Vanuatu Red Cross Society
Location:
Port Vila
Due Date:
11-03-2022
Type:
Full Time
Organisation Description:
Purpose of the Society
Founded in 1982, VRCS is a major stakeholder in the humanitarian system. The Society is recognized by the Government as auxiliary to the public authorities in the humanitarian field in accordance with the provisions of the First Geneva Convention. The organization is also one member of the National Disaster Committee.
VRCS has identified Disaster Management and Disaster Preparedness as one of its main areas of intervention with a particular focus on community based disaster preparedness. It also implements a Health Program, whose main components are First Aid and Hygiene Promotion. The organization also encourages Youth participation and promotes the International Humanitarian Law.
VRCS has branches in 6 different provinces. It can also rely on a solid network of trained volunteers all over the country. Around 22 staff members are currently working at HQ in Efate, while around 14 are working in the other islands.
Job Desctiption:
Purpose of the job:
The purpose of this position is to oversee VRCS's finances to ensure financial resources are well used to achieve VRCS objectives. Responsibilities include finance development, financial and management accounting, payroll, and insurances. The incumbent is also a member of the management team.
Selection Criteria:
• Tertiary qualification in accounting/finance or equivalent
• Well organised
• Impeccable integrity
• Able to work well under pressure for extended periods
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to multi-task and manage sometimes rapidly changing priorities
• Extensive experience in accounting and financial management, including preparing and working within budgets
• Prior experience in staff management
• Strong communication skills in English and Bislama (French would be advantageous)
• Excellent report writing skills (both narrative and financial information), including presentation
• Expertise in MYOB accounting software
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Knowledge of the Vanuatu context (especially regarding payroll)
• Knowledge of the Red Cross movement would be an asset
Salary:
How to Apply
Apply by:
Contact Person:
Nemi NAPARAU
Contact Phone:
(678) 27418
Email to send applications to:
recruitment@redcrossvanuatu.com
Postal Address or location to apply in person:
Interested candidates may submit their applications, with letter of interest and CV, no later than 11th March, 2022 to HR department: recruitment@redcrossvanuatu.com
VRCS HR Department, PO Box 618, Port-Vila, Vanuatu
Application by email: recruitment@redcrossvanuatu.com
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Website:
How to apply - more information:
Interested candidates are invited to pick up a more detailed Job description of this position at Vanuatu Red Cross Office (located at Vanuatu Red Cross Headquarters), or send request by mail to: recruitment@redcrossvanuatu.com
For further information on the above job please contact the employer directly.
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