ABOUT ORBIS
Orbis is an international nonprofit delivering sight-saving programs in over 200 countries and territories worldwide so that individuals, families, and communities can thrive. Currently, around 1 billion people across the globe live with completely avoidable blindness and vision loss. For over four decades, Orbis has been tackling this challenge by building strong and sustainable eye care systems that leave a lasting legacy of vision. Orbis runs dedicated country programs in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and Latin America; develops and implements innovative training and technology, including an award-winning telemedicine and e-learning platform, Cybersight; and operates the world’s first and only Flying Eye Hospital, a fully accredited ophthalmic teaching hospital on board an MD-10 aircraft.
JOB SUMMARY
As a member of the Ghana Program Finance Team, the Finance Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Finance Manager in delivering efficient financial management, compliance, payroll coordination and human resource administration in line with organizational policies, donor requirements, and Ghanaian laws. This role contributes by absorbing high-volume operational work to ensure good internal‑control practice and enhance compliance.
LOCATION
Ghana
REPORTING & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports To: Finance Manager
- Works closely with Programs team
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS / KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Finance
- Assist in processing payment requests and maintain accurate documentation.
- Maintain a record of financial transactions as directed.
- Manage petty cash and mobile money payments.
- Coordinate post payroll activities (PAYE, PENSIONS, INSURANCES)
- Withold and pay taxes (Withholding tax).
- Support budgeting, reporting, and audits.
Human Resource
- Maintain staff records and HR files.
- Assist in administering staff benefits and insurance.
Procurement
- Coordinate procurement processes and activities
- Support maintenance of appropriate procurement documentation.
- Maintain vendor and contract records.
- Other finance and human resource functions as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- Professional pre or post qualification (ACCA, ICA, CIMA) will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge of basic Human Resource Management including Payroll and related statutory requirements
- 3–5 years financial management and NGO experience.
- Experience working with international organizations is an advantage.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Knowledge of Ghana tax and labour laws.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and accounting systems.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work with basic MS Office Suite apps with ease
ORBIS VALUES & COMPETENCIES
At Orbis, our values and competencies are central to how we work and grow, both as individuals and as a global organization. These expectations apply to all employees and help ensure that we are aligned in our mission and impact.
Our Values in Action: We are guided by five values: Accountability, Commitment, Innovation, Integrity, and Equity. These values reflect how we engage with our colleagues, partners, and the communities we serve. We expect everyone at Orbis to model these values in daily decisions and behaviors.
Our Competencies in Action: These describe the key skills and behaviors needed to succeed at Orbis. They are used in performance discussions and to support career development across roles.
Click here for a quick overview of our values and competencies
To learn more about Orbis, visit out About Us page https://www.orbis.org/en/about-us
