Project Support Assistant - International Organization for Migration (IOM)
International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Interested and qualified candidates must submit their applications to the following email:pretoriacvs@iom.int
a. DETAILED CV
b. COPY OF ID
c. COMPLETED AND SIGNED PERSONAL HISTORY FORM WHICH CAN BE DOWNLOADED: HERE
Closing date: 01 March 2016, Kindly use SVNSA/2016/RO/001 as reference on the subject line of your email.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
Analysis and Advocacy for Child-Centred Budgeting - United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Interested and qualified candidates must submit their applications to the following email:safpretoriavacancy@unicef.org
a. COVER LETTER
b. DETAILED CV
c. COPY OF ID
d. COMPLETED AND SIGNED PERSONAL HISTORY FORM WHICH CAN BE DOWNLOADED: HERE
Closing Date: 02 March 2016 , kindly use Analysis and Advocacy for Child-Centred Budgeting in South Africa as reference on the subject line of your email.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
Senior Programme Assistant - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
Interested and qualified candidates must submit their applications to the following email:rsapr@unhcr.org
a. COVER LETTER
b. DETAILED CV
c. COPY OF ID
d. COMPLETED AND SIGNED PERSONAL HISTORY FORM WHICH CAN BE DOWNLOADED: HERE
Closing Date: 08 March 2016, Kindly use VA/2016/013 as reference on the subject line of your email.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
Communications Assistant - International Labour Organization (ILO)
International Labour Organization (ILO)
Interested and qualified candidates must submit their applications to the following email:hr_pretoria@ilo.org
a. COVER LETTER
b. DETAILED CV
c. COPY OF ID
d. COMPLETED AND SIGNED PERSONAL HISTORY FORM WHICH CAN BE DOWNLOADED: HERE
Closing Date: 05 MARCH 2016, Kindly use PRY 002-02/2016 as reference on the subject line of your email.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED
Director institute of Extra Mural Studies
The National University of Lesotho invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following post:
ADMINISTRATION
Job Summary: The Director provides administrative and academic leadership to drive the NUL policy of Open and Distance Learning in order to increase access to educational services and programmes that will assist in promoting national development, and to focus on continuing professional development, and lifelong learning.
Key Performance Areas:
- Administers the daily operations of the Institute and manages the academic financial, physical and human resources of the Institute, in cooperation with the respective departments and faculties
- Provides leadership, innovation and coordination to all activities of the Institute
- Liaises with all academic departments and assists them in developing and implementing Open and Distance Learning Programmes,
- Initiates services and programmes to meet the continuing professional development needs of residents of Lesotho.
- Works with business, industry, government and other agencies to develop and offer programmes of need to residents of Lesotho.
- Develops an Academic Plan for the Institute, including new programmes and services, a robust research agenda and outreach services and implements the plan.
- Manages resources of the Institute, particularly focusing on generating funds for self-support programmes and the Institute’s self-sufficiency.
- Maintains high standards of teaching and research within the Institute.
- Manages and appraises performance of staff as well as overseeing the training and development of staff.
- Develops partnerships to advance the mission of the Institute.
- Initiates innovations in teaching and learning, particularly the increased use of technology and Open and Distance Learning.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
- A doctoral degree is required. Professorship will be preferred.
- At least five (5) years of administrative experience as Head of Department, Dean or Director.
- Ability to provide academic leadership, and to support development of research in education.
- Evidence of formulating and implementing innovative educational strategies and programmes to serve the educational needs of students in higher education.
- Evidence of ability to generate income and manage resources.
- Evidence of ability to develop partnerships, with outcomes
- Ability to work with business and industry, government and international donor agencies.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- Be a self-starter, innovative, inventive, analytical, creative, and entrepreneurial.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work with academics and constituencies outside the University
- Technically proficient in the use of technology and appropriate software
Contract Duration:
The appointment for the post shall be for a contract period of 3 years.
