SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia Vacancy 2026 | Project Cashier

Job Type: Full Time
Location: Borena, Ethiopia
Organization: SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia
Posted: July 27, 2026

SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia Job Opportunity

About SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia

SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia is an international non-governmental organization and a member of the SOS Children’s Villages International Federation. The organization began its humanitarian work in Ethiopia in 1974 by establishing its first village in Mekelle.

Over the years, SOS Children’s Villages has expanded its programs across different regions of Ethiopia, supporting children who have lost parental care or are at risk of losing parental care. The organization works together with government institutions, communities, and international partners to create safe and sustainable environments where children and young people can grow with love, respect, and security.

Position: Project Cashier

Duty Station: Borena

Job Summary

SOS Children’s Villages in Ethiopia is seeking a qualified Project Cashier responsible for managing cash transactions, processing payments, maintaining financial records, and ensuring compliance with organizational financial procedures.

The Project Cashier will handle cash receipts, deposits, payments, petty cash management, financial documentation, and support project finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

Payment Preparation & Cash Management

• Receive, verify, and issue official receipts for payments made to SOS Children’s Villages.
• Deposit received cash and cheques into bank accounts.
• Review payment requests for accuracy, completeness, approvals, and compliance.
• Provide cash advances for approved organizational expenses.
• Monitor payable and receivable accounts.

Petty Cash Management

• Maintain and manage petty cash funds.
• Process petty cash payments with proper documentation and approvals.
• Update petty cash records and reconcile balances regularly.
• Prepare petty cash replenishment requests.
• Conduct cash counts to ensure accuracy.

Payment Processing

• Follow up on timely payments of withholding tax, pension, and income tax obligations.
• Process approved utility and operational payments such as telephone, electricity, and water bills.
• Immediately report cash shortages or overages to responsible finance officers.

Documentation & Reporting

• Safeguard cash records, cheque books, receipts, and financial documents.
• Maintain accurate records of received and paid amounts.
• Reconcile physical cash with recorded balances.
• Support inventory control activities.
• Assist finance teams in implementing internal control systems.
• Provide financial management support to project teams.
• Submit daily cash reports with supporting documents.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Essential Requirements

Education:

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields.

Experience:

• Degree holders: Minimum 4 years of direct cashier experience.
• BA Degree holders: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience working in NGOs, humanitarian projects, or international organizations is highly desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Experience in petty cash management and payment processing.
• Knowledge of financial reconciliation and cash balance management.
• Proficiency in accounting software, D365, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the local language of the program area.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and Accounting or related fields.
• Experience working with international organizations and donor-funded projects.
• Knowledge of donor compliance requirements and NGO financial procedures.
• Ability to prepare financial reports and reconciliation statements.
• Experience in financial forecasting and cost management.
• Afaan Oromo language ability is an advantage.

Competencies & Skills

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong cash handling and financial control skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential financial information.
• Integrity, honesty, and professionalism.
• Customer service orientation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Core Values:

• Kindness: Treat others with empathy and respect.
• Continuous Learning: Seek improvement and personal growth.
• Inclusiveness: Respect diversity and differences.
• Initiative: Take responsibility and adapt to change.
• Results Orientation: Focus on achieving quality outcomes.