UZ-UCSF Collaborative Research Programme on behalf of The International Training and
Education Center for Health (I-TECH) is seeking for suitably trained and qualified applicants
to fill the position of Finance Officer in Harare.
I-TECH is collaboration between the University of Washington and the University of
California, San Francisco and is a center in the University of Washington’s Department of
Global Health with offices throughout Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean.
Qualifications and experience
- Bachelors Degree in Accounting or ACCA or equivalent
- At least 5 years experience of which two years must be in the Not For Profit
environment
- Good knowledge and experience with Accounting Software such as SAGE ERP 1000
accounting system
- Demonstrated skills in budgeting, contract management, implementing financial policies
and procedures and compiling management reports for decision making
- Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, decision-making, organizational and
communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a demanding environment
- Demonstrated ability to work both collaboratively and independently
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, and close attention to detail
- Computer skills including SAGE, MS Office packages, and related applications
- Experience working with the Government of Zimbabwe, USG funded programs, CDC and
related NGOs
- Good command of English, both oral and written, is required
Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for:
- Working with the I-TECH Country Director and her team in the compilation and
preparation of annual budgets and related budget justifications working closely with the
Senior Grant Analyst
- Preparing monthly invoices and other documentation for reimbursements and required
trackers according to set timelines
- Drafting, implementing and monitoring of all financial policies and procedures in full
compliance with all laws and regulations affecting day to day activities of UZ-UCSF/I-
TECH
- Providing timely financial reports for reviewing before they are sent to I-TECH Head
Office
- Effecting e-banking transactions and follow up on documentation sent to the bank for
payments and reviewing all payment computations for accuracy, completeness, correct
classification and validity
- Addressing all I-TECH’s financial administration and clerical needs and working closely
with the UZ-UCSF Admin team for all the relevant sections.
To apply
Interested candidates should forward four (4) copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae with
a covering letter, certified copies of academic and professional certificates to the below
mentioned address.
The Human Resources & Logistics Manager
UZ-UCSF Collaborative Research Programme
15 Phillips Avenue
Belgravia
Harare
Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Canvassing candidates will be disqualified.
Application deadline: 11 December 2013
