Job Vacancies at the German Leprosy and TB Relief Association (GLRA)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the finances of the country office according to GLRA guidelines and project budgets according to the funding guidelines/ donor regulations in collaboration with the Management Team and DAHW Headquarters
• Prepare budgets, budget controls, budget amendments and forecasts covering all lines of expenses for GLRA and donor funded projects
• Arrange for the planning and implementation of the external and internal auditing for GLRA and donor projects
• Secure the overall financial quality and integrity (including the prevention of corruption & fraud) of the GLRA programme in Nigeria
• Supervise and train a team of accountants arid ensure compliance with internal control processes, adherence to donor financial regulations and ensure that all expenses are within approved project budget lines
• Conduct profit and cost analyses
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and capacity building of the finance department
• Support and mentor state teams as well as other staff in financial management and reporting for effective operation of project activities
• Ensure appropriate and timely financial reporting
• Evaluate and discuss with the Management Team on cost-reducing solutions and investments
• Ensures timely preparation of payment vouchers and cheques.
• Checking of payment vouchers and retirement of advances to ensure completeness and correctness of documents
• Ensure daily posting of financial transactions in WINPACCS, QuickBooks and maintain financial records.
• Review procurements and purchases process to ensure compliance with GLRA policies and donor regulations before payment to vendors
• Ensure proper cash management including receipts and payments
• Monitor project expenditures and reports to ensure that programme funds are utilized appropriately
• Prepare financial reports as at when due (monthly, quarterly. etc.) and submit to headquarters and donors
• Review monthly staff payroll and seek approval for payment of staff salaries
• Oversee the remittance of staff pension to pension fund managers
• Ensure remittance of staff tax deduction to Federal and Stale Inland Revenue Boards.

Qualification & Experience

• B.Sc/ BA/ HND in Accounting, Finance or relevant field
• Either ICAN/ANAN/ACA/ACCA or CPA certification
• Proven work experience as Head of Finance, Director of Finance or similar role
• At least 5 years experience in grant management in a dynamic & multi-cultural international NGO setting with excellent accounting skills
• Knowledge of international donor rules and regulations as related to contracts and cooperative agreements is essential
• Hands-on experience with budgeting and risk management
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and accounting software
• Leadership abilities
• Strong organizational, analytical and decision making skill and attention to details

Additional Desirable Skills / Experience:

• Competence in modem training skits and/or ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Masters Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or other relevant field is a plus.

Remarks

• Candidates with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
• The post requires occasional travel in country.

Applicants should send their CV's and motivation Letters to: financeofficer0918@gmail.com

Note: Only Candidates under consideration will be contacted for interview and test.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to State Teams in medical and managerial aspects of Leprosy, Tuberculosis (TB) and Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTD5) control in accordance with National guidelines
• Participate in preparation of annual plan of action and budget of Leprosy, TB and NTDs Control Programme
• Participate in formulation of policies, regulation and technical guidelines related to Leprosy, TB and NTDs Control
• Participate in monitoring and evaluation of the Leprosy, TB and NTDs activities/Programme
• Participate in operational research, related to Leprosy, TB and NTDs Control
• Participate in organization of training at the central level and support training carried out at sub- national level
• Participate in preparation of quarterly, bi-annual and annual progress reports
• Participate in proposal writing in response to external calls for expression of interest
• Perform other related tasks as may be assigned by the Medical Coordinator or the Country Representative.

Qualification & Experience

• University Degree in Medicine
• Postgraduate Degree In Public Health or equivalent
• 5 years of practical experience in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating disease prevention and control activities
• Excellent knowledge of the strategies for prevention and control of Leprosy, TB, NTDs or communicable diseases
• Proven competence in modern training skills and/or ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship
• Good knowledge of strategies for prevention, treatment and care of HIV/AIDS
• Good knowledge and ability to use computer software for word processing, spreadsheets and basic epidemiological I statistical analysis
• Demonstrated abilities for teamwork.

Additional Desirable Experience:

• Experience in working with bilateral or multilateral organisations in the country.

Remarks

• The post requires extensive traveling for field-work
• Female candidates and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications and CV's to: medicaladviser0918@gmail.com

Note: Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview and test.