Eco Afrique recrute 01 Project & Finance Officer

About the Role

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project & Finance Officer to join our team in Thiès.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the financial accuracy, transparency, and efficiency of our work in Senegal. You’ll also provide vital administrative and project support to keep our operations running smoothly.

Your work will help farmer organisations grow stronger, achieve better results, and contribute to lasting local prosperity.

Your Main Responsibilities

Finance & Administration

• Collect, verify, and record financial transactions (invoices, bank statements, payroll, expense reports).
• Prepare payments and keep the fixed assets register up to date.
• Assist with monthly and annual closings and support financial audits.
• Ensure financial compliance with Agriterra’s finance manual and accounting principles.
• Maintain reliable timesheet and expense administration and support intercompany transactions.

Budgeting & Planning

• Support the annual budgeting cycle.
• Help consolidate country-level and project financial reports.

Reconciliation & Reporting

• Reconcile bank, cash, and intercompany accounts.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies together with the finance team.
• Provide accurate financial and project reports to support monitoring and decision-making.

Project & Office Support

• Prepare and coordinate logistics for trainings, events, and visits, ensuring smooth travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Draft and manage supplier and consultancy contracts, and follow up on payments.
• Support office management, procurement, and reporting to local authorities.
• Collaborate closely with the regional operations team on HR, IT, and other operational tasks.

What You Bring

• A college-level degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in project finance and administration.
• Excellent computer skills (accounting software, MS Office).
• Fluency in French and English; an additional local language is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• A team player with a proactive attitude – accurate, reliable, and service-oriented.