Information Required From Candidates:
Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the positions. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mail) plus certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three typed references. Applicants should inform their referees to submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date. References addressed “TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN” will not be considered. Application letters and references should bear signatures of the applicants and the referees respectively and must be addressed to: Director - Human Resources, National University of Lesotho, P.O. Roma 180, Lesotho or emailed to dhr@nul.ls
Closing date for receiving full applications for the positions above is 10th March, 2016. DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.
NULIS Early Years Teacher
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LESOTHO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Applicants are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Early Years Class Teacher (Reception Class – Grade 3: age range 4 to 8 years) at the National University of Lesotho International School (NULIS). The school roll at Primary level is over 220 pupils and the teacher – pupil ratio is 1:27. Students come from varying socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
We are looking for a young and energetic teacher who has a real passion and energy for the job and who can contribute to the development of this multi-cultural school. We have a broad curriculum to meet the needs of all our children.
Minimum qualifications and experience
- A primary trained teacher with a Diploma in Education.
- Minimum of two years teaching experience from Reception Class – grade 3.
- Experience in teaching in an English medium/International school will be preferred.
Duties:
- To be a class teacher for the early years class.
- To develop and maintain a range of early years initiatives and innovations.
- Ability to conduct extra-curriculum activities and clubs: sports, games, Scripture Union, Girl Guides/Interact Clubs etc.
- To offer tutorials to students encountering learning problems.
- To participate in all school activities and functions.
Remuneration:
The University offers salaries and other benefits commensurate with qualification and experience.
Employment type:
Permanent and pensionable/gratuitable for Locals and Contract for Non – Locals.
Information Required from Candidates:
Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mail) plus certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three typed references. One of which must be from the current or previous employer. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants should inform their referees to submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date. References addressed “TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN” will not be considered as references. Application letters and references should bear signatures and must be addressed to: Director - Human Resources, National University of Lesotho, P.O. Roma 180, Lesotho or emailed to dhr@nul.ls
Closing date for receiving full applications for the position above is 10th March, 2016. DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Anthropolog
The National University of Lesotho invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following post:
FACULTY OF SOCIAL SCIENCES:
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
- Applicants must hold a minimum of a Masters degree in Anthropology and have at least three (3) years teaching experience.
- A Ph.D qualification in Anthropology is preferred.
- Teaching experience at tertiary level will be preferred.
Candidates for Senior Lecturer position must have at least six (6) years teaching experience at tertiary level, and have proven record of research and refereed publications in Anthropology and already be in this position at the equivalent institution of higher learning at the time of application.
Duties:
- The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Conduct teaching at undergraduate and post-graduate levels in the field of Anthropology;
- Review the current Anthropology programme;
- Undertake research and supervise students;
- Participate in supervision of students’ field work, research and seminar programmes in the department;
- Participate actively in community service;
- Mentor junior members of the staff;
- Perform any other duties including administration, as would be required from time to time by the Head of the department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work.
Remuneration:
The University offers salaries and other benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Employment type:
Permanent and pensionable/gratuitable for Locals and Contract for Non – Locals.
Information Required from Candidates:
Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mailcertified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three typed references. Two of which must be academic references. Applicants should inf) plus orm their referees to submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date. References addressed “TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN” will not be considered as references. Application letters and references should bear signatures and must be addressed to: Director - Human Resources, National University of Lesotho, P.O. Roma 180, Lesotho or emailed todhr@nul.ls
Closing date for receiving full application for the position is 10th March, 2016. DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.
Demonstrator in Computer Science
The National University of Lesotho invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following post:
FACULTY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY: DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:
- B. Sc. Degree in Computer Science/Double Major with Computer Science/Computer Systems and Networks Engineering. Other IT related degrees may be considered.
- Excellent grades in Programming courses will be preferred.
- Experience of assisting in laboratory sessions/tutorials at a tertiary level will be preferred.
Duties:
- Assist with laboratory instruction of Computer Science (CS) courses.
- Mark and grade laboratory exercises and tests.
- Participate in any other duties that may be assigned by the CS Coordinator and/or Head of Department.
