Post:Accounting Intern
Organization: WomenCraft
Location:Ngara,Tanzania
Salary:Very Attractive
WomenCraft is a community-driven social enterprise operating from Ngara, Tanzania.
WomenCraft’s
mission is to increase economic opportunity in the post-conflict
tri-border area of Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi by bringing rural women
together, facilitating their growth and connecting their artistry to the
global marketplace. Through WomenCraft, over 300 artisans advance
themselves, raise stronger, families, stimulate their communities and
inspire the world around them.
Position Description: This is an
ideal opportunity for you gain experience in Accounting and Bookkeeping
for a not-for-profit social enterprise while gaining hands-on,
real-world, international experience that will make a difference in the
lives of women in East Africa.
WomenCraft creates sustainable
livelihoods for women by promoting their traditional skills in the
production of fair trade products. As women develop their income, they
need assistance to develop or improve their accounting skills to manage
this growing income. WomenCraft also needs assistance to implement new
ways of improving the financial management of the organization.
Expected Projects and Skills Learned:
Teach women entrepreneurs basic accounting skills;
Work one-on-one with women to help them understand and create budgets and financial plans to achieve their goals;
Help WomenCraft with various accounting projects that improve the financial management of the organization;
Carry
out basic accounting processes including accounts payable, accounts
receivable, payroll, grant accounting, internal auditing and bank
reconciliations;
Work closely with Deputy Director to create monthly financial reports and financial workflows;
Build the capacity of local staff members by providing training to help staff effectively manage their projects.
Qualifications:
• Proficiency in Quickbooks
• Undergraduate degree or concentration in Accounting or Finance
• Experience with capacity building and training
• Detail oriented
• Excellent time management skills
• Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication skills
• Ability to be flexible and make contributions as a member of a team
• Previous international travel, especially in the developing world, a plus
• Ability to live and work in a remote environment
• Interest in fair trade, refugees and/or international development
How to apply:
Please send a CV and cover letter through email to info@womencraft.org and indicate dates of availability.
- See more at: http://reliefweb.int/job/611127/accounting-intern#sthash.xBIfPZ6T.dpuf
Closing date: 01 Dec 2013
How to Apply
http://reliefweb.int/job/611127/accounting-intern
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