work Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as an accountant in:
    • NGOs
    • Government organizations
    • Private institutions

Required Skills:

  • Basic computer skills
  • Good knowledge of Peachtree Accounting Software
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in:
    • Afaan Oromo
    • English
    • Amharic
  • Experience in accurate financial accounting and compliance with policies and national requirements
  • Ability to manage donor funds and prepare accurate financial reports
  • Strong attention to detail and reporting skills

Preference: Competent female applicants are encouraged to apply.

Child Protection & Ethical Commitment:

Applicants must:

  • Follow ODA’s zero-tolerance policy against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA)
  • Report SEA concerns and participate in related training
  • Maintain ODA’s Code of Conduct and child safeguarding principles

Salary & Benefits:

  • Monthly Salary: ETB 27,116
  • Transportation Allowance: ETB 1,800
  • Medical Allowance: Up to ETB 4,000

Employment Type: Full-time fixed-term contract with possibility of extension

Position 2: Senior Regional Project Accountant

Educational Qualification:

  • MA/BA Degree in:
    • Accounting
    • Finance and Accounting
    • Financial Management
    • Business
    • Economics
    • Management/Administration
    • Related fields

Additional training in accounting policies and procedures is an advantage.

Work Experience:

  • For BA holders: Minimum 8 years relevant experience
  • For MA holders: Minimum 6 years relevant experience

Experience should be in:

  • Accounting
  • Financial management
  • Finance tracking and reporting
  • Government, national, or international organizations

Salary & Benefits:

  • Monthly Salary: ETB 51,784
  • Transportation Allowance: ETB 1,800
  • Medical Allowance: Up to ETB 4,000

Desired Skills:

  • Account management
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of accounting standards such as:
    • GAAP
    • IFRS
    • ERP systems
  • Financial and budget management skills

General Vacancy Information

  • Organization: Oromia Development Association (ODA)
  • Work Location: ODA Head Office, Finfinne (Bole Medaniyalem, Oromia Tower area)
  • Deadline: August 8, 2026