Finance and Grants Assistant

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: FINANCE AND GRANTS ASSISTANT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Finance and Grants Assistant

Reports to: Finance and administrative Manager/ project manager
Duty Station: Area 25, Lilongwe, Malawi (with occasional field travel)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term, Project-Based (Renewable subject to performance and funding availability)

1. ORGANISATIONAL BACKGROUND

Agri-Impact Malawi (AIM), established in 2018, is a hybrid institution working to transform livelihoods by creating income opportunities through inclusive markets, trade, and financial access. We believe farming should go beyond survival to become a pathway to dignity, income, nutrition, and resilience for rural households in Malawi.

Our approach is market-driven and market-responsive, we start with demand and work backward to equip farmers with climate-resilient seeds, practical knowledge, and enabling systems that align with real market opportunities. By strengthening value chain participation and access to finance, we enable smallholder farmers to transition into productive, resilient, and market-oriented enterprises capable of sustaining long-term growth.

To strengthen financial management, grant compliance, and resource mobilization efforts, AIM seeks to recruit a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance and Grants Assistant.

To support its growing portfolio of projects and grants, AIM is seeking a qualified, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to join its team as a Finance and Grants Assistant.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will:

• Maintain accurate financial records and accounting documentation.

• Process payments, staff advances, reimbursements, and petty cash transactions.

• Support budget monitoring, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Maintain grant files and track donor reporting deadlines and compliance requirements.

• Support preparation of donor financial reports and grant documentation.

• Assist in proposal budgeting and resource mobilization efforts.

• Support audits and ensure compliance with organizational, donor, and statutory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Applicants should possess:

• A Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, grants management, or donor-funded projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and record-keeping skills.
• Experience working with NGOs, social enterprises, or development organizations will be an added advantage.

Required Competencies

• High integrity and accountability.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to transparency, compliance, and continuous learning.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), and contact details of three traceable referees to Apply Now with the subject line “Application for Finance and Grants Assistant”.

Application Deadline: 28th June 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Agri-Impact Malawi is an equal opportunity employer. Women and qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.