Careers at Camara
| Job Ref | FinDir |
| Job Title | Finance Director |
| Job Type | Contract - Fixed Term |
| Location | Kampala, Uganda |
| Salary | Not disclosed |
| Description | |
VMM is a faith based organisation who recruit, train, place and support volunteers on two year placements with Partner Organisations in Africa and Asia. VMM works with people and communities regardless of religion, politics or social status. For more information go to www.vmm.ie Please note due to funding restrictions only EU passport holders can be considered for the Camara Long-Term volunteer programme. As part of the recruitment process Camara require candidates to attend interviews and training weeks/weekends in Dublin and other parts of Ireland. Candidates will be required to cover the cost of their own travel and accommodation. Finance Director Applications are invited for the position of Finance Director. This appointment will be made on a 2 year renewable contract basis. The main purpose of this position is to get financial systems set up and Hub personnel trained. Reporting to: Camara Finance Director, Dublin and Head of Camara Africa. Location: Kampala, Uganda Main Duties and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall financial management of the Camara African hubs to ensure that they are operating efficiently and effectively within the resources available. This will entail putting in place systems and procedures The role includes the provision of accurate financial and statistical information to the executive team and the board for each hub where Camara has a presence in Africa. The critical purpose of this role is to ensure that through advice, information analysis and support all budgets are managed and reported on within agreed budgets. · Develop Hub financial and MIS systems · Assist CEO's with their budgets · Develop audit practice · Manage Camara Africa HQ accounts · Research and understand in-country tax laws/work permits/insurance Person Specification: Essential * A recognised professional accounting qualification, with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a challenging Financial Management role. * Strong academic record with a history of continuous professional development. * Possess sufficient technical and administrative skills to effectively carry out the specified tasks of the role. * Excellent budgeting and cost management skills in a multicultural environment and advantage * Strong commercial and strategic acumen with a proven ability to work effectively as part of a multicultural team * Strong attention to detail and excellent analytical skills a must. * Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. * High level of computer literacy and working knowledge of financial and budgetary modelling systems is a must. * Confident and energetic individual with experience working in a dynamic, diverse & demanding environment essential * Ability to work on own initiative and make decisive decisions. Desirable Previous experience working with an international NGO |
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