Finance and Administration Intern 210 views

Bantwana Zimbabwe is a non-governmental organization with a proven track record of designing and implementing successful interventions for vulnerable children and youth in Zimbabwe with community-based models of service provision in health, education, child protection and economic strengthening. Bantwana Zimbabwe seeks a suitably experienced Finance and Administration Intern to be based in Harare.

Purpose of Position

The Finance and Administration Intern will be responsible for assisting in instituting accounting and administrative controls, recording and reporting of assets, liabilities, monitoring of disbursements of donor funds and facilitating procurement processes.

Major Responsibilities

Facilitate the processing of advance requests and acquittals; Facilitate the acquittal of advances and payment requests; Prepare advances and procurements; Maintaining a proper filing system and calendar of events for the department; Organizing workshops and other activities; Attend and minute-take internal and external meetings; Updating and managing leave information; Help with coordinating recruitment efforts including posting jobs, scheduling interviews.

Qualifications And Experience

Applicants are encouraged to meet the following criteria

First degree in Administration Studies or equivalent qualification. A relevant degree will be an added advantage; Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office, email and internet; A minimum of 2 years’ professional experience in a similar position; Good verbal and written communication skills; Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask; Ability to think critically and creatively; Excellent interpersonal skills and able to deal with visitors and staff with tact and courtesy; Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team; Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment; Fluency in English and Shona.