Senior Finance Officer
DT Global
Remote
Local Staff Position. National Applicants Only
Program Background
EduKAiT is the main platform for the Australian Government’s support to the Kiribati Education sector, specifically the Government of Kiribati and Ministry of Education (MoE), as it implements its Education Sector Strategic Plan (ESSP 2024-27).
The program will be implemented in two five-year phases over 10 years. Phase 1 is until 15 October 2028 and includes an emphasis on Literacy and Language for School Years 1-3, gender equality and disability equity, and increased English proficiency for School Years 7–9, and address the high Year 9 dropout rate for boys.
About DT Global Asia Pacific
At DT Global Asia Pacific, we aim to positively impact people’s lives through delivery excellence. As a leading implementing partner across Asia and the Pacific, we co-create locally led solutions in partnership with governments, communities, and stakeholders. We bring together talented teams and deep regional expertise to deliver initiatives that promote inclusive economic growth, essential services, and resilient, secure communities. With over 1,500 staff, experts in 22+ countries and more than 60 years of development experience, we tackle complex community, national and transnational challenges — from governance and justice systems to climate resilience, infrastructure and social equity — with innovative thinking and a commitment to long-term impact.
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The Role
The Senior Finance Officer will assist the Finance Manager and the Operations Manager with all financial aspects of the Program and will:
- Do all postings to the MYOB main Accounts;
- Take lead in reconciling balance sheet for KPF & tax payments and assist Finance Manager reconcile balance sheet for advance fund requests;
- Ensure timely processing of payments with all required supporting documentation and approvals as outlined in the Finance Manual.
- Assist in maintaining the financial management information system and follow procedures that lead to the effective disbursement, acquittal and reporting of all EduKAiT program funds.
- Facilitate the efficient and accurate disbursement of program expenditure and related acquittals.
- Assist with preparation of financial reports, including reconciliations that may be required by DFAT or DT Global for the management of the Program.
- Support the development of monthly financial reports for DT Global and DFAT in the agreed formats and timelines.
- Respond to any internal or external audit recommendations that aim to improve EduKAiT financial processes and controls.
- Provide other support to the program as required, and as delegated by the EduKAiT Finance Manager.
- Assist with other office tasks as assigned by the Team Leader.
About You
We seek submissions from people that:
- Show initiative and self-reliance.
- Can perform their work with minimal supervision.
- Have a high level of written and spoken English.
- Have good computer skills, including in Microsoft Word, Excel and communications.
- Are accountable for the delivery of their assigned tasks.
- Pay attention to detail and communicate well.
- Can work out how best to complete their assigned tasks, ask questions when required and keep supervisors updated on progress.
- Are punctual, honest and are committed to doing quality work.
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Please submit
- Your CV
- A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
Should this role be of interest, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Kindly note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
People with lived experience of the regions in which DT Global operates are strongly encouraged to apply. DT Global welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds including First Nations peoples, diverse Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression, and Sex Characteristics (SOGIESC), and people with disabilities.
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