Internships
If you’re a young Zimbabwean looking for work experience here are some opportunities for you …
Finance Assistant Intern: Progressio Zimbabwe
Deadline: 12 January 2012
Full time twelve-month placement, based in Harare
Job Purpose: The Finance Assistant will assist the operationalisation of proper finance and administration procedures that are in line with organizational guidelines and internationally recognized standards of accountability in the country office and between Progressio and its partners. The Finance Assistant will also support in managing the Country Office and project budgets and ensuring compliance with finance related donor requirements.
Job responsibilities include
-Assisting in ensuring proper financial admin procedures in the Country Office
-Assisting in providing support to the Finance and Administration Officer in budget preparation and budget management
-Assist in ensuring that Progressio Zimbabwe complies with all financial requirements of donors on all grant funded projects
-Participating in purchasing for goods and services and processing of payments in line with procedures
Person specifications
-Currently studying for a degree or holder of a first degree in accountancy
-Computer literate, especially working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (or equivalent spreadsheet applications) and ability to learn other software packages
-Excellent command of written and spoken English
-Highly adaptable and a fast learner
All those interested are to send through their application letters and detailed CVs to sandra [at] progressio [dot] org [dot] zw
Interviews: Week of 15 January 2012 (in Harare)
Programme Assistant Intern: Progressio Zimbabwe
Deadline: 12 January 2012
Full time twelve-month placement, based in Harare
Job purpose : The Programme Assistant will assist in ensuring the smooth functioning of the Country Office and its programme processes, facilitating smooth interaction with the organisation’s stakeholders and managing Progressio Zimbabwe’s communications activities.
Job responsibilities include
-Assist in providing support to Country programme development and management processes
-Assist in maintaining programme management information and communication systems in the Country Office
-Assist in ensuring that the Country office runs smoothly
Person specifications
-Currently studying for a degree or holder of a first degree in social sciences
-Knowledge of SPSS a must
-Excellent command of written and spoken English
-Highly adaptable and a fast learner
All those interested are to send through their application letters and detailed CVs to sandra [at] progressio [dot] org [dot] zw
Interviews: Week of 15 January 2012 (in Harare)
Intern: Finance
Deadline: 13 January 2012
A Church based organisation in Harare is seeking the services of an Intern for a period of 12 months commencing January 2012. The position is only available to students undergoing degree programmes in related fields.
Job purpose: Strengthens the operations of the Finance Unit to deliver its mandate in the most effective and efficient manner at Diocesan and National levels.
Academic qualifications: Studying towards a University degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, Audit or related fields.
Work Experience
At least one year experience in Finance, Accounting, Audit or Business Administration in a Church or NGO field.
Ability to prepare analytical financial and management reports.
Having worked with donor funded programmes.
Required Competencies
Analytical skills, ability to link faith and justice
Communication skills – writing, presentation and facilitation
Creativity in programme design and management
Ability to combine office and field work
Ability to work in a team and also provide leadership at own level
Self supervision
Commitment to the Christian values of the organisation on and off work.
Essential job results
Student currently enrolled for a degree programme in Accounting, Finance or Business Studies
Experience in cashbook and bank reconciliation preparation
Excellent skills in Microsoft Office package (Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel, Access)
Knowledge in Pastel Accounting Software will be an added advantage
Ability to work under pressure and meet cut-off dates or deadlines.
Duties
Assisting in financial reporting processes.
Assisting in field audit visits.
Assist in administrative record keeping.
Any other assigned duties.
Application procedure
All interested interns candidates who meet the requirements listed above are to send in their applications enclosing the following:
Motivation Letter
Candidate’s Curriculum Vitae
Certified copies of current educational and any professional certificates
Details and contact numbers of two referees
Dates of availability to commence work if offered position
Letter of recommendation from your university, stating that you are currently enrolled and your expected date of graduation.
The full remuneration package and other conditions of service will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates only. Due to the large numbers of applications communication will only be made to shortlisted candidates. Applications should be sent to: ahr54 [at] ymail [dot] com