The successful applicant will be expected to plan, organise and implement financial management and accounting systems and procedures to ensure the timely and accurate maintenance of the Bureau’s accounts and financial statements and adequacy of cash flows to meet the Bureau’s requirements.
Job Summary
- Type: contract
- Location: Gaborone
- Category: Finance
- Closing Date: 2026-05-19
Key Responsibilities
- Play key role managing the income generation from all assets to maximise return on investment.
- Development and implementation of the corporate financial strategy, financial policies and procedures to ensure cost effective and efficient financial services delivery.
- Identify and manage financial risks of BOBS
- Actively participate in the implementation of Quality Management System
- Availability and accuracy of financial statements and accounts.
- Reduction in the new and recurring of audit queries.
Requirements
- Degree in accounting or equivalent plus members of internationally recognised accounting professional body such as ACCA, CIMA, BICA and CA.
- 5 years post qualification qualifying experience in a computerised accounting environment, 3 years of which should have been at a supervisory level.
- A valid driving licence.
- Corporate management skills
- Strong communications and interpersonal skills
- Initiative, Pro-active, decisive and assertive
- Computer literacy is essential
- Analytical thinking
- Supervisory abilities
Salary
Competitive
How to Apply
A detailed CV, names of three referees and certified copies of certificates should accompany applications and be emailed to: recruitment@bobstandards.bw not later than 19th May 2026. BOBS will enter into correspondence with shortlisted candidates only.
For any enquiries do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at Telephone Number: 3903200/3645560/3645561.
For any enquiries do not hesitate to contact Human Resources at Telephone Number: 3903200/3645560/3645561.
REF Code: 2/2026/2027
About the Company
The Botswana Bureau of Standards (BOBS) operates as Botswana's national body responsible for standardization and quality assurance. Established with a clear mandate, its core objective is to formulate and implement national standards across diverse industries. These standards are crucial for ensuring the quality and reliability of products and services available within the country. Furthermore, BOBS actively promotes comprehensive quality assurance activities throughout Botswana's economy. Through these vital functions, BOBS significantly contributes to fostering consumer confidence, supporting industrial growth, and enhancing overall market integrity across the nation.
Ensuring Quality, Setting Standards for a Better Botswana
Website: https://bobstandards.bw/