An opportunity has arisen for an experienced professional with an interest in wildlife and conservation, to provide accounting support to the FZS Africa Regional Office and projects in Tanzania and other African countries.
Frankfurt Zoological Society
Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is international wildlife conservation NGO whose goal is to work with and for people to secure biodiversity in key ecosystems worldwide as the basis for all life and the livelihoods of present and future generations. The Africa Programme works with partners in five countries. For more information on the Society, please visit our website at www.fzs.org.
Accountant - ARO
The successful applicant will deliver efficient, accurate and transparent management of finances in support of FZS in Tanzania and its Africa projects. While playing a key role in the financial management of the Regional Office and the Tanzania Country Programme, the successful candidate will also support the Finance staff at our project throughout Africa. The Accountant will work directly under the Head of Finance and Administration
Qualifications and Experience
Required
• CPA.
• At least 4 years experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of accounts packages and spreadsheets
• Knowledge of electronic / online banking,
• Excellent written and spoken English and Ki-Swahili.
• Knowledge of Tanzanian laws in relation to tax, labour, NGO and environmental law
• Willingness and ability to live in the Serengeti National Park
Desired
• Experience in non-profit environment
• Willingness to travel occasionally
• Interest in wildlife conservation
Conditions of Employment
The post will initially be based at FZS’ Africa Regional Office in the Serengeti National Park. Salary will be appropriate to qualifications and experience. Basic housing and transport to work will be provided in the Serengeti, along with insurance for health treatment in Tanzania.
Applications:
To apply, email a CV and covering letter to jobs@fzs.org by the 17 September 2013. Please put ‘ARO Accountant Post’ in the subject line of your email.
In your covering letter, please describe what you see as the most important skill and personal competency that you would bring to this post. Please indicate when you would be available to start and your current salary level and expectations.
Only short-listed applicants will be notified.
Frankfurt Zoological Society
Frankfurt Zoological Society (FZS) is international wildlife conservation NGO whose goal is to work with and for people to secure biodiversity in key ecosystems worldwide as the basis for all life and the livelihoods of present and future generations. The Africa Programme works with partners in five countries. For more information on the Society, please visit our website at www.fzs.org.
Accountant - ARO
The successful applicant will deliver efficient, accurate and transparent management of finances in support of FZS in Tanzania and its Africa projects. While playing a key role in the financial management of the Regional Office and the Tanzania Country Programme, the successful candidate will also support the Finance staff at our project throughout Africa. The Accountant will work directly under the Head of Finance and Administration
Qualifications and Experience
Required
• CPA.
• At least 4 years experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of accounts packages and spreadsheets
• Knowledge of electronic / online banking,
• Excellent written and spoken English and Ki-Swahili.
• Knowledge of Tanzanian laws in relation to tax, labour, NGO and environmental law
• Willingness and ability to live in the Serengeti National Park
Desired
• Experience in non-profit environment
• Willingness to travel occasionally
• Interest in wildlife conservation
Conditions of Employment
The post will initially be based at FZS’ Africa Regional Office in the Serengeti National Park. Salary will be appropriate to qualifications and experience. Basic housing and transport to work will be provided in the Serengeti, along with insurance for health treatment in Tanzania.
Applications:
To apply, email a CV and covering letter to jobs@fzs.org by the 17 September 2013. Please put ‘ARO Accountant Post’ in the subject line of your email.
In your covering letter, please describe what you see as the most important skill and personal competency that you would bring to this post. Please indicate when you would be available to start and your current salary level and expectations.
Only short-listed applicants will be notified.
Accountant at Frankfurt Zoological Society Based in Serengeti National Park
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