MIRACLE CORNERS TANZANIA
JOB DESCRIPTION: FINANCE &
ADMINISTRATION OFFICER
GENERAL ROLE DESCRIPTION
Miracle Corners Tanzania (MCT) is a locally
registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) with a vision for greater levels
of education, improved oral health, dental services and increased economic
security in Tanzania.
The organization operates community centers in Arusha and
Songea which provide subsidized vocational training programs accredited by
VETA, in the hope of equipping youths with the skills needed to attain a stable
source of income. MCT is a partner organization of Miracle Corner of the World
(MCW), a New York based non-profit Organization with a mission to address
communities' pressing needs by empowering current leaders and readying leaders
of tomorrow. More
information can be found on http://mcwglobal.org/
MCT is seeking
to recruit Operations Officer to be based in Dar es Salaam Office. The Officer
will work closely with the MCT Country Manager to oversee the day-to-day
activities of the organization, specifically to ensure adherence to financial
and administrative procedures, accurate filing and organizational systems are
in place and compliance with donor and government requirements. This position
is full time, fixed term (1 year) and will report to the MCT Country Manager.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administration:
·
Finance:
· ➤Ensure monthly time sheets are submitted to the
MCW Chief Operating Officer to allow timely payroll processing;
· ➤Oversee timely payments of monthly expenses
(electricity, utilities, etc.);
· ➤Review payment requests and prepare checks for
approval by the Country Manager, ensuring that supporting documents are
sufficiently provided to make payments;
· ➤Maintain a ledger of financial transactions at
the Centre including revenue and expenses;
· ➤Collect and issue receipts for all transactions
at the Centre;
· ➤Collect any revenue generated from community
centre programs pursuant to set finance policies;
· ➤Manage petty Cash;
· ➤Provide weekly and monthly reports to the
Country Manager;
· ➤Work closely with the Country Manager to ensure
MCT is complying with local regulations and organizational policies, as well as
creating, updating and maintaining key operational procedures;
· ➤Perform any other related duties as assigned.
Other responsibilities:
· ➤Provide logistical support visiting staff,
partners and donors in country on certain occasions.
Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative of the professional
qualifications, knowledge, skills, experience and/or abilities required to
successfully perform this job:
·
Bachelor`s degree in Accounting, Finance or
other Professional equivalent qualifications.
·
3-5 Years working experience in accounting and
book keeping.
·
Excellent knowledge of keeping payments order
books as well as cheque books
·
Excellent knowledge in verifying and preparing
cheques and payments vouchers
·
Excellent knowledge in preparing financial
reports.
·
Excellent knowledge in keeping all accounting
documents in a safe and orderly manner.
·
Performing all accounting functions in
accordance with international accounting standards, procedures and policies.
·
Should have excellent interpersonal skills,
communication skills; problem solving skills, teamwork skills, analytical
skills and multi-tasking skills.
·
Must be proficient with English and Swahili languages
in both spoken and written.
·
Excellent knowledge in setting up and using
Quickbooks
·
Experience working with local government and
regulatory authorities in Tanzania;
·
Ability to gather, evaluate and present
information effectively to employees, management and a Board of Directors and
make actionable recommendations; strong written and oral presentation skills;
·
Ability to think conceptually and deal
decisively with practical matters in a proactive manner that reduces financial
risk to the organization;
·
Proven ability and willingness to work
independently, prioritize and hold oneself accountable;
·
Strong mastery of Google Drive and Microsoft
Office, particularly Word and Excel;
Compensation:
Compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Mode of application
All
interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to mctanzania@mcwglobal.org, enclosing
the following:
1. Letter
of interest;
2. CV/Resume;
and
3. References.
Applications should be
addressed to the Senior Country Manager. Closing date is 23rd November
2018.
Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.