A local Faith Based NGO Involved In Development, Advocacy & Humanitarian Work Is Looking For Interns

A local Faith Based NGO Involved In Development, Advocacy & Humanitarian Work Is Looking For Interns

A local faith-based Non-Governmental Organization involved in the development, advocacy and humanitarian work seeks to fill the following vacant position:

1. JOB TITLE: FINANCE STUDENT INTERN (ATTACHEE)
Placement: Bulawayo

Background

The organization conducts humanitarian and development interventions to address the various challenges in the country. The organization seeks to expand these programmes and develop new ones considering the developmental needs of the country.

Position objective

The objective of this internship is to give the student experience in the practical aspects of finance and accounting practices and procedures at the organization and beyond. The student intern will assist to provide program financial and administrative support in line with financial policies, procedures and contractual agreements with partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Review and ensure all acquittals have been verified and cleared with the finance department in a timely manner.
2. Data capturing in the pastel system and filing
3. Assist in the development of partners’ budgets
4. Support the programs team in verifying document accuracy and adequacy against budgets for submission of float requests and payments to the Projects Finance officer.
5. Provide program support by assisting them to cut down on expenses on budgets before a workshop/activity, and negotiating with service providers for discounts to ensure value for money.
6. Ensure that all procurement requests are properly documented, vouchers for payments and other supportive documents are submitted timeously for filing.
7. Conduct regular performance assessments and reviews of suppliers and service providers to ensure they are working within the organisation’s standards and objectives and delivering the services expected.
8. Review/monitor program activities to ascertain whether they are consistent with established objectives and whether they are being carried out as planned.
9. Evaluate the adequacy of the system of internal controls and recommend improvements

Educational Qualifications

 Studying towards a degree in Accounting, Banking or any related field. Competencies
 Positive attitude, good team player, flexible mind, comfortable working in a dynamic organization.
 Strong time-management skills and excellent ability to adhere to tight deadlines.
 Demonstrate ability to work proactively, independently, and in a small team.
 Well-organized and sound judgment.
 Fluency in English and excellent English drafting skills.
 Competency in office software including excel.

Application Requirements and Deadline:

Remuneration: Remuneration and other benefits will be disclosed and negotiated with selected candidates.
Start Date: Successful applicant is expected to start with immediate effect. Applications, clearly indicating the position being applied for, with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and scanned certificates should be sent via email recruitmentzw27@gmail.com
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The Organization does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Deadline for applications: 9 December 2022