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Finance and Administration Officer |
Zambia Interfaith Networking Group (ZINGO) |
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Posted 2019-06-10 01:01:12
The Zambia Interfaith Networking Group (ZINGO) was
established in 1997 to coordinate, network, mobilize resources and build
competencies among ZINGO members for a holistic and compassionate approach to
responding to the impact of HIV and AIDS and other related development issues.
ZINGO consists of the four major Christian umbrella faith bodies in Zambia
(namely the Council of Churches in Zambia (CCZ), the Evangelical Fellowship of
Zambia (EFZ), the Independent Churches of Zambia (ICOZ) and the Zambia
Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB)), the Islamic Supreme Council of Zambia,
the Baha’i and Hindu Association of Zambia.
Position Title: Finance and Administration Officer
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Lusaka
Job
Summary:
The Finance and Administration Officer will oversee
and review ZINGO financial reports. S/he will be a resource for Secretariat
staff and project staff in financial management. The Finance Officer will
prepare monthly cash flow requests, financial reports and ensure proper
documentation. S/he will ensure the Secretariat is cost-effective, efficient
and accountable. The Finance Officer will Report to the Finance &
Administration Manager.
Primary
Responsibilities and Duties:
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Prepare financial reports in line with
ZINGO policies and procedures
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Prepare budgets, track expenditure and
perform variance analyses
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Ensure effective grants and financial
management
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Ensure compliance with relevant donor
rules, regulations and internal controls
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Post financial transactions into the
accounting system
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Prepare for audits and/or financial
reviews
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Provide checks and balances of financial
transactions
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Prepare cash flow forecasts and ensure
effective cash flow management
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Oversee the preparation of payments to
vendors and other service providers
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Payroll preparation and ensure timely
payment of statutory obligations
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Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and
track bank transactions
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Ensure proper asset and inventory
management in line with laid down procedures
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Reconcile activity advances and ensure
adequate backup documentation
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Provide administrative and logistical
support to staff for efficient programmes implementation
Desired
Qualifications:
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Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in
Accounting/Finance or equivalent from a recognized institution
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Professional qualification such as ACCA/
ZICA/CIMA will be an added advantage
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Experience with Pastel Accounting
system desired
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Valid ZICA membership registration
·
Outstanding interpersonal skills and eager
to work in an interfaith network organization
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A minimum of seven (5) years’ experience
in financial management.
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Experience with international donors
preferred including experience with USAID funded projects.
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Ability to juggle multiple tasks and
willingness to take initiative.
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Ability to communicate effectively in
English, both verbally and in writing.
·
Exceptional computer skills, particularly
in Microsoft Office
Send your written application via email. Your
application should consist of a cover letter and a detailed CV, including full
addresses and contact telephone numbers. Please indicate the position you are
applying for in your cover letter and also give names, addresses and contact
telephone numbers of three referees.
Please send email applications, with the position you
are applying for in the subject line, to: admin.zingo@gmail.com
Closing Date: 12th June 2019