Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
The Role
We are looking for a Business Services Coordinator to be based in Lilongwe, Malawi.
This is a one year fixed term contract, renewal is subject to availability of funding.
The person should have right to work in Malawi.
The person will lead on all business support services, providing superior services for a smooth day to day operation of the country program.
What we are looking for
SKILLS AND COMPETENCE:
- Recognised accounting qualification
- At least 5 year’ s experience managing the full range of financial services to an organisation, ideally with at least 2 years in the NGO or public sector
- Proven knowledge and experience of computerised systems, preferably with accounting packages
- Ability to delegate, coach and develop staff · Ability to manage competing tasks
- Donor reporting experience
- Fluency in English both verbal and written
- Knowledge of English accounting systems
- Commitment to the aims and objectives of Oxfam and to the principles of equity and justice
- Diplomacy, tact and negotiation skills
We offer
This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in Malawi, to act as key contributor to business support team, to work with a group of passionate people, opportunities in training and development, offers fair pay and competitive benefits package. This offer is based on national terms and conditions of service.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
How to apply
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.
About us
Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.
Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
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