Finance Assistant Intern

About the Organization

Tamra for Social Development Organization (TSD) is a local Civil Society Organization established in 1998. TSD operates across Addis Ababa, Oromia, Sidama, Central, and Southern Ethiopia, focusing on youth empowerment, peace building, gender development, sexual and reproductive health (SRH), climate justice, and sustainable livelihoods.

Position Summary

The Finance Assistant Intern will provide direct administrative and operational support to the Head of Finance, Administration, and HR. This internship offers a valuable hands-on learning opportunity for a motivated individual to gain practical experience in financial documentation, compliance tracking, record-keeping, and general financial administration within the non-governmental sector.

Employment Details

• Reports to: Head of Finance, Administration, and HR

• Duty Station: Head Office (Addis Ababa)

• Contract Type: Internship (Full-time)

• Duration: 6 Months

• Number of Positions: 1

• Application Deadline: September 6, 2026

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Finance, Administration, and HR in organizing, filing, and archiving financial documents, payment vouchers, invoices, and receipts.

• Perform preliminary reviews of financial documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with organizational procedures.

• Assist in logging, digitizing, and updating financial data into tracking sheets and financial templates.

• Support the preparation of documentation for internal and external audits.

• Assist in handling general administrative tasks, financial correspondence, and documentation workflows within the unit.

• Execute other related tasks assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Job Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Recent graduate or final-year student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields.

• Experience: Fresh graduates or individuals with less than 1 year of professional experience are encouraged to apply.

• Language: Excellent written and spoken English and Amharic are required.

• Technical Skills: Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

• Key Competencies: Strong organizational skills, eagerness to learn, high level of integrity, and ability to handle confidential information responsibly.

What We Offer

• Practical hands-on exposure to non-profit financial systems, compliance, and administration.

• Direct mentorship from senior management.

• Internship certificate upon successful completion of the engagement.

How To Apply

• Interested and qualified applicants should submit their CV (max. 3 pages as a single PDF document to application@tamrasd.org by September 6, 2026.

• Applicants must explicitly state their current place of residence/location in the body of their application email.

• Applicants must strictly use the following email subject line: Finance Assistant Intern Application

• Applications submitted with a different email subject line may not be considered.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Safeguarding Commitment

• TSD is committed to safeguarding and protection from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH). All staff and interns are expected to adhere to TSD's safeguarding policies and code of conduct.

• TSD is an equal opportunity employer. Women, persons with disabilities, and qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.