Accounts Assistant
ANSAF is an acronym
for Agricultural Non State Actors Forum. It was formed in 2006 by members from
the private and civil society organizations working in the agricultural sector
in Tanzania. The impetus for the formation of ANSAF was demand driven. The
forum’s objectives are first;
is to advocate for a pro-poor and conducive
agriculture policy environment where Civil Society Organizations and the
private sector effectively engage with and influence agriculture sector
policies and practices. Secondly; to effectively analyze the existing
agriculture policies and suggest alternative views/directions. The third main
objective is to provide a platform for learning, sharing, networking and
coalition building around best practices and key issues in the agriculture
sector.
Vision
A
Tanzanian Society free of poverty where sound agricultural policies and best
practices contribute to the transformation of the country’s economy.
Mission
To work with ANSAF members and non-members to strengthen
the coordination and collaboration of joint efforts in the agricultural sector
in addressing crucial issues affecting marginal and smallholder farmers by
influencing government policies through advocacy and lobbying.
JOB
DESCRIPTION
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Job
Title:
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Accounts Assistant
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Reports
to:
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Accounts Officer
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Job
Location:
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Dar-es-Salaam
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Job
Purpose:
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To provide overall financial support
and strategic direction of ANSAF
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Main
Duties and Responsibilities
1.
Maintain
proper books of accounts. This includes posting transactions in petty cashbook
and bank books and updating float book.
2.
Responsible
for raising journal vouchers to make adjustments and recording non-cash
transactions to be approved by line
manager.
3.
Undertake
monthly reconciliation of manual floatbook and float balance in the
computerized accounting system.
4.
To
ensure that all financial vouchers/documents are properly backed up and filed
on a daily basis.
5.
Responsible
for filing statutory returns such as PAYE, PPF, Payroll returns and Provisional
returns.
6.
Support
logistics unit in reviewing stores records, transport records and inventory of
assets.
7.
Update
ANSAF Fixed Assets Register on a timely basis.
8.
Conduct
other assignments as required by Management.
Qualifications and Experience
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The
candidate should have at least 2 years experience in accounting and financial
management.
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Holder
of a Degree /Advanced Diploma in Accountancy or Equivalent from a recognized
institution.
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Must
have experience with computerized accounting system. Knowledge on QuickBooks
will be an added advantage.
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Should
be honest, disciplined, Integrity with a proven track record.
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Team
player
How to Apply
Interested individuals should submit their applications
with the following
1. Application letter explaining why you
think you qualify for this post
2. Current CV, indicating relevant
experience based on previous tasks; and skills that you are bringing into the
organization
All applications should be submitted
to the following address
Administration
& HR Coordinator
Agricultural
Non State Actors’ Forum (ANSAF)
P.O
Box 33562
Dar
es Salaam
OR
Email: admin@ansaf.or.tz
Deadline for submission is 09th May 2015
Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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