The African Union Development Agency invites applications from citizens of African Union Member States for the post of Finance Assistant.

Under the supervision of the Finance Officer – Grants, the Finance Assistant will provide financial support to the project implementation unit (PIU) to ensure successful project implementation.

Required Skills and Competencies:

Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel and PowerPoint, SAP or similar ERP is required

Practical experience in managing accounts and a good understanding of international accounting standards

Practical experience in accounting and financial management roles in an international, public or private sector organisation

A sharp and analytical mind with creative thinking and problem-solving skills

Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, proven ability to clearly and concisely prepare, present, discuss and defend issues, findings and recommendations

High level of accuracy, attention to detail and thoroughness

High ethical and accountability standards, emotional intelligence as well as impeccable integrity

Refined diplomatic skills, exceptional interpersonal skills and possession of a teamwork orientation and ability to interact harmoniously and effectively with colleagues and officials from diverse sectors, disciplines, perspectives, countries and cultures

Ability to resolve problems, exercising the highest sense of responsibility and maturity in the handling of confidential and sensitive issues

Strong organizing, work planning, scheduling and time management skills

Ability to work with enthusiasm and commitment under pressure and minimal supervision, multi-task with a wide range of individuals and institutions, as well as be proactive and creative with sound judgment

Education and Experience:

A minimum of a college diploma in Accounting, Finance, Banking, Commerce or Business Management with a minimum of five (5) years progressive working experience in a busy finance or accounting function within the public sector, multilateral institutions, international, non-governmental or similar organisations nationally, regionally and/or internationally

Experience:

Experience working with an ERP system

Experience in an accounting support role

Experience in working with grant management and projects financed by development partners

Experience in the preparation of reports

Experience in Accounts payable and Receivable management

Experience in Treasury Functions

Remuneration:

Indicative basic salary of US$19,701.71 per annum plus other entitlements e.g., Post Adjustment (57% of basic salary), Housing Allowance ($16,813.44 per annum), gratuity (15% of gross salary) in conformity with the rules and procedures applicable to internationally recruited staff of the African Union.

Application Procedure:

To apply, please submit the following:

A motivation letter stating reasons for seeking employment with the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency

A detailed and updated curriculum vitae (CV), not exceeding five (5) pages and indicating your nationality, age and gender

Three (3) referees with good knowledge of the candidate's work, furnishing full contact details, telephone, fax and e-mail addresses

Certified copies of degrees and diplomas

Application Link: https://e-recruitment.nepad.org:44310/sap/bc/webdynpro/sap/hrrcf_a_startpage_ext_cand

Deadline: Monday, 22nd June 2026

If you face challenges during profile creation or application, log your problem to: audahiring@nepad.org

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.