Friday, 13 January 2012

South Sudan Job Vacancy -Logistician at Samaritan Purse Relief International

Job Title:Logistician, South Sudan (990)

South Sudan - The Logistician is responsible to oversee and manage logistics, staff security, and to design and implement systems for procurement, importation, and transport of emergency relief commodities. When appropriate, this position will provide support for the field operations of food distribution and emergency relief by Samaritan’s Purse (SP) in South Sudan. In addition the Logistician may serve as an accountant for the assigned project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, implement and maintain an effective system of procurement, transportation, and storage of all project and office relief and support materials and commodities
• Act as a focal point for logistical requests from the team, implementing and safeguarding SP field procurement system
• Develop and implement reliable and appropriate processes for orderly, effective and safe distribution of relief items in the field, helping to manage the distribution
• Assist the Area Coordinator with decision making related to field operations
• Assist in maintenance and improving the project logistic systems, vehicles, radio/electrical and other equipment
• Manage and maintain the vehicle fleet, ensuring that all the vehicles are properly maintained and used within SP policy
• Ensure logistical success of project goals, including transportation and storage of communities to field locations, collation of waybills and waybill reporting
• Formally report on security and logistical status of projects and field sites to the Area Coordinator as well as the formal briefing of the project team
• Hire and manage national logistics and security staff, if necessary
• Manage strategic relationships with customs clearance, airport authorizes, NGO and military logistical personnel where applicable, merchants and other significant individuals
• Maintain careful records of all compound inventoried items, noting their movement and status
• Assist in the procurement of needed supplies, including construction materials, base supplies, materials to support programs, and supplies needed for ministry
• Keep careful records of consumption, and submit supply orders to stock both food and other supplies for compound staff programs
• Keep records of all base storerooms, inventorying and distributing donations as they become available

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Ability to cope with stress and live in basic conditions; flexibility and patience
• Previous experience working with Food Assistance and/or Agricultural programs and/or community-based programming in Africa
• Strong verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to network and build relationships with government, civil society, and community partners
• Experience with and have a working knowledge of Access or other relational data base systems beneficial
• Any level of Arabic beneficial

12 month contract with potential for renewal
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/logistician_south_sudan_990/

South Sudan Job Vacancy-Field Accountant at Samaritan Purse International Relief

Job Title:Field Accountant, Unity State, South Sudan (960)

Unity State, South Sudan - The Field Accountant, Unity State is responsible for implementing, and coordinating all financial and budgetary aspects of programs in Unity State, South Sudan; he/she is also responsible for administrative field accounting, expenditures, bookkeeping and payroll related to the specific programs and projects that operate from the Yida and Bentui Base in South Sudan.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain detailed records for all financial transactions in an organized and professional manner
• Perform daily functions including recording all cash, check and bank transfer transactions, maintain cash and bank ledgers, monitor cash advances and field expense reports, reconcile cash on hand and monthly bank reconciliation
• Provide required monthly financial reports by specified deadlines to the Finance Manager as assigned
• Ensure financial/accounting activity is carried out in accordance with Samaritan’s Purse’s (SP) field accounting policies
• Review and ensure accuracy of financial transactions for SP field operations based in the region as appropriate (includes vouchers, FERs, Cash Advances, transfers, etc.)
• Ensure adequate cash flow for operations and safety of financial resources at base
• Ensure all cash is reconciled on a weekly basis, reporting any over/under to country office and investigate any over/under situations
• Administer all cash advances to employees and partners, reconciling all receipts and remaining cash at month’s end
• Maintain close and cooperative working relationships with fellow financial staff and the Finance Manager
• Provide support to Base Manager and/or Program Managers with regard to financial policies/practices and related areas as required
• Ensure contracts are current on all rental properties, facilities, and vehicles
• Identify areas for financial and administrative improvement and work to implement feasible improvements
• Prepare and submit month-end reports to SP office regarding country-wide operations in a timely fashion
• Follow all procedures provided by Finance Manager and Country Director
• Maintain accuracy in financial records

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in finance or related field and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong relational skills and financial management experience preferred
• Experience with foreign currencies and grants management preferred
• Proven management experience
• Ability to communicate and interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Above average communication skills-both verbal and written
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite-in particular, Excel
• People management and delegation abilities
• Works well in adverse team and a pressured environment
• Diplomatic, level-headed in stressful environment

