*02 FINANCE ASSISTANTS FOR AN INTERNATIONAL PROJECT AT SAFECARE Project -Cameroon*

Shwari Health Cameroon is a locally registered organization with a vision to ensure the provision of quality, effective and innovative evidence-based solutions to address health systems challenges within the health sector in Cameroon and beyond with a special focus to children and adolescents. To achieve this, Shwari Health Cameroon uses proven community strategies to identify HIV infected children and adolescents, refer them to health facilities for initiation on treatment, support and accompany them through treatment to ensure they remain in care and achieve viral suppression. Our mission is to be one of the most sought-after implementations science associations in Cameroon that uses evidence-based strategies to effectively cover the ‘Know-Do’ gaps in the provision of health services. We aim to achieve this through the application of modern evidence generation and synthesis methods to understand operational contexts so as to devise strategies that could make the implementation efforts more effective and efficient.

SHWARI Health Association, in partnership with Georgetown University’s Center for Global Health Practice and Impact (CGHPI), the Government of the Republic of Cameroon’s Regional Technical Groups (RTGs), will be implementing a project titled SAFECARE-Cameroon, which is a 5-year CDC/PEPFAR-Funded project. SAFECARE-Cameroon’s goal is to develop, implement, and sustain comprehensive facility and community-based HIV services for children, adolescents, and adults in Cameroon in PEPFAR supported regions of the country and support the country to fast track its progress to achieve HIV epidemic control. As a result, SHWARI Health Association Cameroon (SHAC) is recruiting for the following program implementation positions. All prospective candidates must be fluent in French and working knowledge of English. These positions will be based in Yaoundé or Bertoua.

SHAC Office Positions

Position:        Finance Assistant, SAFECARE Project -Cameroon
Reports to:        Finance Manager
Location of work:    Yaoundé or Bertoua, Cameroon
Number of positions:        02
Position Overview:    This position performs a variety of general accounting support tasks in within the program’s finance unit.  S/he will also be responsible for recording business transactions, entering daily data into the general ledger system, ensuring files are complete and maintained as needed, and directly assists other accounting personnel.  The accounting clerk will also assist and collaborate with the Finance Manager and Accountant on financial matters and ensure accuracy of all financial reporting.  In addition, the position holder will generally be responsible for compliance oversight of the awards.

Essential Functions
•    Perform accounting and clerical functions to support supervisors.
•    Research, track, and resolve accounting problems, and investigate questionable data.
•    Compile and sort invoices and checks.
•    Verify the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents or records.
•    Update and maintain accounting journals, ledgers and other records detailing financial business transactions (e.g., disbursements, expense vouchers, receipts, accounts payable).

•    Ensure daily posting of transaction into accounting software.
•    Process travel and activities advances to staff and ensuring advance reconciliation in a timely manner and processing expense reports;
•    Ensure appropriate and accurate filling (physical and electronical) of all the financial documents and vouchers generated within finance department.
•    Ensure financial procedures are correctly followed in incurring expenses in line with organization approval processes.
•    Prepare all relevant voucher and payment documents and ensure appropriate signature are in place before incurring expense.

•    Accomplish other tasks as requested by the Finance Manager, Country Program Director, and various headquarters staff

Qualifications and Experience
•    Basic Degree in accounting (ACCA or CPA will be an added advantage) with a minimum of one-year post qualification experience (working experience with International Organization will be an added advantage)
•    Must be computer literate with an experience in at least an Accounting Package; knowledge of QuickBooks accounting package will be an added advantage

•    Excellent knowledge of other computer software, MS Office and Excel especially
•    Comprehensive knowledge of accounting procedures and principles
•    Must demonstrate a good understanding of Cameroon business environment
•    Must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
•    Must be flexible and be able to work independently and as part of a team
•    Must demonstrate attention to detail and ability to multi-task
•    Must demonstrate ethical behavior when dealing with sensitive financial information
•    Must demonstrate high level of accuracy and efficiency
•    Ability to communicate in French fluently; ability to communicate in English will be an added advantage but not mandatory
•    Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Work Environment
SHWARI Health Association Cameroon (SHAC) /Context / Required competencies
Core values
•    Commitment: Actively contributes to achieving organizational goals
•    Diversity: Respects others and values their diverse perspectives and contributions

•    Integrity: Acts in a manner consistent with the Organization’s core values and organizational principles
•    Accountability: Takes responsibility for own action and delegated work
Core competencies
•    Communication: Actively works to achieve clear and transparent communication with colleagues and with stakeholders of the Organization
•    Collaboration: Works effectively with others on common goals and fosters a positive, trust-based working environment
•    Planning: Works towards the achievement of goals in a structured and measured manner

•    Analysis and decision-making: Analyses available information, draws well-founded conclusions and takes appropriate decisions
•    Initiative-taking: Proposes and initiates new ideas, activities and projects
•    Flexibility: Responds positively and effectively to changing circumstances
Managerial competencies (for positions with managerial responsibilities)
•    Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, builds trust and creates an enabling environment
•    Strategic thinking: Identifies goals that advance the organizational agenda and develops plans for achieving them
•    Managing performance: Helps to maximize team performance by providing active feedback and skill development opportunities

Instructions for Submitting Applications:
1.    All applications should be submitted electronically at: https://forms.gle/zFso5waZkTf716JG6
2.    Please mention in the subject line of the email the position for which you are applying.
3.    Applications should include 3 references that are familiar with applicant’s work experience preferably in the last 3-5 years. References should include contact information including daytime phone and e-mail address.
4.    All applications should include a cover letter that details one’s suitability for the job highlighting key functional areas, expected qualifications and experiences.

5.    Candidates should attach a 3-page CV/Resume that highlights one’s key achievements in areas relevant to the job
6.    Job related stated qualifications and experience are the basic minimum requirements that each applicant must meet to be considered for interviewing.
7.    All applicants should include daytime phone contact information.
8.    Deadline for application is September 10th, 2024, 5 PM Cameroon Time.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

SHWARI Health Association Cameroon (SHAC) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified persons to apply regardless of gender, ethnicity, or any other status variable.

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