Finance Officer, Young Lives

The Young Lives team has registered an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Officer to join the team. Based at the Oxford Department of International Development (ODID) the post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day financial management and administration of the Young Lives study, in accordance with University financial controls and donor compliance. The successful candidate will have achieved or be working towards an accounting qualification. They will have excellent numeracy skills, thoroughness and attention to detail, resulting in the ability to produce accurate, detailed work. They will also have strong diplomacy and team skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of colleagues and funders. The ability to present financial information in a variety of formats and for non-accountants is essential to this role. This post is part-time/flexible (suggested 0.6 FTE, depending on appointee’s availability) and fixed-term until 31 March 2025. At ODID we embrace and cherish our differences, and endeavour to be considerate and welcoming of all. You are most welcome at ODID, without the need to hide any part of who you are. We acknowledge societal inequalities and how these affect us, and those around us, personally and professionally. We hold an Athena Swan bronze award in recognition of our efforts to introduce organisational and cultural changes which promote equality, cherish diversity and create a better working environment for all. We are also taking active steps to promote race equality and reduce the risk of bias and discrimination. We work together to enrich, fortify and grow our community and dedicate our combined efforts to teaching and research to increase our impact and influence in development debates at the national and global level. We encourage all eligible candidates to apply for our vacancies and join us in pursuing our goals. Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement as part of your online application. Only applications received before 12 midday on Wednesday 29th March 2023 can be considered.