12 month contract with potential for renewal
This position is unaccompanied.
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/field_accountant_unity_state_south_sudan_960/

South Sudan Job Vacancy-Emergency Relief Coordinator at Samaritan Purse International Relief

Job Title:Emergency Relief Coordinator, South Sudan (1002)

Akuem, South Sudan - The Emergency Relief (ER) Coordinator is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and oversight of programs in Emergency Relief Operations in South Sudan. The ER Coordinator must ensure that all program designs and outputs align with Samaritan’s Purse’s (SP) strategy, donor standards, and local laws. Other essential duties include the management of: Operations, Security, Human Resources, Financial Reporting, and Community Relations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate all projects in Emergency responses in close communication with the Deputy Country Director (DCD) and Country Director (CD)
• Work directly with the program managers to address programmatic challenges
• Adjust implementation strategies as necessary for successful program outputs
• Ensure each program is contributing a significant impact through monitoring and evaluation
• Produce weekly and monthly program reports submitted to the CD
• Review quarterly and final reports for external donors
• Assist with new program proposals and budget writing
• Approve international purchase requests
• Audit procurement systems, pricing, and inventory on a monthly basis
• Update evacuation and contingency plans frequently
• Conduct regular security meetings with national and international staff
• Assess risk and, in coordination with the senior management team, determine areas of safe operation
• Enforce safety and security policies and procedures.
• Manage Human Resources including: work directly with the South Sudan HR manager, ensure staff morale is high, track and approve expatriate leave time, conduct performance evaluations for staff that are directly managed, resolve staff disputes and disagreements, conduct interviews for vacant management positions, enforce disciplinary measures as necessary
• Monitor financial risk, reporting, and program budgets: work with the Finance Manager to produce funds requests and spending forecasts, approve funding requests and payments, review program activity reports to ensure proper expense allocation, conduct surprise cash counts
• Facilitate good community relations by establishing and maintaining positive relationships with church leaders, Government officials, the UN, and Non-Government Organizations (NGOs): ensure that SP is accepted by the community, attend relevant meetings, coordinate with Government, NGO’s and UN agencies to avoid overlap and identify programming gaps
• With a generous and serving spirit perform all other tasks and responsibilities assigned for the benefit of Samaritan’s Purse
• Maintain a Christian witness to the communities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree; or 3 to 4 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous experience working overseas, particularly in Africa or Middle East
• Field level management experience.
• Emergency Response experience
• Possesses strong organizational and critical thinking skills
• Possesses strong cross cultural communication skills, as well as written and verbal
• Experienced in cross-cultural team leadership
• Experienced in managing multiple programs and large diverse teams
• Must be a humble team player
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable
• Understanding of local culture is essential
• Willingness to travel in and out of the field
• Willingness to stay in the field for extended periods
• Knowledge of computer systems and its applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to drive a standard transmission vehicle in rough road and extremely muddy conditions
• Arabic language skills a plus

12 month contract with the potential of renewal
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/emergency_relief_coordinator_south_sudan_1002/

Niger Job Vacancy-Program Manager Job Vacancy at Samaritan Purse International Relief

Job Title:Program Manager, Health and Nutrition, Niger (1004)

Niamey, Niger - The Program Manager, Health and Nutrition is responsible to manage and coordinate all health and nutrition activities for Niger Country Office. This includes seeking new programs and supervising, and reporting on current programs as well as developing new programming opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all health and nutrition supervisors and their activities
• Manage finances for health and nutrition programs and provide regular financial reports to donors and the country accountant
• Provide monthly reports to the Country Director on the progress of all health and nutrition programs
• Provide weekly, monthly, trimestral and annual reports to UNICEF on the progress of all health and nutrition programs
• Make periodic visits to Samaritan’s Purse (SP) field sites to provide field staff support, address programmatic challenges, and explore potential health and nutrition program possibilities
• Write health and nutrition proposals and projects budgets, monitor effectiveness and financial expenditures, and evaluate ongoing and new activities
• Coordinate with other Non-Government Organizations (NGOs), Intergovernmental Organizations (IOs), and government ministries that are active in health and nutrition
• Expand health and nutrition activities geographically over time to cover all areas of SP intervention in Niger
• Look for opportunities to incorporate ministry into health and nutrition programs
• Conduct field assessments, identifying potential needs, designing and implementing response plans, including project budgets and writing funding proposals.
• Other duties as assigned by the Country Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s in Public Health (MPH) or equivalent experience
• Experience working overseas, preferable in Africa
• Experience in nutrition work beneficial
• Bilingual French/English
• Proven management and leadership experience
• Willingness to work with the UN as well as partner with other NGOs
• Excellent planning, organizational and communication skills
• Strong relational skills and financial management experience preferred
• Works well in a diverse team and a pressured environment
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to travel to field sites to monitor projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel
• Spiritual maturity; Ability to keep the focus of work on the overall goal of sharing the gospel

