Lao People's Democratic Republic (the): Experienced Accountant
Country: Lao People's Democratic Republic (the)
Closing date: 28 Feb 2014
Our partner aims to provide opportunities for men and women, boys and girls, social and elite players and those in urban and rural areas to participate in the sport of Rugby Union, whilst ensuring that health benefits and personal development opportunities are realised to their fullest extent. Founded in 2000, they have a particular focus on encouraging women and girls participation in the sport.
You would be the first volunteer. Our partner has 5 full-time staff with 10 part-time coaches. The Operations Manager is currently in charge of the finance function and she has a higher diploma majoring in finance and banking. However she would like further support in building a robust and fit-for-purpose accounting system. Currently they are using an Excel based accounting system but believe that there aren’t enough checks and balances in place. They would ideally like someone to support them to ensure that the organisation has adequate internal controls and processes. Your role would be akin to conducting an internal audit - you will need to gain an understanding of the organisation and its structure, assessing its existing financial procedures and controls, and making recommendations / implementing changes that you deem necessary.
As the first volunteer, one of your key responsibilities will be to determine in what scope AfID continues to work with the partner organisation, and create a terms of reference for a second volunteer to follow on from your placement. It will require some flexibility and sensitivity on your part as your assignment will introduce AfID’s programme to the partner and will provide us with accurate financial information about them. Your assessment and reports will form the basis of future AfID assignments with the organization.
Our partner would ideally like someone to support then for 4 weeks any time after mid-February. Accommodation would either be a volunteer house or a guesthouse in Vientiane.
How to apply:
To apply click here: http://www.afid.org.uk/site/page/350
