Director, Finance, Human Resource, and Administration Job Vacancy at ESAMI

The Eastern and Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI) is an intergovernmental regional management development centre. The institute was established with the primary objective of providing the region with trained personnel in various critical areas, including policy management, transportation management, financial management, information technology management, human resources management, project management, energy and environment management, and gender management, among others.

The Opportunity

ESAMI seeks a suitably qualified and experienced individual to fill the vacancy of the Director, Finance, Human Resource, and Administration at its headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania. The successful candidate will be responsible for the long-term health and growth of the institute, including planning, organizing, coordinating, leading, directing, and managing the functions and operations of the Finance, Human Resource, and Administration directorate.

The Director provides strategic leadership and oversight in the effective management of financial resources, human capital, and administrative operations. This role is instrumental in ensuring the organization’s performance and efficient administrative processes to support the achievement of the institute’s overall objectives. The position reports to the Director General and supervises the Chief Accountant, Manager Human Resources, Manager ICT and Digital, and Procurement Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Responsibility for all accounting and financial matters of the Institute, ensuring accurate accounting and financial records are maintained and kept up to date.
2. Develop and operate sound accounting, financial control, and budgeting systems, and evaluate their effectiveness.
3. Develop cash flow requirements of the Institute for short- and long-term financial planning.
4. Provide financial planning and analysis services, including long-term revenue and expenditure forecasts, and recommend remedial measures for adverse financial trends.
5. Ensure the prompt production of accurate reports (weekly, quarterly, semiannually, and annually) for auditing and publication in accordance with the Institute’s requirements.
6. Oversee the administration of grants, subventions, and loans, advising on financing for major projects.
7. Oversee workforce development, including attracting, developing, and retaining high-caliber employees, and fostering a high-performance culture.
8. Ensure the provision of appropriate and adequate facilities and property to cater for staff, programs, and student enrollment.
9. Oversee the procurement of goods and services to support the Institute’s service delivery to both external and internal customers.
10. Establish and direct the implementation of the Digital and Technology Division’s strategic plan in alignment with the Institute’s Strategic Plan.

Entry Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or any other relevant field with professional qualifications and membership in a relevant professional body such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, etc.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a senior managerial position in a similar organization.

Competencies:

• Strategic thinking
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Adaptability and decision-making abilities
• Strong ethics and professionalism
• Problem-solving and analytical skills

Mode of Application:

Applications should include:

• CV
• Copies of certificates and testimonials
• Three (3) referees

Applications should be emailed to:
The Director General
ESAMI
P.O. Box 3030
Arusha, Tanzania
Email: jobs@esami-africa.org

Closing Date: Applications should be received by 7th February 2025.
Only applications sent by email will be considered.

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