Applicants are to contact CS Coordinator for more information at (+266) 52 21 3765 or/and e-mail address: ma.selialia@nul.ls on or before 19th February, 2016.
The successful candidate will be expected to assume duty on as soon as possible.
Remuneration:
The University offers salaries and other benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Employment type:
This is a contract for a period until December 2016.
Information Required from Candidates:
Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University to determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CV’s (including telephone, telefax and e-mail) plus certified copies of educational certificates, transcripts and three typed references. Two of which must be academic references. Applicants should inform their referees to submit their references directly to the address below, before the stipulated closing date. References addressed “TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN” will not be considered as references. Application letters and references should bear signatures and must be addressed to: Director - Human Resources, National University of Lesotho, P.O. Roma 180, Lesotho or emailed to dhr@nul.ls
Closing date for receiving full application for the position is 19th February , 2016. DISCLAIMER: If you do not receive any response within three months after the closing date, you must consider your application unsuccessful.
ISS Pretoria: Director of Programmes
The Institute for Security Studies (ISS) is seeking a Director of Programmes. This is a senior management position and the successful candidate will be a member of the ISS’ executive committee at the head office in Pretoria.
The Director will oversee planning and delivery by all ISS programmes in line with the organisation’s 2016-2020 strategy. The successful candidate will ensure high quality delivery of research, policy advice, training and technical assistance, as well as reporting on the outcomes of the ISS’ work. The Director will ensure the strategic alignment of programme activities and collaboration between programme staff across the ISS’ regional offices. The Director of Programmes reports to the Executive Director.
Overview of duties
Work with programme managers and office heads to ensure strategic alignment of activities and collaboration between programmes and offices
Ensure that programmes deliver high quality research, policy advice, training and technical assistance in line with donor agreements, project objectives and outcomes, and the ISS strategy
Monitor developments in the human security field to provide strategic direction to the ISS
Guide programme managers in the drafting of concept notes, designing of new projects and writing donor reports
Ensure that programme workplans and the overall ISS workplan are in line with the ISS strategy
Ensure that programme budgets align to the overall ISS workplan and the ISS strategy
Support the Executive Director and programme managers with fundraising
Network with similar organisations in Africa and globally
Contribute to the management of the ISS as a member of Excom
Oversee and coordinate the implementation of a PMER framework for programmes
Overview of requirements
At least a Masters degree in international relations, political science, law or a field relevant to the work of the ISS
Strong management skills with at least seven years in a senior management position
Ability to manage staff in a multi-location and diverse environment
A strong team leader with excellent interpersonal skills
Practical experience in research, policy advice, training and/or technical assistance
Extensive knowledge of human security issues as covered by the ISS
Good communication and networking skills
Excellent English writing skills with a publications record
Experience in budget planning and efficient monitoring of expenditure
Willingness to travel extensively in Africa and internationally
The length of the contract will be for two years, and may be renewed subject to programme requirements, funding and satisfactory performance. A competitive salary is offered.
Email your application to Rekha Valabh at pretoriajobs@issafrica.org. Applicants must provide a cover letter and detailed CV, including at least three contactable referees. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 29 February 2016
The ISS is committed to achieving employment equity in the workplace. Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply.
The Director will oversee planning and delivery by all ISS programmes in line with the organisation’s 2016-2020 strategy. The successful candidate will ensure high quality delivery of research, policy advice, training and technical assistance, as well as reporting on the outcomes of the ISS’ work. The Director will ensure the strategic alignment of programme activities and collaboration between programme staff across the ISS’ regional offices. The Director of Programmes reports to the Executive Director.
