Finance-Intern

The Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh), with headquarters in Lausanne and an office in Zurich, is the leading Swiss child rights organisation with more than 2000 employees worldwide. We stand together with children to uphold their rights, protect their lives and improve their well-being. We achieve this through innovative programmes focused on health, migration and access to justice, specially designed to have a positive and sustainable impact.

Tdh has been working in Afghanistan since 1995 and carry out projects related to Child Protection, Mother and Child health and Livelihood Programs in Kabul, Balkh, Kunar and Nangarhar provinces

The Finance Intern will support the Finance Department in maintaining organized financial records, scanning and archiving finance documents, filing vouchers, and providing general administrative support to ensure efficient financial operations. This internship offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain practical experience in finance and accounting within a professional environment.

Main responsibilities:

• File and organize finance documents, vouchers, invoices, receipts, contracts, and supporting documentation.

• Scan finance documents and maintain electronic records in accordance with the Tdh's filing system.

• Ensure proper labeling, and archiving of both physical and electronic finance files.

• Assist in preparing finance files for internal and external audits.

• Support the finance team in organizing monthly financial documentation.

• Maintain confidentiality of financial information and organizational records.

• Assist in photocopying, printing, binding, and compiling financial documents when required.

• Support data entry and updating of finance records under supervision.

• Assist with document retrieval when requested by finance staff.

• Help maintain inventory of finance office stationery and filing materials.

• Perform other finance and administrative duties assigned by the Sr, Finance Manager.

Education :

Fresh graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (BBA) or a related field.

Experience / Skills :

• No prior work experience is required.

• Basic knowledge of accounting and finance principles.

• Good organizational and filing skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Basic computer skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Familiarity with scanning equipment and document management
  

Languages:

Good verbal and written English, in addition to excellent in Pashto and Dari

IT knowledge :

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Tdh General Code of Conduct and Ethical Policies :

• Commits to promoting and complying with the Global Code of Conduct, systematically reporting any violations of the Code through Tdh's formal reporting mechanisms and dealing with any violations of procedures and processes appropriately.

• Raises awareness of the Foundation of the risks of policy non-compliance, violence and abuse, and related rights, towards children, community members and our own employees.

• Undertakes to comply with key ethical policies and guidelines, including the Safeguarding Policy, the Anti-Fraud and Corruption Policy, the Conflict-of-Interest Policy and other policies related to the prevention of terrorist financing and criminal activities, as well as workplace behavior.

• Commits to putting values and principles into practice through exemplary behavior, in full compliance with the Code of Conduct, and always respecting established procedures and processes.

• Commits to developing a compliant and enlightened management culture within the organization and in our work with children and the communities in which we operate.

References :

Please note that all job offers will be subject to satisfactory references and checks (criminal record and anti-terrorism funding check). Terre des hommes will ask the Human Resources of previous organisations to provide references on any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment as well as fraud and corruption, during employment, or incidents under investigation at the time the candidate left employment.

Procedure:

Only complete applications (updated and accurate CV + covering letter) received through Tdh online application platform will be processed. It is essential that all information provided is complete, truthful and verifiable, as any discrepancies may affect your eligibility in the recruitment process.

Additional documents (diplomas, work certificates, etc.) will be requested at a later date. 

Please note that

• Only applications submitted through the online platform will be considered. Applications submitted by email, in person, or through other means will not be accepted.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process.

• Tdh upholds the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion, and maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward any harm, abuse, or exploitation of children or vulnerable adults by staff, representatives, or partners.

• Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Tdh values the diversity, perspectives and contributions each individual brings to the team.