Finance Coordinator

Job description

Expanded Church Response (ECR) is a faith-based organization implementing HIV/AIDS programs amongst others to mitigate human suffering and bring transformational development. ECR has implemented programs funded by USAID, CDC, European Union, UNICEF, and Global Fund either directly or through a range of highly regarded local and international organizations. Working with partners like these, the private sector, and government, we are seeing communities awakened to new ways of improving the quality of life for the most vulnerable, and rise up to be the key to their own transformation.

Job Title: Finance Coordinator
Location: Hybrid (Lusaka/Home)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: 3 months short term Contract, with possible extension
Reporting to: Programs Manager

Position Summary
ECR is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Finance Coordinator to support our financial management and reporting functions during critical implementation period. This is a short-term, full time contract position for 3 months, with potential for extension depending on the availability of funding. The Finance Coordinator will play a key leadership role in overseeing grant finances, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, and supporting program teams with timely financial analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities
Oversee day to day financial management, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and compliance functions.
Ensure compliance with donor rules and regulations, particularly CDC and Global Fund-funded projects
Provide leadership and support to the finance team, ensuring timely reconciliations and financial closeouts
Monitor project spending against budgets and provide timey alerts on variances
Liaise with auditors, donors, and other stakeholders as needed
Support development of budget forecasts and funding pipelines
Maintain updated records and documentation to ensure audit readiness.
Oversee cash flow management, cost control, and risk management.
Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for internal use and donor submission
Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.

About You
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (CA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
At least 5 years progressive experience in financial management, including at least 2 years leading teams.
Demonstrated experience in managing CDC, Global fund or USAID grants, progressive experience
Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Pastel, or similar), Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting tools
Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

If you feel you have what it takes, send your application letter and updated CV to the Human Resource Department using the email hrecrtrust@gmail.com Only short -listed candidates will be contacted. Closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 27th June 2025