Finance Intern _Norwegian Church Aid (NCA), Ethiopia

Company Overview

Norwegian Church Aid (NCA) is an international non-profit organization mandated to work with people around the world to eradicate poverty and injustice. Guided by its vision of ‘Together for a Just World’, NCA provides humanitarian assistance and supports long-term development. NCA is affiliated with the World Council of Churches and is a member of the ACT Alliance, with a presence in 31 countries worldwide.

In Ethiopia, NCA has been operating since 1974, marking 50 years of service in the country this year. NCA’s programs are implemented together with local faith-based partners. NCA is a member of various civil society networks, coordination mechanisms, and clusters in Ethiopia. In its current strategic period (2025-2029), NCA Ethiopia implements programs focused on Climate Resilient Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (CRWASH); Climate and Environment Stewardship/Economic Development and Food Security; Peacebuilding; Gender-Based Violence/Sexual/ Reproductive Health; and Humanitarian Emergency Response.

Position: Finance Intern
Duty Station: Addis Ababa
Reporting To: Head of Finance & Accounts
Number of Positions: 1
Internship Duration: Three months, with the possibility of a three-month extension subject to funding availability.
Compensation: As per NCA’s scheme.

Key Learning Areas and Responsibilities

• Understand the flow and control of core finance documents, including receipt, completeness checks, scanning, referencing, filing, and retrieval.
• Apply basic accounting knowledge to recognize common vouchers and supporting documents.
• Develop an understanding of debit and credit concepts in relation to documented transactions.
• Use NCA’s document-management arrangements, including PIMS where applicable, to organize and retrieve finance records.
• Support the filing of bank advice, payment confirmations, and related finance documents.
• Assist with stamping, referencing, and arranging processed finance documents under the guidance of Finance staff.
• Identify and report missing or incomplete documents during scanning and filing.
• Develop professional practices in confidentiality, accuracy, communication, time management, and responsible information handling.
• Gain introductory exposure to audit readiness, donor documentation expectations, and internal-control practices within an INGO environment.

NCA has an Internship Program, offering on-the-job learning to qualified young graduates.

Education

• Recent graduate (2025/2026) with a degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum CGPA of 3.5.
• Must have successfully passed the exit examination.

Technical Skills

• Basic to good knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of operating photocopying and scanning equipment is an advantage.

Language Requirements

• Good written and spoken English proficiency.
• Knowledge of additional local languages is an advantage.

Required Competencies

• Strong interest in learning finance administration within a humanitarian and development organization.
• Accuracy and good organizational skills.
• Willingness to follow instructions, learn, and ask questions when necessary.
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Good communication and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

Additional Advantages

• Knowledge of Ethiopian accounting, taxation, or financial documentation requirements.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and document-management systems.
• Exposure to donor-funded projects.

Equal Opportunity

• NCA is an equal-opportunity organization. Female applicants are highly encouraged to apply.