Seeking:
Accountant
Are you a Somali
speaking Accountant?
Do you want to
make a difference in Somalia?
Are you
committed to honesty and integrity?
USAID Transition
Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program
The Transition
Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and responds to
the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia and the self-declared Republic
of Somaliland.
The overall
program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community
cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with government officials.
TIS implements
quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals.
The TIS program
is currently seeking a skilled, diplomatic, effective, and highly motivated
Accountant.
As our
Accountant, you will manage all transactions related to the DAI TIS project.
You will ensure
that the outlined financial policies and procedures are implemented and
followed in the assigned area.
The Accountant
is responsible for providing complete and accurate field reports to the Home
Office for all field offices financial activities.
You will provide
support in other finance areas as necessary and maintain a positive working
relationship with the DAI Home Office staff.
Qualifications and skills sought
- University degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Financial Management or other appropriate field.
- CPA qualification required.
- Four years’ experience in financial accounting or bookkeeping.
- Experience working using Oracle as a financial management system preferred.
- Previous auditing experience highly sought.
- Previous experience working in Somalia or on Somalia programs highly sought.
- Knowledge of Somali and Kenyan tax laws.
- USAID experience a plus. In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform assigned and additional duties and work irregular hours under unpredictable conditions.
- Demonstrated expertise working on a Somalia program preferred.
- Ability to audit financial documentation.
- Ability to prepare financial reports.
- Knowledge of accounting software.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to manage a diverse range of professional relationships essential.
- Ability to travel to Somalia.
Do you have the above qualifications and
skills?
Please send
(1) a CV
(2) current
position and salary history and
(3) three
professional references to tisdairecruitment@gmail.com and copy tis@dai.com.
Closing date: Monday, June 23, 2014.
Please note only
short listed candidates will be contacted.
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subject for the position you are applying for.
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