12 month contract with the potential for renewal
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/program_manager_health_and_nutrition_niger_1004/

Niger Job Vacancy-Program Development Officer at Samaritan Purse International Relief

Job Title:Program Development Officer, Niger (999)

Niamey, Niger - The Program Development Officer will assist country program management in the development of new programming (proposal development), monitoring of projects (monthly reports and tracking of results over time), and oversight of donor partnerships.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Liaison between Samaritan’s Purse (SP) and Governmental/Non-Governmental authorities for collaborative programming on behalf of SP.
• Monitor and be aware of upcoming agency “calls for proposals” and proactively inform the Country Director (CD) and Regional Director (RD) of upcoming opportunities
• Write concept papers, proposals, and project summaries in support of the Country Director
• Work with the Country Director, Program Managers, and Finance Officer to develop proposal budgets
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of quarterly program activities
• Coordinate assessments and conduct field visits in order to collect and verify data
• Analyze data and background materials in order to provide guidance and support to Program Managers and key decision makers
• Maintain base line data of social indicators and digital library
• Research and propose best practices in development programs and Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) operations
• Oversee updates of SP database that captures project details and geographical coverage of activities
• Provide surge capacity and assume additional responsibilities in the event of a natural disaster or crisis
• Assist the CD with various program activities as needed and when not directly engaged in Program Development activities
• Assist the Country Director with strategic planning and the implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting of newly funded programs
• Keep the Regional Director and Country Director informed of project status, information, needs, and concerns. Provide and maintain a monthly project tracking and status report on all assigned programs, projects, and initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from four-year college or university; or three to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working for humanitarian organizations or International NGOs will be an advantage
• Fluent in French and English, with ability to prepare proposals and reports in either language
• Strong skills in analytical and strategic thinking
• Proven experience in database development and management
• Good quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to develop and carry out work plans and solve problems independently
• Strong writing and presentation skills
• Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment
• Excellent knowledge of computer applications, in particular proficiency required in MS Word, MS Excel and Power Point

12 month contract with the potential for renewal.
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/program_development_officer_niger_999/

Niger Job Vacancy-Country Director at Samaritan Purse International Relief

Job Title:Country Director, Niger (988)

Niamey, Niger - Provide overall management to Samaritan’s Purse (SP) activities in Niger, including project development, staff management, and implementation within organizational guidelines. Position requires commitment and understanding of SP Mission and Statement of Faith, as well as agreement and compliance with the Samaritan’s Purse statement of faith and policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide overall vision, management and leadership to SP activities in Niger
• Provide professional representation for SP with government officials, dignitaries, other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), funding agencies, and visitors
• Maintain awareness and communicate legal and cultural requirements and ensure reasonable compliance of SP with the same
• Ensure proper financial accounting and monthly reporting of all funds and financial activity
• Monitor potential and present emergencies and keep SP informed of events, including crisis response options
• Ensure appropriate supervision, support and direction for the effective engagement of all expatriate and national staff in their various assignments
• Serve as director, executive administrator, and primary contact for country field projects
• Monitor program effectiveness and financial accountability, and evaluate ongoing and new activities
• Implement programs within the organizational guidelines of Samaritan’s Purse
• Develop and implement staff reporting structure
• Prepare and submit monthly narrative and programmatic field reports to the Regional Director
• Conduct field assessments, identify needs, design and implement response plans, including project budgets and writing funding proposals
• Develop new programs, identifying and pursuing potential funding and other available resources for ongoing, new, or planned SP projects
• Ensure that stories and photographs are sent to the Regional Director on a regular basis to share with the Communications Department
• Maintain profiles on all field staff, including emergency contact numbers and copies of passports and visas, performance reviews and exit interviews
• Provide job descriptions for expatriate staff and make hiring / firing recommendations to Regional Director and Field Staff Coordinator
• Implement field policies to ensure staff satisfaction, safety and security
• Participate in emergency response and first insertion teams as needed
• Attend daily morning devotions and participate in prayer support for the ministry, its donors and volunteers
• Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public
• Assess, manage, and report critical physical, emotional, or spiritual concerns of supervised staff
• All other duties deemed necessary by the Regional Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ related international work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Twelve semester hours of approved Bible related training
• Fluent spoken and written English and French required
• Ability to travel to field sites to monitor projects
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Above average communication skills – both verbal and written
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Works well in a diverse team and a pressured environment
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Cheerful, diplomatic, encourager, concern for the spiritual well-being of the team
• Spiritual maturity; Ability to keep the focus of work on the overall goal of sharing the gospel
• Ability to communicate and interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Strong relational skills and financial management experience preferred
• Proven management and leadership experience
• Diplomacy, negotiating skills

