Director  The incumbent is responsible for management of all aspects of finance and accounting for RAU�s financial, human resources and other assets:Leads on strategic and tactical matters as they relate to budget management, forecasting needs and securing new funding;Represents the organisation as the chief financial spokesperson;Administers and monitors the financial system, and ensures that internal controls are installed and adequate; andPromotes an open, inclusive and collaborative work environment that emphasizes cooperation and teamwork Strategic Vision � leads all financial and accountability tasks necessary to achieve the organisation�s mission:Prepares budgets and funding scenarios required for implementation of strategic plans, working with Director to foster stakeholder relationships;Participates in developing organisational sustainability plans, fund-raising strategies and cost-recovery proposals; Raises awareness and trains staff in financial management, audit and ways to protect the organisation from waste and fraud; and May be invited to attend board meetings to explain or advise on financial matters.Managing for Results (MFR) � is accountable for organisation�s financial management according to legislation, professional accounting standards, and the requirements of donors and/or clients: Monitors the allocation of resources to ensure contractual and other financial commitments do not exceed available funds, reviews supporting documentation prior to certify the availability of funds prior to organisational commitments,;Ensures computerized record-keeping and accounting systems and procedures are installed and maintained; Prepares all financial statements and reports including monthly and annual organisational financial reports, ensuring that standard reports (income statements, balance sheets, monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements,are prepared timeously and accurately,Oversees accounts payable and receivable, ensures prompt payments,  maintains records of supplier accounts, invoices, purchase orders and cash systems and ensures substantiating documentation is approved as required before issuing payments;Verifies leave, tax, social security and personnel records, administers payrolland reporting, and may assist in designing or analyzing staff wage, benefits or other incentives Monitors banking activities of the organisation and ensure adequate cash flow to meet organisational needs, reconciles bank and internal accounting, issues reports on variances; Continually reviews and periodically certifies to the adequacy of internal controls; and Serves as primary liaison with audit teams.Representation & BuildingCoalitions:  Supports multiple alliances and partnerships as organisational financial subject matter expert and designated fiduciary representative:Assists in identifying funding opportunities, drafts prospective programmatic budgets, determines cost-effectiveness of proposed services;Acts as needed to answer financial questions or resolve problems on behalf of the organisation; and Fosters linkages with professional experts in like-minded civil society organisations to identify common issues, develop sustainability strategies and establish shared accounting standards.Teamwork � Conducts self, according to the highest ethical standards and recognizes organisational values, including: open communication:Fosters diversity of staff backgrounds, promotes expression of a range of views and removes barriers to staff participation;Appropriately recognizes contributions of others;Ensures workplace is free from harassment and discrimination; and Identifies performance problems and addresses in a timely manner through training and/or discipline when team members fail to contribute their assigned share of responsibilities.Nature and Purpose of Contacts:  The incumbent is the primary point of contact on all financial and accounting matters; s/he is expected to establish and maintain a network of external contacts with representatives of banking, labour or other government authorities, donors, civil society partners with the purpose of ensuring that the organisation is seen as a responsible fiduciary partner     A diploma or degree in accounting or business administration, and/or completion of post-secondary level in a recognized accounting program;  3-5 years  Fluency in English is required; additional language proficiency in Sindebele or Shona is highly desirable and candidates meeting all other requirements will be given preferenceLeadership: able to organize and plan multiple competing organisational demands and respond flexibly when circumstances dictate; able to use sound judgment when making high-risk decisions; must have shown problem solving/creativity in previous and/or current position(s); knows how to provide constructive feedback and mentoring, especially with respect to financial management;recognized as trustworthy and credible; and is self-aware and known to foster/support continued learning for self and others. MFR:  able to develop, plan, organise and effectively align all available resources (including financial, human and material assets) with unit goals; possesses a thorough knowledge of budget, internal control, audit, fair labor standards, and other pertinent regulations for non-profit organisations; shown to take personal accountability for effective and transparent use of resources;admits mistakes, learns from failure/champions best practices; andcommunicates effectively at all levels, encourages questions, writes and speaks clearly.Technical:possesses and able toremain up-to-date on financial management best practices, related information technology applications, and relevant statutes, labour laws and other employer responsibilities;possesses excellent knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping skills;possesses average computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment, but excellent skills in Excel and database management.Teambuilding:able to contribute to a high-performing team that respects differences, manages conflict, and integrates opposing views; able to advise on mission-critical competencies needed in current and future workplace; able to effectively collaborative with colleagues, customers, clients and service providers; possesses excellent interpersonal skills as demonstrated by the ability to work harmoniously with others and promote respect for diverse groups and views; and exhibits a history of exemplary personal integrity and fosters it in others.  

Job evaluation subgrade: D