Overview of duties
Work with programme managers and office heads to ensure strategic alignment of activities and collaboration between programmes and offices
Ensure that programmes deliver high quality research, policy advice, training and technical assistance in line with donor agreements, project objectives and outcomes, and the ISS strategy
Monitor developments in the human security field to provide strategic direction to the ISS
Guide programme managers in the drafting of concept notes, designing of new projects and writing donor reports
Ensure that programme workplans and the overall ISS workplan are in line with the ISS strategy
Ensure that programme budgets align to the overall ISS workplan and the ISS strategy
Support the Executive Director and programme managers with fundraising
Network with similar organisations in Africa and globally
Contribute to the management of the ISS as a member of Excom
Oversee and coordinate the implementation of a PMER framework for programmes
Overview of requirements
At least a Masters degree in international relations, political science, law or a field relevant to the work of the ISS
Strong management skills with at least seven years in a senior management position
Ability to manage staff in a multi-location and diverse environment
A strong team leader with excellent interpersonal skills
Practical experience in research, policy advice, training and/or technical assistance
Extensive knowledge of human security issues as covered by the ISS
Good communication and networking skills
Excellent English writing skills with a publications record
Experience in budget planning and efficient monitoring of expenditure
Willingness to travel extensively in Africa and internationally
The length of the contract will be for two years, and may be renewed subject to programme requirements, funding and satisfactory performance. A competitive salary is offered.
Email your application to Rekha Valabh at pretoriajobs@issafrica.org. Applicants must provide a cover letter and detailed CV, including at least three contactable referees. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 29 February 2016
The ISS is committed to achieving employment equity in the workplace. Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply.
ISS Pretoria: Financial Officer, Finance Department
The ISS is seeking a Financial Officer to assist with donor accounting and reporting for a European Union (EU) grant. The Financial Officer will have primary day-to-day responsibility for accounting and clerical tasks and must ensure the efficient, timely and accurate processing of the EU grant and relevant programme finances.
The Grants Officer will need exceptional organisational skills, be a motivated team player who’s able to work under pressure, and have an enthusiastic and ‘hands-on’ approach to the job. The successful candidate will report to the Group Financial Officer.
Overview of duties
Assist with the preparation of EU annual budgets and forecasting
Maintain EU donor files, reporting schedules and calendars
Assist the Group Financial Officer to input and maintain EU budgets on Accpac
Issue letters of confirmation of receipts to donors
Prepare variance reports and general ledger reports on monthly basis
Work closely with Programme Administrators to balance Budget Monitoring Templates
Prepare all EU donor reports
Assist the Group Financial Officer in preparing and conducting project certificate audits
Assist the Group Financial Officer with year-end audit preparation
Overview of requirements
Degree in Accounting.
A minimum of three years’ experience in the administration or management of EU grants. This is a pre-requisite and no applications without this level of experience will be considered.
Good understanding and working knowledge of project management
Good organisational skills
Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and fluent in English
Computer literacy: Excel, Word, Internet, email
Willing to travel to regional offices in Dakar, Addis, Nairobi and Europe
Knowledge and working experience of Accpac accounting software will be advantageous
The contract will be for three years, and may be renewed subject to programme requirements, funding and satisfactory performance. A competitive salary is offered.
Email your application to Rekha Valabh at pretoriajobs@issafrica.org. Applicants must provide a cover letter and detailed CV, including at least two contactable referees. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 29 February 2016
The ISS is committed to achieving employment equity in the workplace. Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply.
The Grants Officer will need exceptional organisational skills, be a motivated team player who’s able to work under pressure, and have an enthusiastic and ‘hands-on’ approach to the job. The successful candidate will report to the Group Financial Officer.
Overview of duties
Assist with the preparation of EU annual budgets and forecasting
Maintain EU donor files, reporting schedules and calendars
Assist the Group Financial Officer to input and maintain EU budgets on Accpac
Issue letters of confirmation of receipts to donors
Prepare variance reports and general ledger reports on monthly basis
Work closely with Programme Administrators to balance Budget Monitoring Templates
Prepare all EU donor reports
Assist the Group Financial Officer in preparing and conducting project certificate audits
Assist the Group Financial Officer with year-end audit preparation
Overview of requirements
Degree in Accounting.
A minimum of three years’ experience in the administration or management of EU grants. This is a pre-requisite and no applications without this level of experience will be considered.
