CPAR- Uganda -- Vacancy

CPAR- Uganda, an International organization operating in northern Ugandan, is looking for a suitable Ugandan to fill the following position in its Gulu programme: Finance/Administrative Assistant Major duties include: (a) Assist in the overall administration of the programme. (b) Maintain the primary books of account for all project expenses for the purpose of financial control and management. (c) Prepare project accounting and financial reports and ensure that: - financial transactions are correctly reported - financial and internal control systems are effective and are adhered to all the time. - that budgetary control systems are effective and that disbursements do not exceed approved allocations; - financial reports and periodic expenditure forecasts are in accordance with planned activities. (d) Provide financial advisory services to the project staff and management. (e) Co-ordinate with the Program Manager and the Directors on all personnel and administrative matters. (f) Maintain an inventory of project equipment. (g) Attend to routine administrative and other project activities as directed. (h) Ensure cost-effective management of the base camps and resource centres. Qualifications: 1. A degree or a Uganda Diploma in Accounting or professional (ACCA Certificate stage, CPA Part II) qualification from a recognised college/university. 2. At least 3 years experience doing similar work (experience with an NGO would be an added advantage). 3. Good communication skills in English (understanding and speaking Luo would be an added advantage). 4. Good knowledge in the use of computers with emphasis in spreadsheets (eg. EXCEL) All applications should be submitted to the undersigned not later than 14th December, 2001. Enclose a CV and day-time telephone contact for you and two referees. Shortlisted candidates shall be contacted by phone before 19 December, 2001. The Country Director, P.O. Box 7504, Kampala.