VISION AND MISSION STATEMENT:
FH Association Rwanda (Food for the Hungry) is a Christian Relief and Development Organization. Motivated by Christ’s love, this position plays a key role in promoting the wholistic ministry of Food for the Hungry (FH) through the framework of the organization’s vision, “God called and we responded until physical and spiritual hungers ended worldwide.” In order to accomplish this vision, FH’s mission is to “walk with churches leaders and families in overcoming all forms of human poverty by living in healthy relationship with God and His creation.” In order to implement its programs and projects, FH Association Rwanda would like to recruit an
Accountant.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Accountant is based at FH Association Rwanda Headquarters in Kigali. The position holder, working under the supervision of the Finance Manager, will principally be responsible for tasks as laid down in the
Job
Description.
Duties will include the following areas:
(i) The main duty will revolve around ensuring smooth flow of activities in the Finance department including carrying out the day to day business such as cash and bank.
(ii) Assist in the implementation of the systems and controls that have been put in place with a view to strengthening the Internal Control System in the organization.
(iii) Ensure that financial policies and procedures are adhered to by the stakeholders.
(iv) Assist in Asset management including Fixed Assets, Cash and Advances.
(v) Assist in the provision of service to both internal (e.g. staff and Management) and external parties (suppliers, government, auditors).
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Christian commitment to serving the poor and in full agreement with FH’s Christian foundation and beliefs as expressed in our Vision, Mission and Values (VMV)
• Proven Experience & application knowledge of Sun Systems V5.3.1.3 Sun systems, Vision XL and Vision Executive on hand and fluent operation and interpretation level.
• Must have a proven knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and a practical knowledge of financial systems and internal controls.
• Must demonstrate compatibility to FH VMV with proven leadership skills, strong Christian values and able to work in a cross cultural setting.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills in English and French, team building skills, and ability to work in a cross-cultural environment with multi-national staff.
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop clear reports.
• Rwandan by nationality
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• Should have minimum of 3 years experience in a similar position with an International NGO
• Should have practical experience in using a wide range of accounting software including V5.3.1.3 Sun systems, Vision XL and Vision Executive on hand and fluent operation level.
• Must have a degree in Business Administration (Accounting) or Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from a recognized and certified institution or university.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates fulfilling the requirements can send a letter of application detailing HOW their experiences fulfill EACH requirement, resumes (CV), a notarized copy of degree, diploma or certificates, testimonials of rendered services from former employers, names, addresses and telephone numbers of 3 people for reference (from colleague, pastor or priest and former employer) to FH/RWANDA, P.O. Box 911 Kigali or Email: rwanda@fh.org.
You may also hand deliver your application at FH/Rwanda Office in Kigali located at Kacyiru, Mukeka Edward Apartments, Plot Number 1031, Kamatamu Cell, Kacyiru Sector, Gasabo District (same compound with WORLD RELIEF/RWANDA).
Please note:
– Applications are received from Friday November 18th, 2011 until Friday December 2nd 2011 at 5:00 pm
– Applications will not be returned.
– Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written test & interview.
