Job Description:
The Finance Manager will be reporting to the Malaria Program Manager, Shall be responsible for monitoring program financial system, raising financing documents and ensuring that program billings are appropriately approved, coded and made on timely manner.
He/she will support preparation of the financial reports, monitor funds utilization trends, investigate variances, assist in keeping appropriate financial records and maintain an effective internal Quick book control system. Ensure compliance with Government and donor regulations, support malaria office in Pemba and sub recipients in accounting and reporting. Specifically, promote financial accountability and accuracy of financial reports

Qualifications and Experience ,
-Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or any finance related professional.
-Minimum of working experience – at least 3 years at Senior Management Level in a Corporate Organization.
-Experienced in working with multilateral donor funded project programme: will be an added value
-Computer literate with an ability to create and use computerized accounting packages specifically a Quick book and to generate reports
-Strong personal initiatives and self motivation with ability to work under pressure and flexible in demanding situations
-Experienced on collaborating with local and international NGOs and government authorities
-Good knowledge of English and Kiswahili both spoken and written.

Job Purpose. .
The purpose of this role is to establish and promote sound financial management and accounting practices as well as ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions
The job holder will facilitate strategic contribution in planning and development of program budgets and provides efficient financial administrative and IT support to Account Unit of the ZAMEP.

Duties and Responsibilities
-Prepare comprehensive financial and management information including cash flow, cash budget and statutory accounts timely
-Comply and/or ensure compliance with ZAMEP Financial manual
-Facilitate revision of the current ZAMEP financial Manual
-Ensure that the financial systems and procedures are sound and conform to general accounting principles
-Provide technical support to the accounting system and maintain the program books of accounts
-Provide technical support in preparation of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual financial reports on funds received by the Program for submission to the Government and Donors as per agreed schedules; for example Progress Update and Disbursement Report
-Support the preparation of annual work plans and budgets
-Provide technical support and guidance to sub recipients in accounting and reporting based on the funds utilization
-Liaise with both internal and external auditors to ensure smooth auditing processes.
-He/she will respond to internal and external audit queries as well as arranging external audit of sub recipients
-Ensure compliance with Government and Donor agencies guidelines in the management of financial transactions
-Any other duties as may be assigned by Program Manager.

To APPLY SEND THE LETTER TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS
PRINCIPAL SECRETARY,
MINISTRY OF HEALTH,
P.O. BOX 236,
ZANZIBAR,
DEADLINE 28 DECEMBER 2016