Notice of International Recruitment - Head of Division Accounting and Finance

NOTICE OF INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT

Position - Head of Division Accounting and Finance

1. Introduction
The West African Power Pool (WAPP) is a specialized institution of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) that aims to integrate national power systems into a unified regional electricity market to ensure a reliable and cost-competitive supply of energy to West African citizens.

The headquarters of the WAPP Secretariat is based in Abomey-Calavi, Republic of Benin.

The WAPP Secretariat, as part of the achievement of its mission, intends to recruit a Head of Division Accounting and Finance.

2. Job Summary
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Director, Administration and Finance, the incumbent shall coordinate finance management of the institution and complex projects.

3. Qualifications, experience and skills of the Profile

3.1. Academic & Professional Qualifications Required

The candidate shall have the following minimum academic and professional qualifications:

Basic Education: University degree WAEC+5 in Accounting and Finance.

Years of professional experience: Minimum ten (10) years of progressive work experience in the field of budget formulation, financial monitoring, accounting and financial reporting; including five (5) years of management experience in finance and budget operations; Experience in large companies and organizations or international firms is an asset.

3.2 Skills & AbilitiesRequired

The skills and abilities required for this position are summarized as follows:

1. Demonstrated practical knowledge of relevant financial accounting principles and concepts to perform tasks in accordance with the generally accepted Accounting Principles and Standards of relevance to public sector and international organizations;
2. Mastery of the SYCEBNL framework;
3. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; accounting best practices, WAPP financial policies (e.g. revenue, accounts payable) would be an advantage
4. Knowledge of financial and budgetary principles and practices, budget development and financial administration of resources.
5. Working knowledge of IFRS accounting standards is an asset.
6. Excellent analytical, communication, leadership and strategic planning skills
7. Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, OneDrive and PowerPoint), email and Internet, as well as enterprise resource planning (ERP) applications and online banking.
8. Fluency in English or French with a good working knowledge of the other language.
9. Knowledge of another ECOWAS working language will be an advantage.

The detailed job profile is available for download here.

4. Additional Information

4.1. Eligibility requirements

1. Applicants must be nationals of ECOWAS Member States.
2. External candidates should not be over 50 years old at the application submission deadline, 5th April 2026.

4.2 Remuneration

The position is classified at Grade P5 of the WAPP Salary Grid. The level of the position depends on the qualifications, professional experience and remuneration of the incumbent. The WAPP offers competitive remuneration conditions comparable to those in force in sub-regional/international organizations of similar status.

5. Equal Opprtunities

1. WAPP is an equal opportunity employer that offers equal chances to men and women
2. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

6. Submission of applications

Applications should comprise:

1. A signed Application/Cover letter.
2. A signed CV following the WAPP CV format, available for download here.
3. Copies of academic qualifications, work attestations and/or work certificates
4. Copy of national ID card or passport

• Interested and eligible candidates who meet the minimum qualification for the position must send their applications to the following secure email address: recruitment@ecowapp.org
• All applications must be submitted online in pdf format. Paper applications will not be accepted.
• Applications received after the required submission deadline will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

The application email should clearly bear the mention “Application for the HOD Accounting and Finance position” in the subject line of the message and on the cover letter.

Closing date for this position is 5th April 2026 included at 10:00am, Cotonou local time (GMT+1).