Job Description

About SNV

SNV is a global development partner, deeply rooted in the countries where we operate. Driven by a vision of a better world where all people live with dignity and have equitable opportunities to thrive sustainably, SNV strengthens capacities and catalyses partnerships that transform agri-food, energy, and water systems. We help strengthen institutions and effective governance, reduce gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enable adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises. With 60 years of experience and a team of approximately 1,600 people, we support our partners in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia, tailoring our approaches to different contexts to achieve large-scale impact and create more equitable lives for all.

Project Background

The Dutch government, through its Directorate General for International Cooperation (DGIS), has funded a ten-year “Soil Values” programme (2024-2033) in Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria and Mali. The project is implemented by IFDC (lead of consortium), SNV, and Wageningen University, together with several leading knowledge partners ( https://ifdc.org/projects/soil-values/). Soil Values project aims to support the large-scale adoption of proven soil health technologies and approaches, ensuring social inclusion, that improve soil fertility on 2.0 million hectares of arable land for 1.5 million smallholder food producers in 40 watersheds.

The programme seeks to sustainably improve soil health to boost agricultural productivity and resilience, particularly for smallholder farmers in the Sahel, including marginalised groups. It focuses on three main areas: promoting agroecology, developing inclusive markets and finance, and fostering supportive institutional environments. SNV is responsible for integrating community and landscape approaches, combining local knowledge with nature-based and external solutions to improve soil fertility and water conservation through participatory, community-driven watershed management.

SNV in Nigeria is currently seeking applicants for a full-time position as Project Finance Officer on its Soil Value Project.

The Project Finance Officer (PFO) who will be responsible for the overall finance coordination of the programme across the four countries. S/he works under direct supervision of the Country Finance Manager for Nigeria. The PFO will work closely with the Country Finance Officers, and the SNV’s Country Finance Managers, in the other three (3) countries in SNV’s domain of intervention in the programme.

The Project Finance Officer (PFO) will also connect to SNV global concerning the operational systems (SAP By Design) as well as the invoicing of SNV-back stoppers and centrally recruited consultants.

The Project Finance Officer (PFO) shall coordinate, manage the financial and administrative activities of the programme putting into consideration the requirements of the consortium (organised around the consortium Governance Agreement, the sub-agreement IFDC-SNV and the DGIS grant decision).

Both regulation of the programme as well as SNV’s organisational policy and procedures should be followed. S/he orients the activities and deliverables of the finance and administration teams of SNV back offices in the four (4) countries in order to be on top of finance and administrative compliance and budget monitoring.

S/he anticipates deadlines of SNV internal planning and reporting (Monthly, PRR, Yearly) and external reporting to IFDC. S/he advises the Multi Country Project Manager on all finance, administrative and contractual issues that arise in the implementation of programme.

It is planned that the Project Finance Officer (PFO) will be based in Abuja, with regular travel to the other countries of the project.

Financial Management

• Maintain strong programme financial management system in line with SNV financial policies, donor rules (IFDC/DGIS) and local government regulations in all countries.
• Coordinate the implementation of SNV-Soil Values finance and administrative manual instructions in all SNV countries of Soil Values, and if needed propose improvements.
• Maintain adequate internal control system for programme resources.
• Ensure timely financial process, adequate financial records, and complete disclosure of financial transaction to meet reporting requirement of IFDC.
• Provide all needed information to SNV-auditors, IFDC-auditors and eventually DGIS- auditors under supervision of the Chief Component Lead/MC Programme Manager.
• Advise timely and pro-actively the Chief Component Lead/MC Programme Manager on all financial issues related to the programme.
• Ensures all necessary financial accounting activities and checks are executed accurately, completely and timely (incl. tax requirements, intercompany reconciliation) and the complete and correct allocation of costs and time.