24 month contract with the potential for renewal
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/country_director_niger_988/

West African Job Vacancy-Regional Program Development Officer at Samaritan Purse International Relief

Job Title:Regional Program Development Officer, West Africa (959)

Monrovia, Liberia - The Regional Program Development Officer, West Africa (RPDO) will work throughout West Africa as a part of the International Program Development Unit. The RPDO will focus on supporting and coordinating Samaritan’s Purse (SP) Field Offices as it relates the pursuit and development of programs and grant proposals in Africa. The incumbent will provide consultation in processes related to program and grant proposals to include writing, editing and the compilation of lessons learned. This position may be up to 40% travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop programming and proposals for SP Africa field offices using current SP program models and best practices. On occasion the RPDO will be asked to assist in the initial program implementation of proposals they write
• Build capacity of SP Africa field offices in general program development skills, behavior change communication, and qualitative evaluation skills
• Build relationships on behalf of SP Africa field offices with bilateral donors, International Non-governmental Organizations, and other agencies
• Align with the various SP Country Directors regarding the rules and regulations of the field office and ensure that they are aware of all meetings, progress and ideas being formulated
• Ensure that all proposals follow timetables that allow for the input/review by the technical advisors and the finance department and involve the Technical Advisory Unit in the concept development process of grant submissions
• Maintain a strong Christian witness to colleagues, vendors, charitable beneficiaries, and the general public

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commitment to the Samaritan’s Purse statement of faith, and experience in working with cross-cultural and cross-denominational Christians
• Technical writing skills including developing proposals, training/instruction manuals, and reports
• Knowledge of basic public health skills such as monitoring and evaluation; utilizing information, education, and communication; and program management
• Field experience in the implementation of relief and development programming
• Prior cross-cultural experience
• Working knowledge of the grant submission processes of major donors such as the UN, CIDA, DFID and USAID etc.
• Working knowledge of major bilateral donor funds for HIV/AIDS, such as PEPFAR, Global Fund
• Position requires extensive travel in and out of the field
• Fluency in spoken and written French is a plus

12 month contract with potential for renewal
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/regional_program_development_officer_west_africa_959/

Liberia Job Vacancy-Field Accountant at Samaritan Purse International Relief

Job Title:Field Accountant, Liberia (1005)

