SUMMARY
Cuso International is a development organization that works to reduce poverty and inequality through the efforts of highly skilled volunteers, collaborative partnerships and compassionate donors. In Tanzania, Cuso International support the country to attain Sustainable Economic Growth and improved Access to Quality Health Services. To this end, Tanzania Local Enterprise Development (T-LED) and Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) Project (VOICE) and Midwives Save Lives (MSL) Projects are being implemented in eight regions of Tanzania. Cuso International implements TLED and VOICE in partnership with Voluntary Services Overseas. Our main development funding partner is Global Affairs Canada.
Our primary intervention is through the provision of professional international, diaspora and national technical advisors, who work with local partners to deliver development programs. Our technical advisors are highly skilled volunteers, usually mid to late career professionals, who bring strong qualifications, years of post-qualification experience, commitment and new ideas to bear in their role as coaches and mentors. Cuso International volunteers will be based with key partner organizations including Tanzania Midwife Association (TAMA), Small Industry Development Organization (SIDO), Tanzania Women Chamber of Commerce (TWCC), Tanzania Chamber of Commerce Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) and Regional Health Management Teams (RHMTs).
The post holder will have the key role in providing a range of financial, logistic and administrative support for the effective implementation of the Cuso Program in Tanzania. The post holder will work with Country Office team and other field and HQ based staff to actively contribute to the strategic development of our finance, logistics and administrative functions, and effective utilization of resources.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Finance Management
- Ensure all financial matters relating to programs and administration for Cuso Tanzania are processed effectively and in a timely manner, and consistently with Cuso International financial policies and procedures
- Prepare monthly financial reports and submit to the HQ on a timely manner
- Review the accuracy of the financial reports from partner organizations before submitting to HQ
- Assist in annual and program budget development
- Ensure budget monitoring by controlling and verifying payments for all authorized expenditures
- Process, prepare and follow up of payments for all authorized expenditures and advance requests on a timely basis
- Process and record all Cuso Tanzania transactions (income and expenses) on a daily basis
- Diligently operate and maintain accurate records of petty cash operations
- Work with the Country Office to ensure that systems to facilitate administrative and financial work are as accurate, efficient and customer-focused as possible.
- Work with the Technology Innovation Grants Officer to ensure a good cash flow management system is maintained
- Prepare and process payroll payments and pay statutory obligations to the government on a timely basis
- Maintain an up to date record of the cash flow for the office and reconcile the bank accounts monthly
- Make sure the Cuso International is up to date with new compliance requirement and is communicated to the proper point person.
- Any other relevant task as designated by the Country Representative
Administration Support:
Provides a range of logistic and administrative support to Cuso Tanzania Office to ensure effective functioning of the office by:
- Travel and hotel bookings and expense reports for all staff, Cuso visitors and volunteers
- Meeting scheduling, agendas setting and writing of minutes
- Visitors agenda and logistics
- Preparation of correspondence
- Filing of project documents and information
- Prepares, manages and updates office asset inventory
- Provides support to Cuso Tanzania projects partners in relation to volunteer placements
- Supports in securing various permits for volunteers and visitors
- Handle the office procurement as per the Cuso Tanzania procurement policy
- Provides support to activities as assigned by line manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Technical Finance and Accounting Expertise – qualified Finance person – degree in Accounting or Finance
Experience
- At least 3 years’ experience in managing multi-Donor funds in the International development context
- Other basic Accounting principles, thorough knowledge of internal controls, budgeting, financial reporting and variance analysis
- Knowledge of good procurement procedures
- working with multiple foreign currencies
- Experience supporting project development and monitoring
- Administration experience, including project management
- Solid experience with Excel spreadsheets
- Solid experience with Microsoft Office and databases
Abilities
- Able to work independently, with minimal supervision
- Ability to identify issues and find solutions
Skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively manage a number of competing demands
- Positive and enthusiastic response to working in a dynamic environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate, persuade, coach, mobilize and develop positive relationships with others internally and externally.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong commitment to learning
Asset
Experience working with international NGOs and Government Agency requirements
How to apply:
If you think you have the qualifications for this job, we definitely would like to hear from you!
Expressions of interest should be sent no later than Sunday, October 29, 2017 to [email protected] quoting “2017-1012 Finance and Administration Support Officer, Tanzania” in the subject line. Your résumé and cover letter should demonstrate how you meet all the essential and any asset qualifications.
We appreciate your interest in our organization. Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
More Information
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