Founded in 1950, Doctors with Africa CUAMM was the first non-governmental organization focused on healthcare to be recognized by the Italian government. It is now the country’s leading organization working to protect and improve the wellbeing and health of vulnerable communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Working with international and local partner teams, CUAMM provides medical aid and expertise in seven African countries: Angola, Ethiopia, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda.
CANDIDATE ROLE
The Roving Finance Officer will be responsible of the management of the financial and administrative aspects of Doctors with Africa CUAMM projects. Based in Freetown, he/she will oversees the work of the local accountants in the field through weekly visits in the project locations. He/she will respond to the Country Administrator.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Degree in Business and Administration or related discipline
- At least 3 years work experience in financial management of international development projects.
- Knowledge of procurement for goods and services, HR and accounting procedures.
- Experience in coordinating other people and creating efficient teams of work.
- Willing to work in a multicultural team, adaptable and resilient to stress.
- Experience in planning, developing and supervising project proposals.
- Excellent knowledge of both written and spoken English. Knowledge of Italian language is considered an asset.
- Computer literacy (Office package) and knowledge of book-keeping software systems.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
- Monitor project expenditure and support project managers in planning and preparing periodic financial reports
- Prepare periodical report in line with donors procedures
- Managing bank account and cash related to the projects
- Keep proper and accurate records of all the financial transactions using Lotus book-keeping software
- Ensure that all the financial documentation is available on time and sent in order to CUAMM HQ
- Manage the administrative aspect of the projects (contracts of staff, payment of salaries, taxes, etc.)
- Collaborate with the logistics team to purchase materials and prepare contracts with suppliers and contractors following both Doctors with Africa CUAMM and donors’ procedures
- Collaborate with the logistics team in the management of the fleet vehicles
- Supervise and strengthen the local staff in the field
TERMS OF CONTRACT
Work station: Freetown with dedicated missions around the Country
Starting date: February 2017
Duration: 11 months
Salary: according to experience from 1,800 euros gross per month
Accommodation provided by Doctors with Africa CUAMM
One A/R ticket for the entire duration of the mission
30 working days of holidays per year Insurance expenditure covered by Doctors with Africa CUAMM
How to apply:
Send your CV and motivation letter at [email protected]
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that this position is for international staff only.
More Information
- Job City Sierra Leone
