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Finance Intern

with Oxfam
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Announcement Description

DEPARTMENT PURPOSE: The Oxfam in Asia regional platform contributes to and implements Oxfam’s Global Objectives and Strategy and leads the implementation of Oxfam in Asia’s Strategic Framework, by providing vision and strategic direction to all of Oxfam’s work in Asia. This includes Oxfam’s humanitarian responses and the localization of humanitarian leadership, long-term development programming, and influencing work. Responsible and accountable for the strategic direction and effective management of the programming in Asia, effective management of financial and human resources in line with Oxfam policy, and providing high-level support and representation for advocacy, fundraising, and any other representational purposes in support of Oxfam’s work and interest while ensuring gender justice and feminist principles are adopted.

TEAM PURPOSE: The Mekong Regional Water Governance Program (MRWGP) focuses on inclusive and equitable water governance, addressing climate change, water security, and social accountability. MRWGP oversees regional projects funded by DFAT and SDC, ensuring sustainable water governance across Cambodia, Thailand, Lao PDR, Vietnam and Myanmar. The Inclusion Program 3 (IP3) (2025-2029) integrates governance and climate resilience for regional policy impact. The program aims for - More sustainable and resilient livelihoods of riparian communities in the Mekong Sub-region and prioritises three interconnected pillars Pillar 1: Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI) and Feminist Influencing; Pillar 2: Inclusive Water Resource Governance; Pillar 3. Climate Resilient Communities.

Announcement Positions

Finance Intern

Position Circumstances
  • Career Category: Banking / Finance, Internship, Accounting, Business Administration
  • Schedule:Full-time
  • Salary: $300 Other Benefits
Position Summary

LOCATION: Cambodia

CONTRACT TYPE: 6 months

STARTING TIME: as soon as possible

DEPARTMENT and TEAM: Finance & Operations

HOURS (FTE) 37.5

JOB PURPOSE: The Finance Intern will provide essential support to the Finance and Operations team in ensuring compliance with donor requirements, assisting with budget preparation, and supporting financial and logistical processes. He/She is a member of the Mekong Regional Water Governance Program team (MRWGP) and has the opportunity to gain experience and work with teams across Asia’s varied cultural contexts.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Assist the Finance and Operations team in reviewing expenditures to ensure compliance with donor regulations.
  • Support team drafting of budgets for workshops, trainings, and events.
  • Assist in reviewing advance settlements, requisitions, and related financial documentation.
  • Provide support in event organization and logistical arrangements, including hotel bookings, venues, meals, ticketing, and ground transportation.
  • Join the trip with the Program team to the field site, provide support, and learn from the community and partners who work relevant to the project/ program.
  • Support the Finance and Operations teams during internal and external audits by preparing relevant supporting documents for auditors.
  • Assist the team with photocopying and scanning required documents after obtaining necessary approvals.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by the line manager.
Expected Profile of Candidates
Languages:
  • English - Good
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in business administration or similar empirical knowledge
Skills & Knowledge:
General & Technical Skills
  • Computer literacy, especially Ms. Word & Excel
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills, and proven ability to be flexible in demanding situations
  • Spoken and written English skills
  • Able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.
  • Good computer skills (writing and spreadsheet programs).
  • Willingness to travel to remote areas or Asian countries as required.
Soft Skills
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and aptitude to learn quickly.
  • A team player, who works well in a multi-cultural environment, communicates readily, and shares learning with colleagues and partners
  • well in a multi-cultural environment, communicates readily, and shares learning with colleagues and partners
  • Team player with the ability to deal with a range of people from various cultures and different capacities.
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently when needed.
  • Commitment to Oxfam’s values.
  • Ability to show perseverance, tenacity, and ability to work under pressure. 
  • Self-Awareness
  • Systems Thinking
  • Influencing
 

How to Apply

SAFER RECRUITMENT: Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. Offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

Applying:

For the Cambodian National only

All applicants should apply through the Oxfam recruitment website

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

Attachment:
  • JD_Finance Intern_PMU
 

Contact Details

Office Address
  • No 113C, Mao Tse Tung Blvd., Sangkat Boeng Keng Kang Ti Muoy, Khan Boeng Keng Kang, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
 
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