Finance Manager at the Irish Embassy in Tanzania

Finance Manager Position at Embassy of Ireland, Dar es Salaam

Overview

The Embassy of Ireland in Dar es Salaam is seeking to recruit a highly motivated and dynamic individual to join its team in the position of Finance Manager. Our mission is to promote and protect abroad the values, interests, and economic well-being of Ireland and its people. We do this under the political direction of our Ministers, through our staff at home and through our Embassy network abroad. The Finance Manager supports the Embassy team in providing strong, efficient, and effective financial management and control at mission level to ensure that the Mission delivers its strategic objectives. The Finance Manager is a member of the Senior Management Team in the Embassy and reports to the Ambassador. The successful candidate is expected to contribute towards improving the wider financial management and internal financial control environment of the Embassy, including of its development cooperation programmes.

Essential Requirements

Candidates must have:

• A BA in Accounting or related fields from a recognized university.
• An internationally recognised accountancy qualification (e.g., ACCA) with a minimum of 5 years of post-qualification working experience in a financial management and control role, with at least 3 years at a senior level.
• Experience in the use of financial management accounting package (knowledge of Infor Sun Systems would be a strong advantage).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including managing, interpreting, and manipulating large data sets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of applications; advanced financial skills with Microsoft Excel are essential.
• Knowledge of financial procedures, budgeting, budget monitoring, procurement processes, and systems.
• A proven track record showing a very high degree of integrity and trust.
• A high degree of motivation with a proven ability to work under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• An ability to manage staff and deliver results on time and as a team.
• Interpersonal skills to form effective working relationships with people at all levels and the ability to handle a leadership role.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
• All applicants must have a permanent legal right to reside and work in Tanzania.

Desirable Skills, Experience, and Competencies

Extra marks will be awarded for:

• A strong background and knowledge of government regulations and laws, public sector accounting, and financial procedures and regulations surrounding international funding.
• Experience working for Embassies or International Organisations will be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with development cooperation project funding.

Roles and Responsibilities

The precise range of duties will vary over time according to the needs of the Embassy, but will include the following:

• Managing and implementing the financial management system and system of internal financial control in line with the Department of Foreign Affairs financial policies and procedures.
• Inputting to Mission decision-making processes, including ensuring the effective and efficient management of resources.
• Participating in Mission multi-annual and annual budgeting, ensuring value for money.
• Participating in the Mission risk management committee and ensuring measures are in place to mitigate risks to the achievement of the Embassy’s objectives.
• Ensuring accurate and complete recording of the financial transactions for the administration budget of the Embassy and its development cooperation programme budgets.
• Providing timely financial management information and reporting to senior management within the Embassy and headquarters in Ireland.
• Ensuring the Embassy is in compliance with all documented control procedures, local taxes and other regulatory payments, and relevant accounting standards.
• Ensuring systems are in place to safeguard the Embassy/programme assets.
• Providing technical financial support to programmes, primarily capacity assessments for existing and potential partners.
• Supervising the Embassy finance assistant, including providing the necessary mentoring support to their capacity, within the Embassy’s finance unit.
• Carrying out all routine financial management tasks to a high standard.
• Carrying out other functions as assigned as part of the Embassy team and subject to the business needs of the Embassy.

Terms and Conditions of Employment

• Primary work location: Embassy of Ireland, Dar es Salaam.
• Start date: As soon as possible.
• Contract duration: The successful candidate will be offered a three-year fixed-term contract, including a probationary period of six months.
• Working hours: Full time, or 38 hours per week, with standard office hours from 8am to 4:30pm. Occasional late working or attendance at work-related events outside of working hours is required (periodic travel will be required).
• Annual leave: 24 days’ annual leave per annum.
• Gross salary: Entry point of scale for Pay scale A is TZS 147,283,225, including a 13th month (TSH 11,329,479 per month). Salaries are paid direct to a bank account; therefore, the successful candidate must have a local bank account. The salary is set by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and is non-negotiable.
• Benefits: Staff Medical Insurance Scheme.

How to Apply

• The Job Description and Application Form for this position are available on our website: https://www.ireland.ie/en/tanzania/ daressalaam/about/ job-opportunities/finance-manager/
• Completed application forms should be sent via e-mail only to embassydarjobs@dfa.ie with the subject line “Finance Manager”.
• Applications must be received before 17:00hrs (local time) on 13th July 2025.
• CVs or cover letters will not be accepted.
• No applications will be accepted after this deadline.
• Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Selection Process

• Depending on the number of applications received, a short-listing of candidates to be called for a competency-based interview may be undertaken based on the Essential/Key Requirements above.
• It is planned that interviews will be held in person at the Embassy of Ireland in Dar es Salaam in August 2025.
• A technical assessment will be included in the recruitment process.
• A second and third interview may be included in the recruitment process.
• A panel may be set up depending on the calibre of candidates.

General Data Protection Regulation

All personal information received will be kept in line with GDPR guidelines.

Security Clearance for Local Staff

Police security clearance will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for appointment. Enquiries may also be made with the police force of any country in which the applicant under consideration for appointment resided. If unsuccessful, this information will be destroyed. If the applicant subsequently comes under consideration for another position, they will be required to supply this information again.

Additional Notes

• Please note that canvassing will disqualify applicants.
• The Embassy of Ireland in Tanzania is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity.