Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian non-governmental organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.
We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Child protection is key in all that we do.
Working in Zambia since 1996, Plan International Zambia’s development and capacity building programmes focus primarily on Education, Health, Water and Sanitation, Economic Security and Youth Empowerment, including Child Protection and Participation. Plan International Zambia has programme units in; Central, Luapula, and Eastern Provinces including in Lusaka, where the Country Office is located.
We are looking for an experienced, innovative, motivated, self-starter individual to fill the following vacancy:
Country Accountant – Country Office (1)
Position Description
Job Purpose:
The position is responsible for general accounting at the Country Office, and supporting the Programme Units (PUs) to ensure correct accounting of transaction. S/he will also facilitate the generation of financial and management information, and reports as required internally including externally.
The position reports to the Country Finance Manager.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing the accounting role within the organisation
- Timely preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports and year end schedules
- Assist in developing and managing Country Office and Programme Unit budgets
- Budgetary control and analysis
- Treasury management and cash flow forecasting
- Establish and maintain internal controls and ensure system procedures are adhered to
- Payroll maintenance in accordance with legal requirements.
- Undertaking periodic field visits and assisting in conducting trainings and project monitoring
Individual Specifications include:
- 3-5 years experience in a similar role.
- A degree in accounting plus full professional accounting qualification such as ACCA/CIMA.
- In-depth knowledge of financial systems, budgeting, financial management, and reporting.
- Well versed in computerised accounting applications and spread sheets.
- Experience in an NGO environment will be an added advantage
For full details on the job profile please send an email, clearly stating the job title of interest to jobszambia@plan-international.org. Kindly note that only candidates who meet the above specifications and competencies should apply enclosing their CVs, and photocopies of their academic qualifications. Day time telephone and/or mobile contacts should be clearly indicated. Applications should reach the undersigned not later than Friday 23rd September 2016. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Country Human Resource Manager
Plan International Zambia
Plot 87A, Kabulonga
P/B 518X Ridgeway
Kabulonga
LUSAKA
Plan International provides equal employment opportunities to qualified and experienced women and men.
