- Position: Finance, Administration & Data Officer
- Organization: Cowater International
- Location: Pretoria, South Africa
- Contract Type: Full-time, 1-year renewable (2025–2030)
- Salary: Competitive, based on experience
- Closing Date: 12 September 2025
- Apply Here: Cowater International Careers Portal
Cowater International is seeking a Finance, Administration & Data Officer to support the SEIGG project in Pretoria. This role involves managing financial operations, administrative processes, and developing data tools to enhance public sector governance in South Africa.
Job Opportunity
The SEIGG project aims to improve accountability, efficiency, and transparency in public administration through technical assistance and capacity building at national, provincial, and municipal levels. The Finance, Administration & Data Officer will play a crucial role in ensuring the project’s financial and administrative operations run smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
- Financial Management: Prepare activity budgets, oversee accounting and payment of invoices, track spending, and provide regular financial reports.
- Administration: Manage project mobilization, establish business processes, oversee payroll, and ensure compliance with donor and internal policies.
- Data Management: Design and implement Excel-based tools for data collection and analysis, ensuring data protection and confidentiality standards are met.
- Human Resources: Supervise payroll processing and ensure compliance with local labor laws.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: University degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years in donor-funded project management, including financial and administrative processes.
- Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including form design and data validation; strong understanding of international assistance funding and procurement procedures.
- Languages: Professional fluency in English (writing, reading, and speaking).
- Other: Familiarity with data protection principles and secure file handling.
How to Apply
Submit your CV, cover letter, and all-inclusive daily rate via the Cowater International careers portal by 12 September 2025. Ensure your application is named: Surname_FirstName_Date_PositionTitle.
Closing Date
Applications close at 12:00 PM on 12 September 2025. Early applications are encouraged.