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14/06/2016
14/06/2016
CBM is an international
Christian development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life
of persons with disabilities in the poorest countries of the world. CBM works
with partner organisations to support persons with disabilities to access
affordable and comprehensive health care and rehabilitation programmes, quality
education programs and livelihood opportunities.
Christian development organisation, committed to improving the quality of life
of persons with disabilities in the poorest countries of the world. CBM works
with partner organisations to support persons with disabilities to access
affordable and comprehensive health care and rehabilitation programmes, quality
education programs and livelihood opportunities.
CBM is a child
safe organisation.
safe organisation.
JOB ADVERTISEMENT
Job
Designation: Finance and Administration
Officer (FAO)
Designation: Finance and Administration
Officer (FAO)
Location: CBM
Rwanda Country Office/Kigali-Rwanda
Rwanda Country Office/Kigali-Rwanda
I. Purpose:
The Finance and Administration Officer will be
responsible for the Finance and Administration of CBM Rwanda Country Office. He
will be also responsible for financial monitoring of CBM supported
programmes/projects in Great Lakes Region.
responsible for the Finance and Administration of CBM Rwanda Country Office. He
will be also responsible for financial monitoring of CBM supported
programmes/projects in Great Lakes Region.
II. Reporting:
The
incumbent will report to the Country Representative.
incumbent will report to the Country Representative.
III. Mandated Aims:
- Assist in the
budget preparation process.
- Provide
financial advice and support to Country Office Staff, Partners and
Projects.
- Developing
financial management mechanisms that minimize financial risk of CBM funds.
- Providing
timely and accurate financial information.
- Ensuring
general administration of the Country Office.
IV.Core
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
financial Operations & Reporting
- Ensure that all
financial transactions are properly documented and filed in a
chronological manner in-line with the approved budget(s).
- Ensure that all
financial data is properly entered in the accounting system using the
correct budget codes.
- Ensuring cash
and bank reconciliations are performed on a monthly basis and submitted to
the Country Representative for approval.
- Prepare and submit
regular financial reports of the Country Office to the Country
Representative.
- Liaising with
both internal and external auditors to ensure ad-hoc and annual audit
processes for both the Country Office and partner projects run smoothly.
- Ensure proper
procurement procedures are maintained at all times.
treasury management
- Forecasting the
financial needs of the Country Office and all such project funds held at
the Country Office.
- Analyzing and
monitoring of CO operational costs and advising the Country Representative
on prudent cash flow management practices.
- Ensure that
call-ups for the Country Office are submitted on a timely basis.
Office Administration
- Manage and
supervise administrative functions.
- Manage and
supervise administrative support staff including the Logistics-Finance & Administration
Assistant.
- Responsible for
the procurement of office supplies and services.
- Ensure a proper
workplace environment.
- Maintain
updated and well organized staff files.
- Maintain and
keep on track staff work contracts, job descriptions, KPOs, performance
appraisals and annual leaves.
- Provide advice
to the Country Representative on HR matters.
- Ensure staff
salaries, PAYE (TPR), pension, and medical insurance are paid in time.
- Minute taking
for staff meetings and other meetings as required.
- Act as the main
point of contact for visitors.
Partner capacity building
- Provide support
and advisory to partners in administrative and financial management.
- Provide support
and advisory to partners in budget implementation.
- Conduct
financial monitoring visits to CBM funded programmes/projects.
- Analyze
financial and audit reports from CBM funded programmes/projects.
- Participate in
partner assessments.
- Participate in
developing projects concept notes and MYPs.
V.
Qualifications and Experience:
Qualifications and Experience:
- University
degree in Management, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or any
other relevant field.
- A professional
qualification in accounting (CPA, ACCA, and CIMA) is an advantage.
- At least three
(3) years experience in a similar position within a reputable development
organization.
VI.Competencies and
Skills:
Skills:
- Basic Project
Cycle Management knowledge.
- Knowledge and
experience in accounting software (QuickBooks is a definite advantage) and
Microsoft packages such as Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
- Basic skills in
training partners in practical financial management.
- Effective
interpersonal and communication skills.
- Quality results
oriented.
- Ability to work
under pressure within strict deadlines and prioritize tasks efficiently.
- High degree
independency from close supervision.
- Reflects CBM
values in daily work.
- Ability and
willingness to travel to remote areas, mainly within East Africa Region.
- Excellent
written and spoken English and French.
How To Apply
Candidates with the required profile are invited to submit,
via e-mail, a cover letter mentioning salary
expectations and availability, CV
with three professional references to: info.rwanda@cbm.org
via e-mail, a cover letter mentioning salary
expectations and availability, CV
with three professional references to: info.rwanda@cbm.org
CBM encourages persons with disabilities to apply for
this position.
this position.
Application deadline: Tuesday, 14th June 2016.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Eugenie Mukantagwera
Country Representative
