Community Support Initiatives - Tanzania (COSITA)

JOB OPPORTUNITY

1. Background

Community Support Initiatives – Tanzania (abbreviated as COSITA) is a local non – profit making organization located in Babati Township. It informally started its work since January 2010 and was officially registered under NGO Act, 2002 in December 2010 with the objective to improve the livelihood of poor, marginalized and vulnerable communities in Tanzania Mainland. Due to the scarcity of funds and human resources, the CSO currently operates in Babati, Mbulu and Hanang districts.

2. Post advertised and job title: COSITA is an equal opportunity employer; we are looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and motivated young woman / man to fill to vacant position in our organization titled COSITA Organization Accountant
3. Post location: COSITA head office in Babati district – Manyara region
4. Roles and responsibilities of an Accountant

• Shall be the main adviser of the organization in all matters related to finance.
• Shall prepare and compile monthly, semi annual and annual financial reports.
• Shall administer all payments related to organizational projects.
• Shall keep all organization’s financial records.
• Shall facilitate preparation of monthly bank reconciliations.
• Shall prepare all individual project financial reports
• Shall make sure that all financial ethics are adhered.
• • 5. Qualifications:
  • Holder of bachelor degree in accountancy from any recognized institution.
  • Working experience of at least two years.
  • She/he MUST be competent with computerized accounting packages especially quick book – (this is a prerequisite).
  • Must be literate in other computer applications.
  • Be a team player and indicate a high level of accountability and integrity.
  • An experience of working with a donor funded program/project will be an added advantage.

6. Reporting mechanism

The Accountant shall directly report to the Executive Director who will be responsible in supervising his/her duties, responsibilities and performance. However, in addition to the responsibilities stipulated in this advert other additional duties may be born in any condition provided are for the benefit of COSITA.

The interested applicants may submit their applications including CVs, academic certificates and other testimonials to the undersigned before 20^th October 2014 through hand delivery or postal address or email address indicated below.

Executive Director - COSITA,

P.O. BOX 558, BABATI

Nyunguu Street

CWT building

Email: cositango@gmail.com

NOTE:

• Women are highly encouraged to apply
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.