The Strategic Initiative for Women in the Horn of Africa (SIHA) is a coalition of civil society organizations from Sudan, South Sudan, Uganda, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Somalia and Somaliland. SIHA was founded in 1995 by a collection of women\'s groups with the view of strengthening the capacities of women organizations in the Horn of Africa countries. SIHA advocates for social change and gender equality for men and women in the Horn region and works specifically on: gender equality, women rights activism, women economic empowerment, eliminating violence against women and girls, promoting human rights, peace building and conflict transformation, enhancing women’s leadership and political participation and the production and dissemination of knowledge. More information about SIHA is available at www.sihanet.org.
Vacancy No: 2
Report to:
Regional Head of Finance and Administration
Salary Range:
Full time contract / 400 - 500 USD
Section/Unit:
Finance and Admin Unit
Grade Level:
3
Supervisor:
Operations Manager
No. of Post:
1
Duty Station:
El-Gezira, Sudan
Duration:
For an initial period of six (6) months with the possibility of extension.
Closing Date:
25 Oct 2026
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Background:
The Accountant manages financial records, reconciliations, compliance, and audit readiness in line with SIHA and donor requirements.
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Duties and responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records for all financial transactions in accordance with SIHA financial policies, accounting standards, and donor requirements.
- Record financial transactions in the accounting system, ensuring correct coding, classification, and allocation to relevant projects and cost centers.
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, adjustments, and other accounting transactions as required.
- Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts including cash, advances, payables, receivables, and other relevant accounts on a regular basis.
- Manage petty cash records and ensure all cash transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled, and supported by appropriate documentation.
- Verify payment documentation prior to processing to ensure completeness, mathematical accuracy, and compliance with accounting requirements.
- Prepare monthly accounting schedules and supporting documents required for financial reporting and management review.
- Maintain organized filing systems for accounting records, vouchers, bank documents, and supporting financial documentation.
- Monitor outstanding advances and receivables, follow up on settlements, and ensure timely reconciliation of all balances.
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Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- At least three years of relevant accounting or financial management experience.
- Knowledge of accounting, reconciliations, compliance, audits, accounting software, and Excel.
- Integrity, accuracy, confidentiality, and strong analytical and communication skills; NGO experience or professional certification is an advantage.
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Interested candidates should submit application materials via the link:
https://airtable.com/appZiq6ztxzJszaiJ/shrs4CxHzCWMbn5zv not later than October 25, 2026 (shortlisting will be done on a rolling basis).
SIHA Network is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We
strongly encourage applications from women, particularly those from Sudan and the Horn of Africa.
Individuals with lived experience relevant to our work, particularly in humanitarian and conflict
settings. SIHA is dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive working environment grounded in feminist
principles, and we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.
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