Chemonics International New Job Position [5 Positions]

Chemonics International, an international development firm, seeks a for the USAID/Southern Africa Resilient Waters Activity. This five-year project aims to build more resilient and water secure Southern African communities and ecosystems through improved management of transboundary natural resources and increased access to safe drinking water and sanitation services. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Job Title: Logistics Manager
Job Location: Pretoria, South Africa.

• Responsible for managing logistical support for both the operations and technical teams. This includes but is not limited to overseeing project procurements, logistics, administration, travel, lodging arrangements, and maintaining project inventory
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent required
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible related experience in a similar role (e.g., travel coordinator, logistics manager, or administrative officer)
• Experience with international NGOs or contractors managing an office or program preferred
• Fluency in English required

 

Job Title: Finance Officer/Accountant
Job Location: Pretoria

• Review and ensure proper authorization and approval and timely processing of payment/reimbursement requests for employees/suppliers/vendors
• Perform accurate, complete and timely financial reporting using office accounting system
• Ensure proper safeguards of funds and compliance with established financial and accounting procedures
• Plan, perform and supervise internal audits of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and petty cash
• Review and approve bank reconciliations and reconciliation of petty cash and fund report at time of replenishment
• Review submission of all tax withholdings to relevant parties and review payroll and ensure allocation of payroll costs to appropriate general ledger accounts
• Work closely with internal and external auditors during field program audits
• A university degree and/or a certification in accounting or financial management required
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and/or financial analysis
• Knowledge of USAID financial and management systems, regulations, and reporting requirements preferred but not necessary
• Fluency in English required

 

Job Title: Finance Assistant/Bookkeeper
Job Location: Pretoria

• Receive and manage invoices from vendors to ensure timely payment by the project
• Prepare documentation for all payment transactions, including but not limited to vouchers, checks and transfer forms. Ensure that appropriate documentation and approvals are obtained
• Maintain the project’s accounting files system. Make sure all vouchers are in order, completed properly and have bank slips/copy of checks attached
• Maintain the tax files for the project, recorded and paid in timely manner
• Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or related field
• 2 years of demonstrated experience
• Knowledge of USAID financial and management systems, regulations, and reporting requirements preferred but not necessary
• Fluency in English required

 

Job Title: Administrative Assistant
Job Location: Pretoria

• Provide operational and administrative support to the operations and finance teams. This includes but is not limited to coordinating procurements, logistics, travel, lodging arrangements, tracking inventory, and other administrative tasks
• Support Bookkeeper in managing the office petty cash and handles office filing, scanning, and organization of files
• Manage driver schedule and oversee logistical needs of office
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role (e.g., administrative assistant, travel coordinator, or human resources coordinator); three years of experience preferred
• Experience working with international NGOs or contractors supporting a program office preferred
• Fluency in English required

 

Job Title: Office Assistant/Driver
Job Location: Pretoria

• Safely drive project staff to and from project-related events, meetings, and activities, as assigned; maintain proper and accurate records on vehicle movements.
• Clean and check the assigned project vehicle daily to ensure smooth operation of the vehicle; check the vehicle oil gauge, radiator, brake fluid, tires, lights, and signals regularly
• Provide administrative support to the operations and finance teams. This includes but is not limited to office filing, scanning and organization of files, supporting office procurements, logistics, and documenting project inventory, and other duties as assigned
• Valid driver’s license in South Africa
• Strong defensive driving skills with a clean driving record
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role (e.g., driver, administrative assistant, office assistant, or logistics coordinator); three years of experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree, or diploma in Administration or related field preferred, but not required
• English proficiency required

Application Instructions
Apply online here by Monday, August 6, 2018. This recruit is being conducted on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.