About US:
The International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a public international organization (PIO) governed by an international board of directors with representation from developed and developing nations. The non-profit center focuses on increasing and sustaining food and agricultural productivity in developing countries through the development and transfer of effective and environmentally sound crop nutrient technology and agribusiness expertise.
About DGIS CATALIST Project:
IFDC is implementing a 4-year CATALIST-Uganda Project, funded by DGIS through the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Kampala. The project aims to enable over 110,000 Uganda smallholder farm families to produce and market potatoes, cassava, rice, soybean and sunflower on a commercial scale.
Job Summary: The Administration and Accounts Assistant will support the Project through the provision of administrative and financial management support for the project regional office. The incumbent will be responsible for general administrative and logistical support necessary within the project, ensuring that funds are spent compliantly and reasonable within the limits of pre-agreed budgets.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· In charge of preparing regional cash flow projections and manage petty cash
· Ensure office expenses paid and regional staff advances are reconciled
· Ensure adequate resources are available for office operations
· Mentor and supervise the Office Attendant
· Actively monitor and supervise office security
· Procure office supplies and determine supply needs
· Maintain and manage asset/inventory register, administrative files and records
· Provide logistical support to program staff including arranging for workshops
· Regularly review financial reports and accountabilities of partners.
· Provide on-the-job support to grantees and train in accounting and required reporting.
· Perform any other duties as may be assigned
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The ideal candidate should preferably hold a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, finance and accounting. A qualification in a professional accounting course will be an added advantage
· A minimum of three years’ experience in a similar position with an international organization
· Highly motivated, energetic, independent self-starter with strong communication skills
· Excellent analytical skills
· Computer literacy i.e. Proficiency in MS office (Word/Excel)
· Demonstrate strong proficiency in accounting software packages
· Excellent analytical, problem solving, time management and organizational skills
· Ability to work under pressure, deliver quality results and meet deadlines
· Honesty and integrity
· Ability to work with people from different nationalities and backgrounds
· Team player, flexible and adaptable to different work condition
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to send their cover letters and updated CVs to the address below:
The Human Resource,
International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC)
Plot 5, Bandali Rise, Studio House, Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda
Deadline: 17th July 2015