Mar 27, 2013

Vacancy:Finance and Administration Officer




Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals to fill the above position that has arisen within Basilwizi Trust. Basilwizi is a registered NGO working for a sustainable people driven socio-economic development in the Zambezi valley. This is a one year contract with a prospect of renewal based on resource availability and individual performance.
The purpose of the position is to develop, oversee and monitor finance and administration functions for Basilwizi.
Main Duties
-    Develop, implement and monitor financial management systems and budgets
-    Oversee all financial and administration functions of Basilwizi Trust
-    Prepare finance and administration reports to donor partners as well as the board
-    Monitor and provide support on budgetary control to programs staff
-    Develop sound administrative procedures
-    Ensure compliance to the set procedures and policies for Basilwizi Trust
-    Lead in human resources recruitment, management and mentoring
-    Participate in strategic planning in key areas of Basilwizi work
-    Develop, implement and monitor systems that safe guard Basilwizi assets
-    Manage staff directly under supervision using set tools
-    Develop new tools to enhance Basilwizi systems to comply with internationally accepted standards
-    Liaise with the board treasurer as well as auditors in efficient management of Basilwizi resources.
Qualifications and Experience
The successful applicant is expected to have:
-    A minimum of a first degree in Accounting from a reputable institution
-    Full CIS or ACCA in the absence of a first degree
-    Membership of an accounting body is a distinct advantage
-    A higher qualification would be an added advantage
-    Appreciation of Human resources practices
-    At least two years experience in a similar position with an NGO environment
-    Appreciation of community development and donor procedures a must have;
Personal attributes
-    Team player and leader
-    Outgoing
-    Good communication skills
-    Presentable
-    Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
Remuneration and related benefits will be shared only with short listed applicants.
Applications, with a detailed CV and certified copies of certificates must reach Basilwizi Trust  Director, 14 Edward Rd, Khumalo, Bulawayo or The Director, P.O. Box 3720, Bulawayo or scanned and sent to: info@basilwizi.co.zw  no later than the 29th of March 2013.
Application deadline: Deadline: 29 March 2013
Only short listed applicants will be contacted for interviews