DEPUTY DIRECTOR – FINANCIAL SERVICES (X2) – UNIVERSITY OF BOTSWANA

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES 

VACANCY NO: IRC 784 – DEPUTY DIRECTOR-FINANCIAL SERVICES (x2) Re- Advertisement

Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) assist the Director in planning, organizing, coordinating and controlling the University’s accounting and financial management functions to ensure the accurate and timely preparation and maintenance of budget, accounts and financial reports; (ii) assist in developing financial policies; (iii) oversee investment programs; (iv) ensure adherence to established accounting systems, procedures and standards; (v) implement appropriate technologies for solid financial management.

Requirements: Candidates should have: (i) a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Financial Management or equivalent; (ii) full membership of an internationally recognized body of Professional Accounts such as ACCA, CIMA, CA; (iii) at least five years post qualification relevant work experience in a University environment or a comparable and reputable private sector organization as Chief Accountant/Audit Manager/Financial Controller or equivalent position; (iv) thorough knowledge of Financial Management and proven ability to design and implement Financial Management and Fiscal Control Systems in a computerized environment and develop financial policies and procedures; (v) excellent management and leadership skills, communication and interpersonal skills, analytical thinking and problem solving skills and should be pro-active and innovative.

Remuneration: The University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information visit our website www.ub.bw.

How to apply: Please attach application letter, up-to-date CV, certified true copies of educational certificate and transcripts. Also quote the vacancy number and the post applied for, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Manager, Appointments and Administration (Support), University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana. Telephone: (267) 3552040/5731, Fax (267) 3974796. Applicants should inform their referees to: (i) Quote the Vacancy Number and Position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated closing date. Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office 205 at Block 108.

Please note that applications with incomplete information shall not be acknowledged.

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

CLOSING DATE: 22nd May, 2019