DIRECTOR FINANCE AND PLANNING (Job Reference: MNH/DFP/12/13)
Job Summary
The Director Finance and Planning will be responsible for generation of revenue and soliciting donations in
order to bridge the wide gap between actual institutional budget and the government subventions as well as
put strong controls in order to safeguard internal revenue generation and improve the income of the hospital.
He/she shall be expected to commit and involve motivated staff in teaching, research and consultancy and
shall report to the Executive Director.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate other Directorates in the hospital to articulate the CSP aspirations of MNH and to
internalize the strategic planning culture;
Prepare annual institutional budget for MNH, and evaluate weekly & monthly updates and oversee
effective management of finances/payroll in line with the MNH financial regulations;
Evolve financial and accounting policies and procedures in consultation with the Hospital
Management and the Board of Trustees;
Prepare quarterly progress reports on implementation of the MNH Corporate Strategic Plan and
facilitate conducting of internal and external audit of MNH books of accounts;
Prepare financial reports, tax returns and interim reports required by Management for appropriate
decision making;
Ensure timely and accurate implementation of computerized system in all MNH financial areas; and
Review financial budgets and cash flow projections.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should possess:
A Degree in Accountancy or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution with Certified
Public Accountant Professional Certificate (CPA ) and registered with NBAA;
An additional Masters degree in Business Administration will be an added advantage;
A minimum of eight (8) years of practical work experience in a reputable organization five (5) of
which as Head of Finance Department;
Good working knowledge of computerized financial systems is essential and Fluent in both written
and spoken English and Swahili; and
Must be mature, well trained, and capable of providing expert strategic leadership as a Director.
Skills and competencies
Personal skills in finance and related discipline, excellent report writing skills;
Current membership to accounting, auditing and finance professional’s bodies is a must;
Able to demonstrate in depth knowledge of principles of new public Management and familiar with
health reforms;
Good leadership skills and qualities;
Able to communicate with proven interpersonal skills;
Impeccable personal qualities of transparency and integrity; and
Veracity in the critical management skills of transformation leadership, action planning,
performance and total quality management, team building, decision making, problem solving and
change management.
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Remuneration
Remuneration for all positions shall be offered commensurate with the MNH Scheme of Service.
Muhimbili National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
If you believe you are the right candidate for
the above position, send your application, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic certificates,
and names and contact details of three referees to the address below, quoting the respective reference
number on both the application letter and envelope. Applications should be submitted to the address below
no later than Tuesday 24th December, 2013.
Applications for this position are open to only qualified local applicants.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
The Director,
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
10th Floor PPF Tower
Cnr of Ohio Street & Garden Avenue
E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.tz
P O Box 1559 Dar-es-Salaam,
Tanzania Fax +255(22) 2116379
2013 Deloitte Consulting Ltd. Member of Deloitte Touché Tohmatsu
Job Summary
The Director Finance and Planning will be responsible for generation of revenue and soliciting donations in
order to bridge the wide gap between actual institutional budget and the government subventions as well as
put strong controls in order to safeguard internal revenue generation and improve the income of the hospital.
He/she shall be expected to commit and involve motivated staff in teaching, research and consultancy and
shall report to the Executive Director.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate other Directorates in the hospital to articulate the CSP aspirations of MNH and to
internalize the strategic planning culture;
Prepare annual institutional budget for MNH, and evaluate weekly & monthly updates and oversee
effective management of finances/payroll in line with the MNH financial regulations;
Evolve financial and accounting policies and procedures in consultation with the Hospital
Management and the Board of Trustees;
Prepare quarterly progress reports on implementation of the MNH Corporate Strategic Plan and
facilitate conducting of internal and external audit of MNH books of accounts;
Prepare financial reports, tax returns and interim reports required by Management for appropriate
decision making;
Ensure timely and accurate implementation of computerized system in all MNH financial areas; and
Review financial budgets and cash flow projections.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate for this position should possess:
A Degree in Accountancy or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution with Certified
Public Accountant Professional Certificate (CPA ) and registered with NBAA;
An additional Masters degree in Business Administration will be an added advantage;
A minimum of eight (8) years of practical work experience in a reputable organization five (5) of
which as Head of Finance Department;
Good working knowledge of computerized financial systems is essential and Fluent in both written
and spoken English and Swahili; and
Must be mature, well trained, and capable of providing expert strategic leadership as a Director.
Skills and competencies
Personal skills in finance and related discipline, excellent report writing skills;
Current membership to accounting, auditing and finance professional’s bodies is a must;
Able to demonstrate in depth knowledge of principles of new public Management and familiar with
health reforms;
Good leadership skills and qualities;
Able to communicate with proven interpersonal skills;
Impeccable personal qualities of transparency and integrity; and
Veracity in the critical management skills of transformation leadership, action planning,
performance and total quality management, team building, decision making, problem solving and
change management.
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Remuneration
Remuneration for all positions shall be offered commensurate with the MNH Scheme of Service.
Muhimbili National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
If you believe you are the right candidate for
the above position, send your application, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic certificates,
and names and contact details of three referees to the address below, quoting the respective reference
number on both the application letter and envelope. Applications should be submitted to the address below
no later than Tuesday 24th December, 2013.
Applications for this position are open to only qualified local applicants.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
The Director,
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
10th Floor PPF Tower
Cnr of Ohio Street & Garden Avenue
E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.tz
P O Box 1559 Dar-es-Salaam,
Tanzania Fax +255(22) 2116379
2013 Deloitte Consulting Ltd. Member of Deloitte Touché Tohmatsu
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