Finance and Admin. Assistant

📍 Location: Kano, Nigeria

📅 Deadline: 18 September 2026

💰 Salary: Not specified

Employment Type: Full-time

ABOUT MANAGEMENT SCIENCES FOR HEALTH (MSH)

Management Sciences for Health is a global health nonprofit that works with governments and local partners to strengthen health systems and improve access to quality, affordable healthcare. MSH has worked in more than 150 countries since 1971.

JOB SUMMARY

The Finance and Admin. Assistant will support the smooth operation of finance, logistics and administration at state level. The role will process payment-related activities, maintain accurate records, coordinate vendors and activity logistics, and help ensure compliance with MSH policies, donor guidelines and Nigerian regulations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arrange accommodation and logistics for staff, consultants and activity participants.
• Support dispatch of goods and equipment, including packing lists, waybills and shipping communication.
• Manage calendars, meeting rooms, office set-up and activity logistics.
• Maintain inventory and asset records and help control project utility and fuel consumption.
• Coordinate procurement and engagement of vendors for goods and services.
• Prepare payment schedules for vendors and participants and code transactions correctly.
• Maintain administrative and accounting files and follow up outstanding vendor payments.
• Support timely reconciliation and monthly administrative and financial reporting.
• Manage state-level tax and other statutory payments.
• Ensure payments are compiled, reviewed and sent to the country office on time.
• Update project activity tracking logs accurately and support month-end and year-end processes.
• Follow MSH internal controls, Global Fund requirements and applicable government regulations.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• University degree or HND in Accounting.
• At least two years’ experience as an accountant and administrator.
• Understanding of key accounting principles and administrative procedures.
• Experience with Global Fund and United States Government projects.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel; knowledge of Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and spoken English, typing, memo-writing and editing skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Strong organisation, interpersonal, teamwork and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to learn complex procedures and take initiative with basic direction.

MSH is an equal-opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without discrimination. Reasonable accommodation may be available to applicants with disabilities.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply through the official MSH Workday page using the application link on this listing. Review the requirements carefully and submit all requested information before 18 September 2026. MSH recruitment is free of charge.