Job description
About the assignment
We’re looking for a Finance Management Technical Support Mentor who can live and volunteer for 12 months in Samoa.
- This assignment seeks to support staff to strengthen financial policies and systems.
- To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelors degree or equivalent in Finance and Administration.
- You will be working alongside the Finance Coordinator and staff at NOLA.
About the Partner Organisation
Nuanua ole Alofa (NOLA), based in Apia, is the leading advocacy organisation for persons with disabilities in Samoa. It is the umbrella organisation for the three affiliates: Samoa Blind Association (SBPA), the Deaf Association Samoa (DAS) and the Person with Physical Disabilities Association of Samoa (SBPA). NOLA has over 1500 members across the 4 inhabited islands of Samoa.
NOLA is looking to strengthen it’s financial systems and policies and would benefit from the support of a volunteer with financial experience. Staff would develop further skills and processes would be reviewed to ensure the integrity of the financial reporting data for the organisation.
About the Australian Volunteers Program
The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.
Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey, and we actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. Find out more.
Allowance
We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here.
AUD$2,027.00per month.
Requirements
- All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV).
- A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.
- A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.
Additionally a First Aid Certificate will be required for this assignment.
A position description is attached.