Good understanding and working knowledge of project management
Good organisational skills
Effective communication skills (verbal and written) and fluent in English
Computer literacy: Excel, Word, Internet, email
Willing to travel to regional offices in Dakar, Addis, Nairobi and Europe
Knowledge and working experience of Accpac accounting software will be advantageous
The contract will be for three years, and may be renewed subject to programme requirements, funding and satisfactory performance. A competitive salary is offered.
Email your application to Rekha Valabh at pretoriajobs@issafrica.org. Applicants must provide a cover letter and detailed CV, including at least two contactable referees. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: 29 February 2016
The ISS is committed to achieving employment equity in the workplace. Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply.
Wim Duisenberg Research Fellowship Programme 2016-2017
CALL FOR RESEARCH PROPROSALS
WIM DUISENBERG RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMME 2016-2017
Fellowship position and function
The European Central Bank (ECB) is seeking applications from leading senior professionals in academia, central banks and research institutions for the Wim Duisenberg Research Fellowship. Fellowship positions are awarded annually.
The European Central Bank (ECB) is seeking applications from leading senior professionals in academia, central banks and research institutions for the Wim Duisenberg Research Fellowship. Fellowship positions are awarded annually.
Successful candidates will be offered an assignment in the ECB’s Directorate General Research (DG/R) for a period of between two and eleven months.
DG-R contributes to the ECB’s monetary policy and its other tasks and functions by conducting economic research and providing research-based policy advice and analytical tools. In particular, DG/R conducts research in the fields of monetary economics, macroeconomics and finance, and develops, maintains and uses econometric models for forecasting and policy analysis.
The aim of the Wim Duisenberg Research Fellowship Programme, which was established in 2006, is threefold:
- promote policy-relevant research that meets the highest academic standards;
- offer research staff at the ECB the opportunity to gain exposure to, and experience in, the most recent advances in economic research;
- give prominent scholars the opportunity to gain an insight into the policy-making environment of the ECB.
Successful applicants will conduct economic research on issues of relevance to the ECB.
Qualifications and experience
Each selected candidate will hold a PhD from a leading university and have an outstanding publication record.
The programme is aimed at senior professionals from academia, central banks and research institutions. Candidates should be internationally recognised experts in their field of research who wish to take a period of leave or a sabbatical from their current place of work.
Research fellows will conduct their activities at the ECB’s premises in Frankfurt am Main and will be encouraged to interact with ECB staff members from both DG/R and other business areas. They will have access to the ECB’s library, and to the computing facilities and statistical data necessary to conduct their research successfully.
While at the ECB, research fellows will be expected to complete a research paper of a theoretical or empirical nature for presentation at internal seminars and external conferences, and for publication in the ECB’s Working Paper Series as well as a leading journal. A proposal for a research project must be presented by candidates as part of the application procedure.
Successful candidates will be offered a monthly allowance in line with the seniority of the described profile.
Closing date for applications: 30 April 2016.
Further Information
Applications should be submitted in English and must include:
Applications should be submitted in English and must include:
- a detailed curriculum vitae, including details of the candidate’s publication record;
- a one-page summary of the research work that the candidate would like to carry out at the ECB, specifying the objectives of the work, the methodological, statistical and computing requirements involved, and the approximate time necessary for completing the research and preparing one or more submissions to the ECB’s Working Paper Series. Furthermore, the candidate is invited to explain how he or she expects to benefit from interaction with ECB staff.
Applications are to be submitted by e-mail to WDFP@ecb.europa.eu
Jobs at Letšeng Diamonds
Letšeng seeks to engage a qualified professional with the appropriate skills and aptitude to fill the position of
EMPLOYMENT IN Lesotho Water and Sewerage Company
The Lesotho Water and Sewerage Company (WASCO) invites applications from suitably qualified local candidates for the following position:
VACANCY AT US EMBASSY LESOTHO - 2/24/2016
U.S. EMBASSY MASERU
VACANCY
Procurement/Shipping Clerk
The U.S. Embassy Maseru seeks a qualified individual for the position of Procurement/Shipping Clerk.
BASIC FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
Reports to Assistant GSO regarding all shipping/customs duties. Will be primarily responsible for arranging/resolving all Embassy shipping/customs issues.
