Human Resources and Finance Officer (Intern) At Dominion Institute for Talent Management

Job Title: Human Resources and Finance Officer (Intern)
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Duration: 9 Months
Work Schedule: 3 Days Per Week
Reports To: Finance and HR Manager
Employment Type: Internship
Sector: Finance / Human Resources / NGO & Humanitarian
Application Deadline: 4th September 2026

Job Summary

The Human Resources and Finance Officer (Intern) will provide vital operational support to humanitarian and development programmes.

The role combines Finance & Accounting and Human Resources & Administration, helping to maintain strong financial compliance and effective staff management standards required by international donors, local partners and government agencies.

The intern will support financial operations, budgeting, documentation, recruitment, employee records, statutory compliance, payroll administration and general office operations.

Key Responsibilities

Finance and Accounting – 50%

• Prepare weekly budgets and cash forecasts.
• Process electronic transfers.
• Archive financial and administrative documents.
• Manage petty cash and cash inventory.
• Manage cash and bank transactions through electronic transfers and cheque issuance.
• Process payment of staff salaries and transport allowances.
• Conduct monthly Budget vs Actual (BVA) reviews with the three Finance Assistants and Programme Manager.
• Process staff per-diem payments for field assignments and official trips.
• Track and monitor budgets.
• Monitor payment due dates for contracts.
• Act as custodian of cheques and cash.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations.
• Manage cash and bank transactions.

Human Resources & Administration Support – 50%

• Maintain effective and up-to-date employee records.
• Train staff on human resources policies and procedures.
• Track staff performance appraisals.
• Conduct human resources audits in field offices.
• Open files for newly recruited staff and ensure proper documentation.
• Coordinate recruitment processes, including job advertising, CV screening, shortlisting and interviews.
• Ensure WHT and PAYE taxes are charged according to statutory requirements and remitted to the appropriate authorities.
• Participate in organizing seminars and induction sessions for new staff.
• Educate new staff on organizational HR and Finance policies.
• Ensure regular servicing of office equipment.
• Draft employment contract letters.
• Conduct reference checks for newly recruited staff.
• Coordinate monthly purchase and payment of utility bills, including water, internet, electricity and refuse.
• Ensure monthly signing of timesheets and payroll by key staff and volunteers.
• Liaise between the office and security personnel.
• Archive financial and administrative documents.
• Maintain the organization’s asset register.

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree or HND in:
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Business Management

Required Skills and Competencies

Software Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft Word tools.

Integrity and Confidentiality

• High level of integrity.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Communication

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Adaptability

• Eagerness to learn.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural and high-pressure humanitarian environments.

Internship Details

Duration: 9 Months
Work Schedule: 3 times per week
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Reports To: Finance and HR Manager

Stipend

This is an unpaid internship position.

However, the selected intern will receive a monthly stipend of:

₦50,000 per month

The intern is expected to work three times a week.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and Cover Letter to:

Dominion Institute for Talent Management

📧 info@dominionjob.com

Email Subject:
Application – Human Resources and Finance Officer (Intern)

Applicants should clearly indicate the position they are applying for in the subject line of the email.

Dominion Institute for Talent Management will receive and coordinate applications for this opportunity.

Application Deadline

4th September 2026

Applications should be submitted before the closing date.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.