JOB AT ICAP Rwanda : Finance & Administration Director : ( Deadline : 12 June 2019 )

JOB AT ICAP Rwanda : Finance & Administration Director : ( Deadline : 12 June 2019 )

ICAP at Columbia University is an international non-profit organization that aims to ensure the wellness of families and communities by strengthening health systems around the world. In partnership with the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ICAP will conduct a Population-based HIV Impact Assessments (PHIA) to estimate the population-level impact of the national HIV prevention, care and treatment programs in Rwanda.

In addition to providing important programmatic information to the MoH and relevant stakeholders, this assessment of the national HIV program is of great value to HIV researchers and public health experts around the world.

More details on ICAP’s PHIA Project may be found at: http://icap.columbia.edu/news-events/detail/icap-to-lead-large-population-based-hiv-surveys-in-20-african-countries

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Finance & Administration Director – Rwanda PHIA, ICAP Rwanda

REPORTS TO: Country Director – Rwanda PHIA, ICAP Rwanda

LOCATION: Kigali, Rwanda

POSITION SUMMARY

The Finance and Administration Director will oversee the overall financial and administrative operations of, as well as office management duties, for ICAP activities in Rwanda, including the CDC–funded project Conduct of National (Population-Based) HIV/AIDS Impact Survey in Rwanda. Under the supervision of the Project Director (PD), the Finance and Administration Director will be responsible for ensuring that financial management, personnel, administrative, and contractual operations systems are conducted according to ICAP regulations, standard operating procedures, and good business practices.

This position is grant funded.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

Establish and oversee all office functions, including negotiating office lease, procuring office furniture, equipment and vehicles, and hiring/managing admin and finance staff.
Oversee all project-specific financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.
Prepare accurate project budgets; track expenses; oversee payroll, benefits, and reimbursements; ensure that required project financial controls and cost performance monitoring mechanisms are in place and adhered to; prevent over-expenditure of budgets; ensure proper safeguards of funds; and ensure compliance with established U.S. Government and ICAP financial and accounting procedures.
Apply detailed financial reporting and project cost reimbursement process in accordance with established financial system.
In collaboration with the PD, manage all local sub-awards and ensure sub-awardees’ compliance and reporting.
Provide guidance and support for contract development and management.
Record and document all financial transactions into an approved ICAP Field Expense Accounting System and submit timely monthly reports.
Maintain current standing with all mandated tax and registrations, including submission of payments and required reports.
Oversee local procurements and execute all approved payments for local vendors, contractors, and consultants for goods and services received, in accordance with the laws and regulations of CDC, as well as with ICAP and USG regulations.
Assist in the preparation and management of project budgets and pipeline expenditures.
Maintain inventories and controls over project office fixed assets (e.g. computer equipment).
Manage timesheets for staff, ensuring timely submission, approval, accuracy, and filing.
Prepare country activity travel advances and process travel claims, and work with country program staff to resolve accounting related issues.
Maintain an effective office country filing system.
Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s Degree in finance and accounting, certified public accountant or equivalent

REQUISITE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

At least seven years of experience in a senior administrative position with advanced bookkeeping responsibilities.
Demonstrated experience managing PEPFAR, or other donor-financed projects.
Strong familiarity and command of USG regulations and compliance, as well as supervisory and management skills.
Computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications and Quickbooks.
Experience developing and interpreting standard financial reports (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) and creation of Journal entries preferred.
English fluency required, including speaking, writing, understanding, and reading, and the ability to conduct business.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

No frequent travel or trips required.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please send an application letter and CV by email with the subject title “ICAP Rwanda – POSITION TITLE” to icap-jobs-rwanda@cumc.columbia.edu

Please do not submit certificates online. The closing date for receiving applications is Wednesday, 12th June 2019. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.