Incumbent will also serve as assistant to Procurement
Specialist regarding Embassy procurements; will communicate on a regular basis with vendors and
Embassy customers.
Salary range 110, 623 – 176, 997
For more info please view the full details on the internet at:http://maseru.usembassy.gov under Vacancies or contact us on;
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 333
Maseru 100
Tel: 22-312-666 Ext. 4160/4217
Fax: 22-310-116
infomaseru@state.gov
OPENING DATE: February 12, 2016
CLOSING DATE: February 26, 2016
If you do not hear from us within three weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Communication will be done only with the shortlisted candidates.
VACANCY
Procurement/Shipping Clerk
The U.S. Embassy Maseru seeks a qualified individual for the position of Procurement/Shipping Clerk.
BASIC FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:
Reports to Assistant GSO regarding all shipping/customs duties. Will be primarily responsible for arranging/resolving all Embassy shipping/customs issues.
Incumbent will also serve as assistant to Procurement
Specialist regarding Embassy procurements; will communicate on a regular basis with vendors and
Embassy customers.
Salary range 110, 623 – 176, 997
For more info please view the full details on the internet at:http://maseru.usembassy.gov under Vacancies or contact us on;
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 333
Maseru 100
Tel: 22-312-666 Ext. 4160/4217
Fax: 22-310-116
infomaseru@state.gov
OPENING DATE: February 12, 2016
CLOSING DATE: February 26, 2016
If you do not hear from us within three weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Communication will be done only with the shortlisted candidates.
Director Finance , Lesotho Water and Sewerage Company (WASCO)
The Lesotho Water and Sewerage Company (WASCO) invites applications from suitably qualified local candidates for the following position:
Job Title: Director Finance
Reports to: Chief Executive
Key responsibilities
1. Develops and reviews financial, procurement and asset management policies and procedures in line with set standards and ensure compliance.
2. Advises the Chief Executive, the Board of Directors and other relevant Stakeholders on the management of WASCO finances and assets.
3. Coordinates the Company’s budget preparation and presents the budget estimates to the Finance and Audit Committee and the Board of Directors, annually.
4. Ensures that the statutory audit commences in
July and the Audited Financial Statements are approved by end of September, annually.
5. Periodically monitors that a comparison is made on rates offered by various banking institutions in order to facilitate selection of the best investment instruments.
6. Provides professional support and guidance to the Board, sub-committees of the Board and all divisions on financial issues.
7. Continuously updates the financial projections (financial modelling) which will highlight need for additional funding requirements.
8. Seeks and raises funding at attractive rates on the basis of submitted requirements.
9. Prepares management accounts on a quarterly basis for presentation to the Finance and Audit committee.
10. Ensures continuous interaction with external Stakeholders in order to keep them informed on relevant matters pertaining to WASCO and also to resolve problems on time.
11. Monitors timely collection of debts, as part of the broad cash flow management process.
12. Harmonizes the operations and practices of finance and administration with those of other Divisions in order to improve efficiency within WASCO.
13. Participates in the WASCO policy formulation and strategic planning as a member of Senior
Management.
14. Provides leadership to the Division.
Qualifications & Experience
1. Chartered Accountant plus B-Com Degree or equivalent degree (e.g. Business Management with a strong Financial exposure)
2. A minimum of five years working experience in a similar role
Core Competencies
• Critical understanding and knowledge of financial management and practices, accounting principles and procedures as well as procurement and stores management.
• Strategic Leadership Capability and Decision-Making
• Risk Management and Organisational Governance
• Strategic Financial Management
• Client Orientation and Customer Focus
• People Leadership and Empowerment
• Change Management
• Strategic Communication
• Environmental and Health and Safety consciousness
• High standards of ethics and personal integrity
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Submission of Applications
Interested candidates should send an application letter, a detailed CV, names of two Referees and certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts to:
The Director Human Resource
Water and Sewerage Company (PTY) Ltd
P.O. Box 426
Maseru 100
The closing date for submission of applications is
29th February 2016.