Monrovia, Liberia - The Field Accountant is responsible for administrative field accounting, expenditures, bookkeeping and payroll related to a specific program(s), projects in Liberia and as directed by the Finance Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain detailed records for all financial transactions in an organized and professional manner
• Perform daily functions including recording all cash, check and bank transfer transactions, maintain cash and bank ledgers, monitor cash advances and field expense reports, reconcile cash on hand and monthly bank reconciliation
• Provide required monthly financial reports by specified deadlines to the Country Director and Finance manager and International Headquarters (IHQ) as assigned
• Ensure financial/accounting activity is carried out in accordance with Samaritan’s Purse’s (SP) field accounting policies and perform other duties as assigned
• Review and approve financial transactions for SP field operations based in the region as appropriate (includes vouchers, FERs, Cash Advances, transfers, etc.)
• Ensure adequate cash flow for operations and safety of financial resources at base
• Ensure all cash is reconciled on a weekly basis, reporting any over/under to country office and investigate any over/under situations
• Administer all cash advances to employees and partners, reconciling all receipts and remaining cash at month’s end
• Maintain close and cooperative working relationships with fellow financial staff and the Country Director
• Provide support to Base Manager and/or Program Managers with regard to financial policies/practices and related areas as required
• Ensure contracts are current on all rental properties, facilities, and vehicles
• Identify areas for financial and administrative improvement and work to implement feasible improvements
• Prepare and submit month-end reports to SP IHQ regarding country-wide operations in a timely fashion
• Follow all procedures provided by Country Director and Finance Manager
• Maintain accuracy in financial records and perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with a minimum of 2 years bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Experience working with grants, proposals and financial matters stemming from agreements and contracts with AID organizations, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and governments
• Strong relational skills and financial management experience preferred
• Experience with foreign currencies and grants management preferred
• Ability to communicate and interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Above average communication skills-both verbal and written
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite-in particular, Excel
• People management and delegation abilities
• Works well in adverse team and a pressured environment
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Cheerful, diplomatic, encourager, concern for the spiritual well-being of the team
• Spiritual maturity; Ability to keep the focus of work on the overall goal of sharing the gospel
• Diplomatic and level-headed in frustrating environment

12 month contract with the potential for renewal

To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/field_accountant_liberia_1005/

Deputy Country Director at Samaritan Purse International Relief Kenya

Job Title:Deputy Country Director, Kenya (985)

Nairobi, Kenya - The Deputy Country Director (DCD) is responsible to assist the Country Director (CD) in activities that promote the success of field programs and staff development. Management responsibilities include government and donor relations, program design and implementation, grants, budgets, daily field operations, and field staff support.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with the CD to create and articulate a clear vision and strategy for Samaritan’s Purse (SP) in the field
• Perform field assessments, identify needs, and design appropriate response programs in coordination with the CD and area Program Managers (PM)
• Make periodic visits to SP field sites to provide field staff support, address programmatic challenges, and explore potential program possibilities
• Assist in writing proposals, creating budgets, and planning new activities
• Lead and coordinate field support team including Human Resource and Administration Manager and Operations Manager in conjunction with the CD
• Coordinate Finance and Program Managers in conjunction with the CD
• Maintain organizational and operational policies and procedures of SP
• Prepare and submit monthly narrative and programmatic field reports to the CD
• Monitor financial accountability, and ensure systems are in place to monitor accountability
• Provide professional representation for SP with government officials, dignitaries, other Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and visitors as requested
• Ensure SP compliance with legal and cultural requirements
• Monitor potential and present emergencies and keep SP informed of events, including crisis response
• Liaise with donors and potential partners in identifying and pursuing potential program and funding opportunities
• Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the field support team
• Responsible for orienting new staff; planning, assigning, and directing work of key managers; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Be a spiritual leader within the SP team
• All other duties deemed necessary by the Regional Director or Country Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and two years related experience
• Previous experience working overseas, particularly in Africa
• Extensive field humanitarian experience in a management role
• Experience in leading a large team, particularly experience in cross-cultural team leadership
• Possess strong organizational and communication skills
• Possess strong networking skills
• Knowledge of project planning and implementation
• Understanding and experience in logistics
• Experience of financial and administrative coordination
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable
• Ability to operate for extended periods in austere conditions
• Willingness to travel frequently
• Willingness to stay in the field for extended periods
• Ability to coordinate activities with local involvement and establish working relationships with other NGOs
• Knowledge of computer systems and its applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook
• Good team-worker and able to live and work closely with a team
• Ability to drive a standard transmission vehicle in rough road and extremely muddy conditions

24 month contract with the potential for renewal
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/deputy_country_director_kenya_985/

Community Health and Logistics Assistant Job Vacancy at Samaritan Relief International Bolivia Beni

Job Title:Community Health and Logistics Assistant, Ruth Bell Medical Boat (1020)

