VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (VA02-2627)

FINANCE OFFICER (ODG-FO)

The Colombo Plan Staff College (CPSC) is an intergovernmental international organization for Human Resources Development. It aims to assist its 16 member countries in developing and enhancing their technical and vocational education systems.

The following are the main functions of CPSC:

  • Provide training programs of further professional education and training to persons responsible for the planning, development, administration, and supervision of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and persons in vital supporting roles;
  • Conduct conferences, symposia, and workshops on various aspects of TVET;
  • Manage customized programs for identified specific and immediate training, benchmarking, and consultancy needs of varied types of organizations;
  • Undertake research and development projects for knowledge sharing and benchmarking in TVET;
  • Assist member countries in developing their technical teacher education and training facilities;
  • Collect and disseminate information on technical education and training; and
  • Act as a facilitator of member countries in transforming the TVET framework by modifying the training and development strategies, program offerings, and research and development efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Finance Officer

The Finance Officer is responsible for managing all financial transactions of the Staff College.

Specific Duties
  • Prepare annual operating budget for review and approval of the Governing Board;
  • Monitor, review, and verify all requests for payments and program-related expenditures (e.g., Course Budget Breakdown (CBB), and certify fund availability against the allocated budget for approval of the Director General;
  • Monitor Member Country (MC) annual contribution remittances, submit MC contribution status report, and prepare official correspondence related to collection of member country contributions;
  • Prepare financial statements for midyear and annual reporting;
  • Prepare weekly cash position report to monitor bank balances and time deposits;
  • Record and analyze transactions for cash disbursements and receipts in the General Ledger System (GLS), Quick Financial System, and prepare bank reconciliations for each bank account;
  • Secure time deposits and other negotiable instruments (i.e., checkbooks and Certificates of Time Deposit)
  • Prepare balance sheets, income statement schedules, and trial balance for the conduct of financial audit.
  • Facilitate the conduct of external financial audit to ensure an up-to-date financial accounting system;
  • Review and ensure the completion of every liquidation of advances;
  • Facilitate monthly payroll disbursement for the staff, and the accurate and timely payment of required government contributions (SSS, PhilHealth, HDMF);
  • Provide analytical support and recommendations on key financial issues of the Staff College;
  • Serve as a member of the secretariat to the Governing Board;
  • Undertake other tasks and assignments as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and Experience

    Bachelor’s Degree in Business Accountancy and Finance, Economics, Management or any related fields, with at least least 3 - 5 years of relevant work experience in Finance Administration and Management; or Master’s Degree in Financial Management, Business and Accountancy, or any related fields.

Professional Eligibility

    Certified Public Accountant, with valid registration and certification

Technical Competencies

  • Superior mathematical and analytical skills
  • Knowledgeable in bank reconciliation processes
  • Proficient in Accounting Software (GLS, Quick Financial System, Enterprise Resource Planning )
  • Knowledgeable in various online banking transactions for the remittance of salary, compulsory government contributions, and inquiry of deposit accounts
  • Knowledgeable in financial audit processes and requirements
  • Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken
  • Proficient in computer applications and systems

Behavioral Competencies

  • High standards of ethics and confidentiality to handle sensitive information
  • Proven ability to prioritize workload and workflow
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Ability to exercise excellent decision-making skills, good judgment, and show initiative and be proactive
  • Detail-oriented
  • Excellent organizing skills
  • Ability to contribute to their team members’ development and effectiveness
  • Ability to work with very little or no supervision
  • Ability to handle stress, work well under pressure, and within tight deadlines

Remuneration and Benefits

    Starting Gross Monthly Salary of Php 45,984.75 (Basic Salary: Php 31,284.75 + Duty allowance: Php 10,500 + Cost of Living Allowance: Php 4,200.00); 13th Month pay; Government Mandated Benefits (SSS, HDMF, PhilHealth), HMO and Accident Insurance Coverage; Daily Meal Allowance, Vacation and Sick Leave, International and Local Travel Opportunities. Gross monthly salary will increase upon regularization.

Duration of Appointment

    One (1) year, with the possibility of a regular extension subject to satisfactory performance and mutual consent. There is an initial 6-month probationary period.

Application Process

Interested applicants may send their Expression of Interest (EOI), duly completed Application Form (click here), and Comprehensive Resume in PDF Format, via EMAIL to:

The Director General
(Subject: Application to VA02-2627 - Finance Officer- [your full name])

Colombo Plan Staff College for Technician Education
Building Block C, Department of Education Complex
Meralco Avenue, Pasig City 1600, Philippines
E-mail: [email protected], [email protected]

Word Icon Application Form (click here)

Deadline for Application
November 15, 2026

This position is for Philippine nationals or permanent residents of the Philippines only.
Applications received via Facebook and/or with incomplete application documents will not be considered.
Only Shortlisted applicants will be notified