Due Diligence Resource Persons ( x 20)

PART TIME CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITIES _
The Foundation for Civil Society (FCS) is an independent Tanzanian not-for-profit organization that provides grants and other capacity building services to civil society organizations in Tanzania. The FCS'was registered as j)~gal entity in September 2002 and started its operations as an' independent organization in January 2003. Since its inception the Foundation for Civil Society has strived to enhance the effectiveness of CSOs engagement in development processes and poverty reduction initiatives.
To cope with the growing demand for capacity building and monitoring of its grantees, FCS is inviting applications from qualified, experienced and competent Tanzanians to join a pool of FCS resource persons. The resource persons are responsible for providing technical backstopping to Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) across the country. They shall be involved in part time work to undertake special assignments to selected CSOs, in a bid to build CSOs' capacity and undertake performance monitoring pertaining to the FCS key thematic areas of policy engagement, governance & accountability, civil society capacity strengthening as welI as conflict resolution & peace maintenance. The resource persons shall also be engaged in conducting due diligence exercises to the FCS grantees.

DUE DILIGENCE RESOURCE PERSONS ( 20 PEOPLE)

Duties and Responsibilities
Verify existence of the organizations applying for grants at the FCS.
Analyze and evaluate the financial management and internal controls in place.
Assess governance, leadership and other administration systems.
Assess the involvement of beneficiaries in identification of the project.
Evaluate strategy and systems for monitoring & evaluation and learning.
Desired skills, knowledge and qualification
Minimum Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or business related field from an accredited university.
Must be a holder of Professional accounting certification such as a CPA or ACCA.
Minimum of five (5) years' experience in auditing.
Demonstrated experience in working with civil society organizations.
Must be able to maintain confidentiality of the organization and its grantees.
Ability to work under pressure and long hours when periodically required.
Excellent verbal and written English and Kiswahili.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Good teamwork and interpersonal skills.
High level of integrity.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All applications should be made in writing to the address below, with the following enclosed documents: A typed application letter - stating why you feel you are the best candidate for the post.
A fully typed curriculum vitae (CV).
Copies of relevant certificates and credentials .
Full contact details, including telephone numbers and e-mail address.
The names and contact details of three (3) professional referees.
Closing date for all applications will be on 30th October 2015. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Executive Director
The Foundation for Civil Society
Haidery Pla.za, 5th Floor
Upangal Kisutu Street,
P. O. Box 7192, DAR ES SALAAM