Disclaimers:
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Correspondence will be directed to short-listed candidates only.
• Selection interviews for short-listed candidates will be at a date, time and place determined by WASCO.
• Short-listed candidates will be required to authenticate information provided in the CV.
• WASCO reserves the right to leave an advertised position unfilled if no suitable candidate is identified.
• The employment of a successful candidate is subject to positive police clearance.
Job Title: Director Finance
Reports to: Chief Executive
Key responsibilities
1. Develops and reviews financial, procurement and asset management policies and procedures in line with set standards and ensure compliance.
2. Advises the Chief Executive, the Board of Directors and other relevant Stakeholders on the management of WASCO finances and assets.
3. Coordinates the Company’s budget preparation and presents the budget estimates to the Finance and Audit Committee and the Board of Directors, annually.
4. Ensures that the statutory audit commences in
July and the Audited Financial Statements are approved by end of September, annually.
5. Periodically monitors that a comparison is made on rates offered by various banking institutions in order to facilitate selection of the best investment instruments.
6. Provides professional support and guidance to the Board, sub-committees of the Board and all divisions on financial issues.
7. Continuously updates the financial projections (financial modelling) which will highlight need for additional funding requirements.
8. Seeks and raises funding at attractive rates on the basis of submitted requirements.
9. Prepares management accounts on a quarterly basis for presentation to the Finance and Audit committee.
10. Ensures continuous interaction with external Stakeholders in order to keep them informed on relevant matters pertaining to WASCO and also to resolve problems on time.
11. Monitors timely collection of debts, as part of the broad cash flow management process.
12. Harmonizes the operations and practices of finance and administration with those of other Divisions in order to improve efficiency within WASCO.
13. Participates in the WASCO policy formulation and strategic planning as a member of Senior
Management.
14. Provides leadership to the Division.
Qualifications & Experience
1. Chartered Accountant plus B-Com Degree or equivalent degree (e.g. Business Management with a strong Financial exposure)
2. A minimum of five years working experience in a similar role
Core Competencies
• Critical understanding and knowledge of financial management and practices, accounting principles and procedures as well as procurement and stores management.
• Strategic Leadership Capability and Decision-Making
• Risk Management and Organisational Governance
• Strategic Financial Management
• Client Orientation and Customer Focus
• People Leadership and Empowerment
• Change Management
• Strategic Communication
• Environmental and Health and Safety consciousness
• High standards of ethics and personal integrity
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Submission of Applications
Interested candidates should send an application letter, a detailed CV, names of two Referees and certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts to:
The Director Human Resource
Water and Sewerage Company (PTY) Ltd
P.O. Box 426
Maseru 100
The closing date for submission of applications is
29th February 2016.
Disclaimers:
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Correspondence will be directed to short-listed candidates only.
• Selection interviews for short-listed candidates will be at a date, time and place determined by WASCO.
• Short-listed candidates will be required to authenticate information provided in the CV.
• WASCO reserves the right to leave an advertised position unfilled if no suitable candidate is identified.
• The employment of a successful candidate is subject to positive police clearance.
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FAO Food and Agriculture Organisation About the organisation FAO's mandate is to raise levels of nutrition, improve agricultural p...
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SCHOOL OF ASSIGNMENT – POST PRIMARY JOB TITLE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL NO. OF POSI... -
LESOTHO HIGHLANDS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ADVERTISEMENTS FOR VARIOUS POSITIONS The bi-national Lesotho Highlands Water Project (LHWP), ...
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MOBILE REGISTRATION UNIT (MRU) OPERATOR The Independent Electoral Commission invites applications from suitably qualified Basotho cand...
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Applicants are invited from suitably qualified Basotho Nationals to fill 50 positions of Intelligence Officer Four (I.O.4) tenable at...
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FRENCH TEACHER - JOB SUMMARY To ensure the effective teaching of general French at different levels in line with the schemes of work, ...
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Mamohau Hospital is a CHAL Hospital owned by the Roman Catholic Church, under the Proprietorship of the Bishop of Leribe Diocese. Ma...
