Finance Intern

Department purpose: Oxfam is a global movement of people who are fighting inequality to end poverty and injustice. There are currently 21 member organizations working in 79 countries. We have a vision of a just and sustainable world. A world where people and the planet are at the center of our economy. Where women and girls live free from violence and discrimination. Where the climate crisis is contained. And where governance systems are inclusive and allow for those in power to be held to account.

The Oxfam CLV Cluster is comprised of three countries,  Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam. Our Vision for the CLV Cluster is to increase our impact on the ground, strengthen our ability to influence policy changes at country and regional levels, raises income and saves costs.

All programs and projects in the CLV cluster are implemented effectively in contribution to the CLV Cluster Strategy 2022-2024 and country strategies in each country. All programs across Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam are collaborating with each other to achieve the common CLV goal and objectives.

Team purpose: The CLV Cluster is newly created as part of the Oxfam global change process.  The CLV Cluster links programs, people, funding resources, and knowledge in three Mekong countries to optimize delivery of our Global Strategy Framework and the Asia Regional Strategy, and to achieve operational efficiencies.

Job purpose: The Finance Intern is to provide and support financial functions in the Cambodia Country office and to contribute to the high-impact performance and success of the business operation -CLV Cluster. This position will be working directly with the Finance Coordinator, with overall responsibility for the financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Finance Operation team to review expenditures and payment requests, and ensure that all financial and accounting documents are well-documented.
• Support the team during internal audit, external audit and donor visit. Assist team to find relevant supporting documents for the auditor, filling back all the documents after the audit.
• Support the Finance Coordinator and the Finance Officer in preparing requisitions, payment requests, and the bank transfer process.
• Assist the finance team on bank-related matters, visiting banks, and Tax if needed.
• In charge of photocopying/scanning finance documents to get approval through the Box folder.
• Support the organization and implementation of Business Operation team activities include but not limit in Finance, HR, IT and Admin’s works.
• Provide support to the program team in organizing events, workshops and meetings when requested.
• Perform other tasks as requested by line manager.

Job Requirements

• University graduates, preferred graduate with background in finance or administration.
• Able to speak and write English
• Good computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, Ms Outlook, PowerPoint);
• Good communication skills;
• Ability to work independently as well as in the team;
• Strong motivation for learning about development work;
• Willingness to travel, if required.
• Cambodian National only
   

ESSENTIAL

• Self-Awareness
• Systems Thinking
• Influencing
   

TECHNICAL SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE

• Team player with the ability to deal with a range of people from various cultures and different capacities.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently when needed.
• Able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
• Commitment to Oxfam’s values.
• Ability to show perseverance, tenacity, and ability to work under pressure. 
• Good computer skills (writing and spreadsheet programs).
• Willingness to travel to remote areas

How to apply

Please upload an up-to-date CV and a cover letter, clearly explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile through the website:

https://jobs.oxfamnovib.nl/job-invite/13993/

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted- usually within 2 weeks of the closing date.

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

We are an international confederation of 20 organizations (affiliates) plus the Oxfam International Secretariat, working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

All our work is led by our core values: Empowerment, Accountability, Inclusiveness, Courage, Solidarity and Equality.

Our commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam International Secretariat also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, if a job applicant has been employed by another member of the scheme, we will request information from that organization about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.