Finance and Admin Officer

Job Description

Title: Finance and Admin Officer

Company Name: WAVE Foundation

Vacancy: 1

Age: At most 45 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Tk. 48000 - 51100 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 3 years

• Masters

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.      

• At least 3 years

• Age At most 45 years

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in financial management within development projects.

• Strong command of accounting software and reporting systems.

• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability.

• Knowledge of donor compliance and procurement procedures.

• Commitment to ethical practices, gender equity and inclusivity.

Job Context:

WAVE Foundation is seeking suitable and qualified candidates for an upcoming project under its Social Development and Youth Empowerment Program supported by DW Akademie. The project aims to empower youth, CSO and regional media to exercise freedom of expression in promoting civic engagement and inclusive dialogue across Bangladesh. Established in 1990, WAVE Foundation (www.wavefoundationbd.org) is a Civil Society Organization committed to its vision of building “A Just and Prosperous Society.” Since its inception, the organization has been implementing a wide range of activities to promote socio-economic development for poor and marginalized communities. WAVE also advocates for universal human rights and good governance through issue-based campaigns. DW Akademie is Deutsche Welle's center for international media development, journalism training and knowledge transfer. Its projects strengthen the human right to freedom of expression and unhindered access to information. DW Akademie empowers people worldwide to make independent decisions based on reliable facts and constructive dialogue and are active in 60 developing countries and emerging economies.

Position Summary:

The Finance and Admin Officer will ensure sound financial management, reporting, and administrative efficiency throughout the project. S/he will manage daily accounting, budgeting, and procurement tasks while ensuring compliance with donor and organizational policies. The position also provides administrative and logistical support for project implementation across five districts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accounts, financial records and documentation in compliance with donor guidelines.

• Prepare periodic financial statements and expenditure reports.

• Manage procurement, logistics, and asset registers.

• Ensure compliance with audit and organizational financial policies.

• Support coordination of events and staff travel arrangements.

• Work closely with the Project Manager to ensure transparent and efficient use of project funds.

• Salary: BDT 48,000–51,100/month (other benefits as per project provisions and organizational policy)