Finance and Administration Officer

About the Organization

VIA Foundation is a recently founded financial intermediary organization dedicated to supporting the acceleration and scale-up of ecosystem restoration efforts across member countries of the African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative (AFR100). The mission of VIA Foundation is to provide innovative financial solutions and strategic support to restoration champions—the local organizations that mobilize communities to revitalize degraded land.

As a trusted intermediary, VIA Foundation intends to mobilize resources, foster partnerships, and drive the implementation of sustainable landscape restoration projects. Its goal is to enhance ecosystem resilience, empower local communities, and contribute to global climate goals. With the support of a newly appointed board and executive management team, VIA Foundation aims to create a legacy of restored landscapes that thrive both ecologically and economically, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

Position Overview

As VIA Foundation's Finance and Administration Officer, you will prepare and analyze accounting records and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and compliance with VIA and donor-specific reporting and procedural standards and requirements. You will ensure VIA-related payments are processed on time and transactions are properly recorded and posted in the accounting system.

You will report to the Senior Manager, Finance and Operations and work closely with staff at VIA Foundation's partner and Guardian, WRI Africa, to ensure successful program operations and grant management.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting (60%)

• Prepare accounting records and financial reports
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial documentation
• Verify compliance with VIA and donor-specific standards
• Process and record transactions in the accounting system
• Ensure timely processing of VIA-related payments

Location and Work Requirements

This position requires regular in-person work in Kigali, Rwanda with staff at VIA Foundation and its core partner WRI Africa. Existing work authorization for Rwanda is required for this position. VIA Foundation cannot sponsor a work visa.