Budget Management, planning and reporting

• Prepare multi-annual and annual budgets in collaboration with the countries.
• Consolidate timely and, as per Project Management Team instruction, monthly and quarterly country finance reports for submission to IFDC after approval of the MC Project Manager.
• Monitor monthly the gross contribution of the programme for SNV and propose actions to improve performance if needed.
• Advise timely and pro-actively the MC Project Manager on all budget management issues related to the programme.

Sub-grant & consultancy contract Management

• Monitor & control all Sub-grants and consultancy contracts that are proposed.
• Monitor the timely payments of these sub-grants and consultancy contracts.
• Maintain a tracking sheet to monitor, inform and ask for action of MC Project Manager in case of issues that needs his/her attention.
• Provide training and coaching to SNV staff on sub-grant and contract management.
• Advise timely and pro-actively the MC Project Manager on all the sub-grant and consultancy contracts issues related to the programme.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field
• At least seven years of experience in financial administration, accounting or similar role
• Experience in financial administration, accounting or similar role in large donor-funded projects or multi-country programmes in I(NGO) or private sector setting with an annual Budget of more than 1M Euro.
• Proven experience in planning, monitoring, evaluation, reporting and financial management of a programme.
• Ability to travel in a context of insecurity.
• Excellent intercultural leadership, teamwork, coaching, communication, networking and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Advanced Excel and Accounting Software, preferably SAP.
• Written and Oral fluency in both English and in French, will be an advantage.

Additional Information

• Type of contract: Full time on national contract
• Initial contract duration: 2 years with possibility of extension
• Location: Abuja, Nigeria, with regular travel to other countries, Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali, where project is being implemented
• Expected start date: July 1, 2026

Working at SNV

At SNV we challenge and inspire and offer continuous growth. We offer meaningful opportunities to shape the future, expand your skills, and collaborate with a vibrant, global network of experts. At SNV your contribution matter, and your development is our priority.

We are home to 57 cultures working in 22 countries, with about 95% of our team members holding the nationality of the respective countries we work in. We promote (international) career development. Our workforce consists of a mix of both people with longstanding tenure, willing to share their institutional knowledge, as well as people with external backgrounds and experience. All with an inquisitive view and united in ‘ ONE SNV’ working towards our purpose.

Together, we are committed to the effective and efficient stewardship of resources and maximising positive, lasting impacts. Our ability to deliver results rests on our robust foundation of experience, technical knowledge, evidence and learning; our commitment to strengthening capacities and catalysing partnerships; and the relationships and trust of those we work alongside.

At SNV, inclusivity is at the heart of our ethos. We celebrate the diversity of our workforce and uphold a policy of non-discrimination based on factors such as disability status, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and more.

Application and Selection Process

How to apply

If you meet the key requirements and feel inspired by this opportunity, we warmly welcome your application. Please submit your CV and motivation letter by June 4, 2026 via Smart Recruiters.

To ensure a focused and respectful recruitment process, we kindly ask that you apply only if you meet the essential qualifications and are available to work in the specified location

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Reference and vetting check

At SNV, our belief in the CARE principles — Commitment to impact, Adaptive to Context, Respecting Difference and Expertise in Practice — shapes how we work with each other and every interaction we have with our colleagues, partners, and the communities we serve. These values guide how we welcome new team members, ensuring our workplace remains a place of trust, safety, and dignity for all.

As part of our commitment to a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace, we carry out reference and background checks for all determined positions, with particular attention to safeguarding. You will be invited to provide the contact details of [two] referees, and we will only approach them once you have given your permission. We handle this process with care, empathy, and strict confidentiality, using the information solely for purposes related to your application and the role you have applied for.

SNV is committed to safeguarding and to protecting children and adults from all forms of harm, with zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or any other form of misconduct. As part of creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment, all staff, consultants, and partners are expected to uphold SNV’s safeguarding, child protection, ethical standards, and CARE principles. In line with these commitments — and as a participant in the Inter‑Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS) — SNV will request a Statement of Conduct from your previous employer(s), covering any substantiated findings of misconduct, to ensure a recruitment process that safeguards and protect the communities we serve.