JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Cambodia

CONTRACT TYPE: 6 months

STARTING TIME: as soon as possible         

DEPARTMENT and TEAM: Finance & Operations

SALARY: USD300/ monthly stipend with other benefits

HOURS (FTE) 37.5

FLEXIBLE WORKING

“We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you”.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization.

DEPARTMENT PURPOSE: The Oxfam in Asia regional platform contributes to and implements Oxfam’s Global Objectives and Strategy and leads the implementation of Oxfam in Asia’s Strategic Framework, by providing vision and strategic direction to all of Oxfam’s work in Asia. This includes Oxfam’s humanitarian responses and the localization of humanitarian leadership, long-term development programming, and influencing work. Responsible and accountable for the strategic direction and effective management of the programming in Asia, effective management of financial and human resources in line with Oxfam policy, and providing high-level support and representation for advocacy, fundraising, and any other representational purposes in support of Oxfam’s work and interest while ensuring gender justice and feminist principles are adopted.

TEAM PURPOSE: The Mekong Regional Water Governance Program (MRWGP) focuses on inclusive and equitable water governance, addressing climate change, water security, and social accountability. MRWGP oversees regional projects funded by DFAT and SDC, ensuring sustainable water governance across Cambodia, Thailand, Lao PDR, Vietnam and Myanmar.  The Inclusion Program 3 (IP3) (2025-2029) integrates governance and climate resilience for regional policy impact. The program aims for - More sustainable and resilient livelihoods of riparian communities in the Mekong Sub-region and prioritises three interconnected pillars Pillar 1: Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) and Feminist Influencing; Pillar 2: Inclusive Water Resource Governance; Pillar 3. Climate Resilient Communities.

JOB PURPOSE: The Finance Intern will provide essential support to the Finance and Operations team in ensuring compliance with donor requirements, assisting with budget preparation, and supporting financial and logistical processes. He/She is a member of the Mekong Regional Water Governance Program team (MRWGP) and has the opportunity to gain experience and work with teams across Asia’s varied cultural contexts.

ROLE REPORTS TO

Finance and Operations Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Finance and Operations team in reviewing expenditures to ensure compliance with donor regulations.
• Support team drafting of budgets for workshops, trainings, and events.
• Assist in reviewing advance settlements, requisitions, and related financial documentation.
• Provide support in event organization and logistical arrangements, including hotel bookings, venues, meals, ticketing, and ground transportation.
• Join the trip with the Program team to the field site, provide support, and learn from the community and partners who work relevant to the project/ program.
•  Support the Finance and Operations teams during internal and external audits by preparing relevant supporting documents for auditors.
• Assist the team with photocopying and scanning required documents after obtaining necessary approvals.
• Perform other tasks assigned by the line manager.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Fresh graduate of a bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar empirical knowledge
• Computer literacy, especially Ms. Word & Excel
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, and proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and aptitude to learn quickly.
• A team player, who works well in a multi-cultural environment, communicates readily, and shares learning with colleagues and partners
• well in a multi-cultural environment, communicates readily, and shares learning with colleagues and partners
• Spoken and written English skills

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Most importantly, every individual at Oxfam International Secretariat needs to be able to:

• Live our values of INCLUSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, EMPOWERMENT, COURAGE, SOLIDARITY and EQUALITY (read more about these here)
• Ensure you commit to our ORGANIZATIONAL ATTRIBUTES (including adhering to the Code of Conduct):

1. Be committed to our feminist principles, and to applying them in your day-to-day behaviour and your work. Be ready to keep learning, with accountability to those who experience oppression as a result of their identities, such as their gender, race/ethnicity, disability, class, or LGBTQIA identity."

2. Be committed to undertaking Oxfam’s safeguarding training and adhering to relevant policies, to ensure all people who come into Oxfam are as safe as possible.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES

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 or Asian countries as required.