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GWO Background:

Green Way Organization (GWO) is a women-led national non-profit NGO established in 2006 and registered with the Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan (Registration No. 312). The organization is committed to empowering vulnerable communities, with a focus on women, children, youth, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and returnees. GWO’s leadership reflects this commitment, with women holding the majority of management positions and a staff composition of approximately 66% female and 34% male employees.

GWO delivers targeted interventions across a wide range of thematic areas, including health, nutrition, psychosocial support, and community awareness, as well as women’s empowerment, education, livelihoods, agriculture, environment, climate change, WASH, protection, community development, and humanitarian response. These programs aim to address urgent needs, enhance resilience, and promote sustainable development in marginalized and underserved communities throughout Afghanistan.

Purpose of the Position

The Finance Officer is responsible for managing day-to-day financial operations of GWO, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with donor and organizational policies, and supporting efficient use of resources.

Scope of Work

The Finance Officer will oversee and execute all financial management functions of GWO projects and operations. This includes maintaining financial records, processing transactions, monitoring budgets, ensuring compliance with donor and national regulations, and supporting financial planning and reporting. The role requires close coordination with program and administrative teams to ensure efficient and accountable use of organizational resources.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with GWO policies and accounting standards.
2. Process payments, receipts, and journal entries in a timely manner.
3. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
4. Monitor project budgets and expenditures to ensure alignment with approved budgets.
5. Assist in the preparation of organizational and project budgets.
6. Track budget utilization and provide variance analysis.
7. Support program teams in financial planning and forecasting.
8. Ensure compliance with donor regulations, national laws, and GWO financial policies.
9. Maintain proper documentation and filing systems for all financial transactions.
10. Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and explanations.
11. Manage cash flow, including cash requests and disbursements.
12. Conduct regular bank reconciliations.
13. Ensure secure handling of cash and financial instruments.
14. Assist in payroll preparation and ensure timely salary payments.
15. Calculate taxes and statutory deductions in compliance with Afghan law.
16. Support administrative functions related to finance when required.
17. Coordinate with program staff to ensure financial alignment of activities.
18. Provide financial guidance to non-finance staff.
19. Prepare financial reports for donors and management.
20. The finance officer will report directly to the Finance Manager and will work closely with all main office staff, project staff, field officers, and other relevant staff.
21. Any other task by senior management.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience, preferably with NGOs.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with donor-funded projects and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Good understanding of Afghan financial regulations and tax laws.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Proficiency in Dari and/or Pashto is required.

• Interested qualified candidates should submit their resume and cover letter with specifying the Title of the Position with the Job Number in the subject line to recruitment@gwoaf.org by 10 April 2026.
• Only short-listed candidates will be invited for written test and interview.

• Green Way Organization is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage qualified candidates, particularly women and persons with disabilities, to apply.

recruitment@gwoaf.org