Organization Name: University of Botswana (UB)

Job Title: DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL SERVICES *REF: VACANCY NO: CFO/FS01/2025

Role Purpose:
The Director, Financial Services is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the university, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the university’s overall mission and objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Governance
Budgeting and Financial Analysis
Financial Management, Reporting and Compliance
Fixed Asset Management
Grant and Projects financial Management
Cash flow and Treasury Management
Customer and Stakeholder Experience
Risk Management and Compliance
People Management

Requirements

Bachelor of Accounting or relevant accounting degree.
A relevant professional qualification, Chartered Accounting, is required (BICA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).
Master’s degree Accounting, Finance or a related field is required is an added advantage.
At least ten (10) years of experience in financial management or leadership roles.
Professional Registration or license
BICA membership is required.
Extensive experience in financial management at senior management level.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage diverse teams effectively.
Proven experience in managing financial operations, including budgeting, financial planning and reporting.
Proficiency in office productivity software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).
Strong strategic planning and execution skills.
Exceptional problem solving and decision-making abilities.

How to Apply

How to Apply: Letters of application are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine the applicants’ suitability for the position. Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for; provide current CVs (including telephone, telex and telefax numbers and e-mails), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and submit three (3) names of individuals willing to submit references directly to the university. Send complete documentation to: The Executive Assistant to the CFO, University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana. Telephone: (+267) 3552956. E-mail: nkarod@ub.ac.bw Hand-delivered applications: should be submitted to Office No. 111 at Block 108 (first floor, Administration Building) Closing Date: 25th March 2026

REF Code: CFO/FS01/2025 | Vacancy Circular No: CFO/FS01/2025