Program Accountant

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY: PROGRAM ACCOUNTANT (INT11723)

One person in three in the world lives in poverty. Oxfam is determined to change that world by mobilizing the power of people against poverty. Around the world, Oxfam works to find practical, innovative ways for people to lift themselves out of poverty and thrive. We save lives and help rebuild livelihoods when crisis strikes. And we campaign so that the voices of the poor influence the local and global decisions that affect them. In all we do, Oxfam works with partner organizations and alongside vulnerable women and men to end the injustices that cause poverty.

As a confederation, our values are Accountability, Empowerment, and Inclusiveness.

Empowerment: Everyone, from our staff and supporters to people living in poverty, should feel they can be a catalyst for change.

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

Background of Oxfam:

Oxfam started working in Southern Africa in the 1980s. Since then, we have implemented both development and humanitarian programmes to support practical and innovative ways for people to lift themselves out of poverty.

We work with local stakeholders to find lasting solutions to the root causes which keep people in poverty. Oxfam is currently collaborating with the Government, international and local CSOs, UN Agencies and other stakeholders.

Oxfam envisions Southern African countries to be free of extreme inequality and injustice; a society where citizens and particularly women across all age groups claim and exercise their rights and responsibilities and can influence decisions that affect their lives.

Our regional program aims to promote women’s rights, good governance and accountability, resilient livelihoods, as well as enhance preparedness, reduce vulnerability to disaster and ensure an effective response to humanitarian crises.

Job Summary:

The Program Accountant will be responsible and accountable for the day-to-day accounting of finances

and to support the management of donor funding.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree combined with full professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA) or

alternative a master’s degree in finance, Accountancy or equivalent qualification

• At least 5 years accounting experience

• Proven experience and ability in the following areas of finance

• Preparation of monthly and annual accounts to Financial Statements level

• Preparation of general ledger reconciliation

• Knowledge of local taxation laws

• Cash flow forecasting and management.

• Budgeting experience for multiple cost centres

• Experience in working with multiple currencies

• Computer literacy: full working knowledge of MS suite and others.

• Knowledge of Oxfam Processing & reporting systems & tools

• Basic knowledge and understanding of general administrative management

• Previous experience with an NGO, as well as with institutional donors, such as, EC, DFID and UN is of distinct advantage.

Skills

• Good professional presentation, interpersonal skills & a team worker.

• Ability to work, train & coach staff with differing levels of skills.

• Initiative, ability to prioritize tasks, work independently multi-task, and work under pressure.

• Commitment to the aims and objectives of Oxfam.

• Willingness to travel within the SAF Cluster region.

Key Attributes:

• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the

• commitment to equal opportunities.

• Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of

• gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of

• development work.

• Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into

• contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible.

Contract Type: Fixed Term, renewal subject to availability of funding.

Salary: National terms and conditions, competitive and negotiable within the salary ranges depending on experience, skills and competencies. This role offers scope for immense personal fulfilment – as well as outstanding opportunities to develop your career.

Location: SAF countries where one has the right to work (Mozambique Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe).

Closing date: Thursday 13^th August 2026

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for interviews.

Oxfam is an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.