Finance & Grants Officer

About this role

FHI 360 is recruiting a Finance and Grants Officer to support its EpiC Tanzania programme in Mtwara, with responsibility for financial administration, grant compliance, and budget monitoring across the grant lifecycle. The post-holder will process financial transactions, prepare budgets and financial reports, monitor grant expenditures, maintain grant documentation, and provide financial analysis that supports programme implementation and management decisions. Day to day, the officer will monitor subawardee financial and management performance in the region, conduct site visits, review monthly invoices and supporting documents, follow up on special award conditions, and provide capacity-building support to subawardee staff. The role includes preparing and managing a regional EpiC Tanzania budget, tracking expenditure against workplans, reviewing reconciliations, supporting procurement reviews, and ensuring timely monthly financial reporting.

The officer will also coordinate with the Finance Manager on audits, help implement audit recommendations, review payments against FHI 360 cost principles, conduct compliance reviews, and maintain a database of service providers. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting and have at least five years of experience in financial management and direct management of contracts, grants, and other agreements in an NGO environment. Strong knowledge of USG and non-USG donor rules and regulations, GAAP and internal controls, spreadsheet proficiency, quantitative analysis, and excellent communication and organizational skills are required. A CPA, ACCA, or other relevant professional qualification is desirable, as is prior non-governmental organization experience.

The position is full time and based in Mtwara, Tanzania, with travel expected at less than 10 to 30 percent. The officer works under the general supervision of the Senior Finance Officer and collaborates with programme, procurement, and management teams. FHI 360 offers a competitive compensation package, with an expected annual basic salary range of TZS 40,000,000 to TZS 55,000,000, and qualified candidates should apply online by 31 October 2026, submitting an application letter, CV, certificates, and three professional referees.