Finance and Administrative Project Officer
Finance and Administrative Project Officer (French and English speaking)
To submit your application, kindly complete the online application formby Wednesday 19 February 2025, 9AM. (Please note that CVs will not be considered.)
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Location: |
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London (hybrid), France (remote) or Democratic Republic of Congo |
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(remote/hybrid) |
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Please note RFUK is unable to cover any relocation costs. |
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Salary: |
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GBP 33,835 in the UK / EUR 32,042 in France / USD $41,395 in DRC |
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Contract type: |
12 months fixed-term(with the possibility of extension) |
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Other entitlements: |
30 days annual holiday (in addition to Bank Holidays); other benefits depend on the location of the candidate |
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Hours of work: |
Full time, 35 hours a week |
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Start date: |
As soon as possible |
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Rainforest Foundation UK strives for a fairer and more sustainable world by working with
Indigenous Peoples and other communities of the world’s rainforests. We're seeking a Finance and Administrative Project Officer to join our growing team working at the forefront of the fight against tropical deforestation, climate change and social injustice. Hardworking and with an attention to detail, you will work closely with project coordinators and local partner organisations in the Democratic Republic of Congo to deliver exciting new projects expanding community land rights, sustainable livelihoods and forest protection initiatives.
Person specification
The ideal candidate should be highly motivated and a detail-oriented professional with a background in financial management and administrative support, particularly within the context of international development or charity work. Excellent written and spoken fluency in both English and French is a non-negotiable requirement to ensure that you’re able to effectively communicate and collaborate with our diverse teams and partners.
Your experience should include managing project budgets, tracking expenditures, and producing high-quality financial reports. You should be well-versed in working with local NGOs, ensuring compliance with donor requirements, and supporting their organisational development.
Strong interpersonal skills, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure are integral qualities for a member of the RFUK team. This role would suit someone who is eager to develop new skills and contribute to the cause of protecting rainforests and supporting Indigenous Peoples and local communities. You should be committed to the mission of RFUK and be enthusiastic about contributing to the success of our projects.
For further details regarding the role and specific qualifications required, please consult the Job Description.
We welcome all applicants and encourage those who believe they may not strictly meet all requirements to apply, demonstrating in their cover letter why they are the right fit for the role, however the French and English language requirements are non-negotiable.
Application process
To submit your application, kindly complete the online application form by Wednesday 19th February 2025, by 9AM. Please be aware that the form will be anonymised for review by the panel.
Please note that CVs will not be considered.
Regrettably, due to the large number of applications we usually receive, it is not possible to write to you should you not be shortlisted for an interview. If you have not heard from us within 10 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Interviews with shortlisted candidates will be held on 3rd March 2025. Please let us know in your application if you are available to attend an online interview.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within RFUK. As part of our recruitment process, you may voluntarily complete our Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form. This form is used solely for monitoring purposes and helps us ensure fairness and equal opportunity throughout our recruitment process. Your responses are confidential and will not affect your application.
