Specific responsibilities 

These responsibilities shall be adapted to the particularities of the job location and context, phase of operation, strategic focus and type of programme intervention. This section shall be revised whenever a new employee is hired or the context changes significantly. 

• Prepare and analyze the Balance Accounts Reconciliation for NRC  Area office Mueda .
• Prepare and analyze the Project BVA for NRC Mueda  Area office.
• Contribute in the design, development and implementation of the grants management policies, procedures and practices 
• Participate in the preparation of the Administrative budget in the Area office  
• Training of finance and non-finance staff on financial procedures and policies 
• Ensure monthly budget monitoring is done for each project
• Ensure timely  request of cash for the area office  to ensure proper cash flow is maintained all the time 
• Ensure timely preparation of payments vouchers

1. Competencies 

Competencies are important in order for the employee and the organisation to deliver desired results. They are relevant for all staff and are divided into the following two categories:

1. Professional competencies 

These are skills, knowledge and experience that are important for effective performance. 

Academic Qualifications    

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field 
• Professional  accounting certification ACCA/CPA is an added advantage.

Generic professional competencies:

• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Financial accounting and Budget management 
• Good knowledge of financial reporting systems 
• Very strong computer based financial analysis skills 
• Good hands on experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Context/Specific skills, knowledge and experience: 

• Knowledge of the context in Mueda Mozambique 
• Knowledge of the local language and English 
• Good understanding of the context in Cabo Delgado 
• Experience working on emergency context. 
• Strong analysis skills (qualitative and quantitative)
• Excellent one to one and group communication /information presentation skills 
• Good understanding of various donors’ financial requirements 
• Experience working with Excel and other computerized accounting systems. knowledge of Agresso software package will be an added advantage.
• Goal oriented with ability to work under pressure, independently and with limited supervision.

2. Behavioural competencies (max 6)

These are personal qualities that influence how successful people are in their job. NRC’s Competency Framework states 12 behavioural competencies and the following are essential for this position:

• Managing resources to optimize results
• Managing performance and development
• Analysing
• Handling insecure environments
• Empowering and building trust