Women for Women International (WfWI) is dedicated to empowering women in 17 conflict-affected countries as they rebuild their lives. Our focus is on regions where gender inequality is most severe, supporting women who have survived war and conflict. We provide them with essential skills to reconstruct their families, uplift their communities, and transform their lives. Our programs unite women into community cohorts where they learn to save, launch businesses, understand their rights, improve health, and advocate for transformative change. For three decades, WfWI has leveraged data-driven insights, feedback from country teams, and the voices of women themselves to refine and evolve our approach.

Since 2002, WfWI has been actively working in five provinces of Afghanistan. Participants in our program receive vocational training in areas such as animal husbandry, tailoring, and knitting. They engage in self-help groups, acquire business investment knowledge, and receive stipends to bolster their economic independence. Additionally, we educate women on their rights, financial management, and social advocacy, encouraging them to play a significant role in household decision-making and community development. WfWI’s initiatives also include engaging men as allies, fostering broader community support for women’s empowerment.

Globally, WfWI supports grassroots and local women-led organizations, providing resources and capacity-building to address self-identified priorities. Through ongoing advocacy, we work to ensure that women’s voices are integral to policy-making and community leadership, creating an environment conducive to long-term change in conflict-affected areas.

The Finance Monitor will be a vital member of the finance team at WfWI Afghanistan, tasked with managing grant and sub-grant financial operations for women beneficiaries and women-led organizations (WLOs). This role will ensure that project funds under the AIDI project are effectively managed, financial compliance is maintained, and donor requirements are met. The Finance Monitor will collaborate closely with project teams to maintain financial transparency and provide financial literacy training to women participants, aiding them in developing and expanding their businesses.

Additionally, the Finance Monitor will act as a liaison between program participants, external partners, and WfWI, aligning financial activities with organizational objectives. This position involves supporting WLO partnerships, coordinating financial support, and ensuring adherence to financial guidelines set by WfWI and donors.

1. Financial Management:

• Monitor and track project expenditures to align with budgetary guidelines.
• Review financial transactions and reports for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and final financial reports for project management and donors.
• Collaborate with finance and project teams to maintain accurate financial records and ensure timely submission of reports.

1. Budget Management:

• Support budget planning, monitoring, and variance analysis.
• Conduct regular budget reviews and advise on adjustments as necessary.
• Ensure adherence to approved budgets and financial plans.

1. Compliance and Internal Controls:

• Verify financial documents (e.g., invoices, receipts) to ensure policy compliance.
• Assist in ensuring adherence to WfWI’s financial guidelines and Afghan national regulations.

1. Audits and Financial Reviews:

• Prepare documentation for internal and external audits.
• Conduct spot checks to identify discrepancies and mitigate financial risks.

1. Cash Flow Management:

• Monitor cash balances and disburse project funds as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of cash usage and address discrepancies.

1. Financial Capacity Building:

• Provide financial literacy and business skills training to program participants.
• Mentor women entrepreneurs to effectively manage business finances.

1. Risk Management:

• Identify and report financial risks to management.
• Develop strategies to mitigate financial mismanagement and fraud.

1. Coordination and Reporting:

• Work with the project management team to align financial activities with overall objectives.
• Compile and submit financial data for project reports and evaluations.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA) preferred.
• 3-5 years of financial management experience in NGOs or international development settings.
• Proficiency in financial software (QuickBooks, SAP) and MS Office (Excel, Word).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills in Pashtu, Dari, and English.
• Experience in financial capacity-building and business mentorship.
• Strong understanding of donor financial guidelines and Afghan financial regulations.
• Willingness to travel to various project sites as required.

Interested candidates should apply through the online application form at:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VZGBW39

Applications should include a cover letter, CV, and references. Incomplete applications will not be considered