SNV Netherlands-Uganda
Job Title : Finance and Administration Officer (FAO)
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is working in over 33 developing countries across the world in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe.
Posted On:
Closing On: Friday, 20 January 2012
Category: < None >
Duration:
2 years
Job Description:
Are you interested in joining an international organisation with a long term commitment to sustainable development?
Would you like to work in a challenging environment and develop a career focused on demonstrating shared core values that achieve results?
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is looking for:
Finance and Administration Officer (FAO)
Based in Kampala (Ugandan nationals only)
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation is working in over 33 developing countries across the world in Africa, Asia, Latin America and Eastern Europe. The emphasis of our work is on poverty reduction and promotion of good governance through (1) increasing production, income and employment and (2) increasing access to basic services in the sectors of water, sanitation & hygiene, and renewable energy.
SNV started working in Uganda in 1989 and we have offices in Mbale, Fort Portal, Arua and Kampala.
The FAO reports to the Country Controller and is responsible for daily financial administration at project/ cost center level.
Major responsibilities
Prepare and check monthly, quarterly and annual financial accounts and forecasts;
Prepare and submit financial administration data/transactions of Cost centres /projects
Collect, review and analyse financial and administrative reports for projects and cost centres in line with set policies.
Handle payment of suppliers and staff members
Follow up on receipts and payments; reconcile bank balances and manage cost centres /projects liquidity levels;
Assist in financial management of externally financed projects; assist in handling internal and external audit issues/ follow-up.
Prepare monthly budget performance reports and ensure action points are closed
Fixed Asset register maintenance and management
Any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Preferred Skills: Candidate profile
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from a recognized institution.
Professional qualification in Accounting, Finance or related field is an asset.
Minimum of 5 years relevant work experience
Good planning and organising
Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Internet, Email)
Strong strategic and analytical skills;
Excellent communication skills in English
Client and team oriented atitude
Willingness to travel outside Kampala on a regular basis
Salary: SNV Uganda competitive scale
Contract type: Local (Ugandan nationals only)
Closing date of applications: 20th January, 2012
How to apply?
Candidates should apply by sending:
i) a cover letter;
ii) an updated Curriculum Vitae, including
iii) names and contact details of three professional referees Applications should be addressed to:
Human Resources Office,
SNV Netherlands Development Organisation,
P.O. Box 8339, Kampala, Uganda
Applications should be sent before 5.00 pm on 20th January, 2012 quoting reference UG 3825.
For more information on SNV, please refer to our website:www.snvworld.org
We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.
