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Research Project Coordinator

Job Description
• Timeline and vendor management
• Writing and/or co-writing questionnaires
• Overseeing quality assurance process for survey programs and data tabulations
• Limited report creation and summarizing of insights

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree majoring in; Business, Sociology, Psychology, Political Science, Economics, Mathematics and/or Statistics, etc.)
• 1-2 years of supplier side marketing research experience
• Knowledge and understanding of all stages of the quantitative research process, methods, and analysis
• Hands-on advanced knowledge of and proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and SPSS
• This is a data intensive job, so a love of numbers is necessary!
• Ability to work cross-functionally and build effective relationships with teams
• Ability to take on ownership and accountability over day-to-day projects tasks
• Strong organizational and time management/ prioritization skills
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Ability to work in creative and analytical environments
• Clear, concise communication skills, in both written and oral form
• Can work 100% US hrs in the Pacific time zone.


JOB DETAILS:
Director of Finance and Administration (DFA)

Overall purpose of the job
The Director of Finance and administration (DFA) provides leadership to the Finance and Administration functions of the Centre, incorporating responsibility for a large mixed workforce of professional and non-
professional staff operating under various Units and in various locations. These Units include Finance, Budget, People Resources, Procurement and Liaison, Facilities and Assets, ICT, Transport, Hospitality Research Station Offices, and Security. The DFA sets the strategic direction for the Unit managers,
ensures alignment of resources with the functions, prepares the Units for change and motivates and inspires teams, leading to maximization of the value of the resources deployed and the achievement
of the objectives of the Centre

Specific Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:
• Ensure ongoing risk analysis and establish and coordinate the financial systems; oversee existence of a robust internal controls system and the maintenance of sound accounting practices, policies and procedures for the Centre that track operations and ensure protection of the Centre’s assets.
• Ensure financial stability and viability of the Centre through proper finance planning and management. Direct and monitor the Centre’s institutional and project budgetary procedures and the Centre’s
• medium-term financial projections. Contribute to the development of key and complex project initiatives and guide vote-holders in developing, amending and monitoring project and institutional budgets within established financial guidelines.
• Oversee and develop procedures to ensure the timely, accurate and complete preparation of all financial and operational reports for Management, Donors, and the Governing Council. Manage
• relationship with auditors and follow-up on matters arising from the audit of the entity and from project audits and ensure that they are dealt with in a timely and complete manner.
• Lead, manage, coach, mentor and support managers directly supervised in furtherance of the objective of delivering quality services to internal/external customers. Assure adequate placement, training, and evaluation of personnel within an atmosphere that encourages motivation, innovation, teamwork, and high performance. Set performance objectives, monitor progress, and manage and evaluate performance of personnel to ensure the Units provide effective and efficient client focused services and solutions.
• Keep up to date with new rules and regulations and new concepts, techniques and technologies. Review, analyze, recommend and implement system and technological enhancements which contribute positively to the efficient and effective operations of the Centre and position icipe in line with best standards in global practice in support of the Centre’s world class research work.
• Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of the Centre’s business and its agreements and ensure that the Centre is supported by an efficient and effective operations platform, and that a strong culture of compliance is adopted in accordance with organizational/donor/investment policies and procedures. Handle relevant legal and institutional activities and ensure financial compliance as outlined in agreements.
• Coordinate, develop and maintain business plans for the Finance and Administration Units at the Centre. Assess the financial, material, people and informational requirements implicit in the plans and continuously adopt them to ways in which financial, material, people, and informational requirements can be achieved. Promote good stewardship, values and accountability through effective innovative systems, policies, procedures and capacity enhancement processes and methods that improve efficiency, productivity, preservation and security of people and assets.
• Support other leaders and managers to handle complexity and to control and solve problems through the provision of information and advice and development and administration of policies and procedures. Proactively support other leaders and managers, the Director General and the Governing Council in developing and implementing business plans, in strategic analysis and advice on the optimal use of the Centre’s resources.

Requirements/Qualifications
• An advanced degree in Management (MBA/MA) and an internationally recognized professional accounting qualification.
• Twenty years of work experience, ten of which would have been gained in a financial management leadership position within international development organizations, research institutions, or multiple grants receiving organizations


JOB DETAILS:
• A Chief Accountant will lead the Finance department and associated operations such that account management, reporting, and interdepartmental and vendor relations are managed to optimise the hotel's profitability. You will ensure that Finance teams are providing month-end closing and all other required management reports. The Chief accountant will be a highly motivated team player with strong accounting, communication, business presentation, analytical skills and strong systems background.

What is in it for you:
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while you work
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

What you will be doing:
Reporting to the Cluster Director of Finance and Business Support, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
• Organize and direct the team to supervise all revenues and expenses, as well as all inventories.
• Responsible for managing the day-to-day financial reporting and controlling requirements of the departments and will be required to review and analyze management accounts.
• To plan, direct, supervise and coordinate the activities of the personnel involved in accounting and other financial functions of the organization.
• Analyze and interpret financial data and recommend changes to improve financial performance.
• Maintain an account of all the transactions of the organization.
• Responsible for budget and cost controls, financial analysis, accounting practices and reports.
• Any matter which may affect the interests of the hotel should be brought to the attention of the Management.
• Assist Cluster DOF in preparation of Annual Budgets

Financial & Operational Management:
• Identify optimal, cost-effective use of the resources and educate the team on the same.
• Preparation of the Monthly Management Accounts.
• Monitor budgetary and key performance indicator movements.
• Ensure to liaise with the company auditors and regulators.
• To develop the financial reporting and accounting systems.
• Responsible for all financial and accounting functions of the organization.
• Ensure to manage the development of accounting admissions, credit/collections and internal control policies.
• Recommend to the management on the issues related to Stock Management and Inventory controlling.
• Prepare periodical Management Information Reports.
• Performs all other functions as assigned by Management.
• Ensure to take the responsibility for maintaining accurate records.
• Providing effective financial controlling & also implement Control systems.

Managerial Qualities:
• Leadership skills that utilize persuasion and motivation to attain organizational goals is the most desirable management quality, followed by honesty, integrity, ethical behavior, tactfulness, openness, and cultural awareness.
• Ability to accept responsibility.
• Self-confidence, motivation, drive and tenacity.
• Ability to enhance organizational performance.
• Ability to clearly delegate tasks and responsibilities.
• Ability to think strategically, inductively, and creatively.
• Propensity to recognize and acknowledge other people’ ideas.

Your experience and skills include:
• A graduate degree in business or CPA (K)
• 3 years’ experience in a similar position within the hospitality industry.
• Previous experience financial reports, P&L and balance sheet.
• Prior experience working with Accounting Systems and POS (Sun, Opera, Micros,Silverware)


JOB DETAILS:
Finance/Accounts Officer

Job Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: commerce (accounting or finance option), business administration (accounting option), or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• At least CPA II or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and
• Certificate in computer proficiency from a recognized institution;
• Fulfills the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities entail: -
• Assisting in the preparation of cheques and posting payments and receipts;
• Contacting clients about invoices and handling queries relating to accounts;
• Supporting the verification of payments and receipt vouchers and committal documents;
• Assisting in the movement and safe custody of cash;
• Supporting data capture, filing and maintaining ledgers;
• Maintaining financial records;
• Assisting in the preparation of budget estimates, accounts and management reports;
• Supporting audits and reconciliation

Key Competencies and Skills
• Analytical skills;
• Excellent and communication and reporting skills;
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills; and
• Team player.

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