About Seed
Seed Global Health (Seed) envisions a world in which a robust health workforce strengthens every country to best meet the health needs of its population. We partner and invest deeply in the health workforce and health systems in Malawi, Sierra Leone, Uganda, and Zambia. We educate and train health workers across a variety of cadres and specialties, strengthen the quality of care in our partner health facilities, and improve the national and global policy environments to support health workers.
Our approach is context-driven and country-led. We partner deeply with students, faculty, clinical providers, health institutions, and national and global policymakers across three core, interrelated pillars of education, practice & policy to drive results and impact.
For more information, please visit www.seedglobalhealth.org.
Our vision is a just, equitable, and healthy world.
Our mission is to expand access to quality care and improve health outcomes for all.
Our living values are:
Integrity & Accountability (Doing the right thing and doing it right)
- At Seed, we prioritize integrity and accountability in all actions. Integrity involves making ethical choices based on respect and a commitment to continuous learning. Accountability ensures these choices are implemented justly. We foster trust and mutual respect through meaningful dialogue and advocacy.
Authenticity & Open Communication (Open Minds, Open Doors)
- At Seed, we value diverse voices and perspectives. We communicate with humility and honesty, navigating differences to find common ground. Authenticity allows us to show our true selves in a safe environment, fostering innovation and progress through open communication.
Humanity & Respect (Putting people at the heart of everything we do)
- At Seed, we adopt a human-centered approach, prioritizing the well-being and development of every individual and family. We lead with care and compassion, constantly asking, “What would this mean for the people we work with?” This people-centered mindset is central to our mission.
Position Summary
The Finance and Administration Officer contributes his/her energy, passion, and skills primarily to supporting Seed’s Zambia country program in a fast-paced office environment during a period of rapid growth. This is a full-time position that reports to the Finance Manager and works closely with all country program team members.
This is a national position. Application window is open until 20th August 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities
Finance
- Manage accounts for payable processes, including purchase requisitions, payment requests, vendor payments, approval of workflows, and payment communications in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Maintain accurate financial records and accounting data by processing transactions in Sparkrock, managing supporting documentation, and ensuring compliance with bookkeeping and record-retention requirements.
- Administer petty cash, staff advances, and other financial transactions,
- Perform reconciliations of bank accounts and key balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of outstanding items.
- Support cash flow management, month-end and year-end close processes, financial reporting, budgeting activities, statutory compliance, and audit requirements.
- Manage the reconciliation and retirement of travel advances, ensuring timely accountability and accurate recording in the financial system.
Administration
- Maintain the fixed asset register and support procurement administration activities, including asset tagging and verification, maintenance of procurement documentation, vendor records, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Provide logistical and administrative support for training, workshops, meetings, and other organizational events, including venue arrangements, participant coordination, travel logistics, and procurement of required supplies and services.
- Maintain effective filing systems and safeguard financial, procurement, and administrative records in accordance with Seed’s and regulatory requirements.
- Perform any other finance and administrative duties assigned by the supervisor.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
- A bachelor’s degree in finance/accounting discipline, progress towards a professional accounting qualification (ZICA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
- Member with the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA)in good standing
- Minimum of two (2) years' progressive experience in finance and administration, preferably within an NGO or donor-funded environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and experience using ERP/accounting systems such as Navision or Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, or similar platforms.
- Sound understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), financial controls, statutory compliance requirements, and financial management practices within an NGO or donor-funded environment.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to confidentiality and data protection.
- Strong time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions
- Full time schedule (40 hours per week)
- On-site based out of the Zambia country office in Lusaka.
- Travel may be required during partner engagements and team meetings.
Why join us
- We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including universal health, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, professional development support, floating holidays, and even a day off for your birthday.
- You’ll also have the opportunity to do meaningful work in a supportive culture surrounded by great people.
- We aim to attract, motivate, and retain high-performing people who are as committed to their growth as they are to our mission.
- We aim to be a leader in equitable compensation and benefits practices among INGOs in the countries we serve.
- Our benefits ensure equitable access to healthcare for all full-time staff and their immediate families.
- We are committed to fostering an environment where staff can grow and thrive through meaningful work, supportive leadership, and clear, sustainable expectations.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Seed Global Health is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, including without limitation on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
