VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Finance Support Officer

Organization: Concern Worldwide

Location: Chikwawa, Malawi

Contract Type: 9-Month Temporary Contract

Application Email: malawi.hr@concern.net

Deadline: 15th June 2026

About Concern Worldwide

Concern Worldwide is an international humanitarian organization dedicated to ending extreme poverty. Operating in Malawi since 2002, Concern works to build resilient communities through sustainable development and emergency response programmes.

Job Overview

The Finance Support Officer will support field-level financial operations by maintaining accurate financial records, processing payments, managing petty cash and bank transactions, and ensuring compliance with organizational financial procedures and policies.

The role will contribute to the efficient management of project finances and support timely financial reporting and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations and Administration

• Prepare monthly cash projections in collaboration with project staff
• Process payments in accordance with organizational policies and procedures
• Verify payment requests and supporting documentation for completeness and accuracy
• Record cash and bank transactions accurately and in a timely manner
• Manage petty cash and ensure compliance with approved cash holding limits
• Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and cash recaps
• Follow up and resolve outstanding reconciliation items
• Maintain proper filing and archiving systems for financial records and supporting documents
• Prepare financial and operational reports as required
• Support emergency response activities when required

Qualifications and Skills

• Certificate or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field
• At least one (1) year of relevant work experience
• Previous experience working with an NGO will be an added advantage
• Sound knowledge of accounting practices and financial procedures
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial management software
• High level of integrity and attention to detail

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) – maximum three (3) pages
• Contact details of three professional referees

Applications should be sent by email to:

malawi.hr@concern.net

Please use the job title being applied for as the subject line of your email.

Application Deadline

15th June 2026

Important Notice

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Concern Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any recruitment fees at any stage of the recruitment process. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.