Bolivia - The Community Health and Logistics Assistant will work primarily onboard the 'Ruth Bell,' the Samaritan's Purse medical Boat, which will be navigating rivers in the Department of Beni in the Bolivian Amazon. The candidate will assist the Medical Boat Physician Coordinator and SP Beni Community Health staff in the: (1) design and implementation of integrated health and evangelism activities in remote river communities of Beni; and (2) coordination and lgostics of short-term international and national medical teams and personnel while they serve onboard the Ruth Bell.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Community Health & Evangelism Education (Approximately 70 % of time)
• Design Biblical Worldview materials and training lessons related to preventive health, hygiene and nutrition.
• Implement integrated health and evangelism outreaches in remote river communities visited by the Ruth Bell medical boat.
• Support the boat’s medical staff as auxiliary in providing medical care to patients.
• Establish and help supervise discipleship groups in remote river communities visited by the Ruth Bell.
• Organize OCC box distributions in river communities supported by the project.
• Draft project reports, including preparation of monthly and annual reports, project briefs and Impact Stories.
• Support the boat captain and crew in assigned activities during river voyages (cooking, cleaning, night watch duty, etc.).
• Provide logistical support in preparation of monthly boat trips, including menu planning, food and supplies purchases, operation of a standard transmission vehicle. In the case of boat maintenance, gathering price quote when needed and ordering special materials.

Coordination of International and National Volunteer Groups (Approximately 30 % of time)
• Coordinate short-term international and national volunteer medical/dental teams coming to serve onboard the Ruth Bell medical boat, including orientation, schedules, budgets, and logistics.
• Develop and manage relationships with World Medical Mission (WMM) post-resident physicians visiting the boat to support the project.
• Act as translator between WMM physicians and Spanish-speaking patients living in communities along the river in the Bolivian Amazon.
• Assist with communications and sharing of project information with donors and supporting churches.


QUALIFICATIONS
• Spiritual maturity and the ability to use and apply God's Word in leading self and others.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish.
• Strong initiative and self-motivation, with a commitment to teamwork.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Previous cross-cultural experience in Latin America required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in common computer packages (e.g., Word, Excel) relevant to the work.
• Preferred medical or public health background.
• Operation of a standard transmission four-wheel drive and, if possible, a motorcycle.

12 month contract
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/community_health_and_logistics_assistant_ruth_bell_medical_boat_1020/

Field Accountant Job Opportunity at Samaritan DR Congo

Job Title:Field Accountant, DR Congo
Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo - The Field Accountant is responsible for administrative field accounting, expenditures, bookkeeping and payroll related to a specific program(s), and projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo as assigned by the Country Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain detailed records for all financial transactions in an organized and professional manner
• Perform daily functions including recording all cash, check and bank transfer transactions, maintain cash and bank ledgers, monitor cash advances and field expense reports, reconcile cash on hand and monthly bank reconciliation
• Provide required monthly financial reports by specified deadlines to the Country Director and International Headquarters (IHQ) as assigned
• Ensure financial/accounting activity is carried out in accordance with Samaritan’s Purse’s (SP) field accounting policies and perform other duties as assigned
• Review and approve financial transactions for SP field operations based in the region as appropriate (includes vouchers, FERs, Cash Advances, transfers, etc.)
• Ensure adequate cash flow for operations and safety of financial resources at base
• Ensure all cash is reconciled on a weekly basis, reporting any over/under to country office and investigate any over/under situations
• Administer all cash advances to employees and partners, reconciling all receipts and remaining cash at month’s end
• Maintain close and cooperative working relationships with fellow financial staff and the Country Director
• Provide support to Base Manager and/or Program Managers with regard to financial policies/practices and related areas as required
• Ensure contracts are current on all rental properties, facilities, and vehicles
• Identify areas for financial and administrative improvement and work to implement feasible improvements
• Prepare and submit month-end reports to SP IHQ regarding country-wide operations in a timely fashion
• Follow all procedures provided by Country Director
• Maintain accuracy in financial records and perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field with a minimum of 2 years bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in French
• Strong relational skills and financial management experience preferred
• Experience with foreign currencies and grants management preferred
• Ability to communicate and interact well with people of different educational, linguistic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite-in particular, Excel
• People management and delegation abilities
• Works well in adverse team and a pressured environment
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Hard working with a servant’s heart
• Cheerful, diplomatic, encourager, concern for the spiritual well-being of the team
• Spiritual maturity; Ability to keep the focus of work on the overall goal of sharing the gospel
• High level of patience & flexibility
• Diplomatic and level-headed in frustrating environment

12 month contract with the potential for renewal
To Apply;
http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/employment_listings/position_listing_intl/field_accountant_dr_congo_987/

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