Malawi Finance Coordinator

Department: Mission Programs

Reports To: Malawi Field Lead

Status: Full-time, Salaried

Application Deadline: 20 October

Salary range: $450-$550 USD monthly (paid in MWK at official rate)

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to, coordinating the office's finances, operations, and asset tracking, as well as ensuring the organization runs efficiently and resources are properly managed. In carrying out these duties, the Malawi Finance Coordinator upholds Kingdom Workers’ values by modeling Christ-centered integrity and service.

Christ**-**Centered Culture

• This means we regularly share our faith with others. The Great Commission is our mission, and our role is to equip and encourage others to do the same.
• We keep Christ central through active participation in and contribution to the spiritual growth of the organization, maintaining God-pleasing relationships with all co-workers, volunteers, donors, and partners. Every person and position is eagerly looking for opportunities to directly mobilize ministry through our volunteers and donors.

D**uties and Responsibilities:**

• prepare and process financial transactions and maintain supporting documentation, including payroll, payment processing, receipt collection,

  banking, and monthly financial reporting

• manage petty cash, including cash disbursements, recordkeeping, and preparation of monthly petty cash reconciliations

• coordinate daily office operations, including utilities, office supplies, maintenance, etc.

• purchase office equipment including obtaining quotations, coordinating purchases, and maintaining asset records

• oversee office staff, including Gardener and Cleaner

• ensure office spaces remain functional and well organized for meetings

• coordinate operational support for visitors and offsite meetings when needed

• maintain contracts for Kingdom Workers Malawi with assistance from Malawi Field Lead

• assist Africa Regional Director with monthly fund reconciliations for regional fields such as Nigeria, Zambia, and Kenya

• ensure the accuracy, transparency, and integrity of all financial transactions and reporting, minimizing risk of error, fraud, or misuse of funds other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Characteristics:

• must demonstrate alignment with Kingdom Workers' Statement of Faith
• degree or diploma in a relevant field (Business, Accounting, etc.)
• demonstrated management, analytical, and strategic planning abilities; and experience in deploying human and financial resources towards key mission goals
• experience in financial administration with a strong record of accountability, ethical handling of funds, and adherence to internal control procedures in a nonprofit or donor-funded environment
• 2 years’ experience serving in a similar capacity
• ability to participate in a work environment that fosters open and honest two-way communication
• ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and deliver quality results on time, while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• must possess strong communication skills
• be comfortable with the use of technology and software platforms have proven ability to work cross-culturally while building relationships and working collaboratively with others

Location and Travel Expectations:

• position is based in Blantyre
• position is required to be onsite
• ability to travel occasionally
• ability to travel by road, air or other means as may be encountered in a developing country
• ability to happily spend time and work in remote areas
• valid passport, or ability to obtain one, required valid driver’s license required

Other Conditions:

• frequently required to walk, sit, stand, and/or lift up to 30 pounds
• frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• continually required to talk and hear
• occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions, including outdoor exposure occasional exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities or physical restrictions to perform the essential functions of this position.

The above information describes the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, abilities, duties, and requirements necessary to perform the primary functions of the position. This shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the duties and requirements that may be necessary in this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.