Joint Initiative for Development (JID) Careers, Friday 19, February 2016

Joint Initiative for Development (JID) is a Non-profit, youth-led and focused organization run by young people between the ages of 18 and 35 years old. The organization is duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission as a Non Governmental Organization.

The organization is formed from the need to inspire young persons and indeed citizens to get involved in the community development process. We are of the opinion that a community can not be effectively developed by isolating its constituents. This has therefore formed our assertion that the involvement of community dwellers in the community development process will aid the development of such community

ACCOUNTING OFFICER

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in the timely billing of accounts

Maintain a filing system for account receivable records

Assist in balancing daily transfer to city ledger and post, edit and update to accounts receivable system

Assist in the reconciliation of accounts

Respond to and resolve account queries

Collate suppliers documentation for processing

Ensure all invoices have the appropriate documentation attached and approvals prior to processing

Process all invoices and statements

Record and process payments of goods and services

Maintain clear lines of communication with outside companies to ensure timely and accurate supply of goods and services

Check arithmetic accuracy and invoices

Assist in reconciling the weekly purchase log

Prepare cheque run for approval on a weekly basis.

Reconcile supplier statements with established records and report any discrepancies.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

Proficient in Accounting Package and MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint etc.)

Able to work independently and in collaboration with a team

Must have strong investigative skills and attention to detail

Knowledge of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Strong ethical commitment to impartiality and transparency.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Applicant should possess a B.Sc/HND in Accounting

Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar role.

Competence in Microsoft office products, most especially Excel and accounting software programmes (Sage & Peach tree)

IT SUPPORT OFFICER

JOB DETAILS

Adequate 1st Line IT support is available during business hours for Head Office and all branches

A bit of graphic and programming experience

Smooth running of all user IT software

Smooth running of all user IT hardware(desktop, printers, scanners) in office.

Ubiquitous e-mail access to all staff in assigned branch

All PCs and Servers have up to date anti-virus signatures and windows patches

Quick and precise installation of PC software in accordance with the manual

Guaranteed restricted access to business documents on the system at Head Office and branches

All PCs and network free from threats (Virus, Trojans, Malware, Worms)

JOB EDUCATION

Degree in Computer Science, Information Management or Information Systems are sought.

Candidate should possess Bachelor’s degree with 2 – 3 years of relevant experience.

Ideal candidates for this position must have a demonstrated capacity for strategic thinking, the ability to conduct dialogue on relevant development policies and priorities, and be fluent in English with very good writing and communication skills.

JOB SKILLS

Degree in Computer Science, Information Management or Information Systems are sought.

Candidate should possess Bachelor’s degree with 2 – 3 years of relevant experience.

LEGAL OFFICER

JOB DETAILS

Provide legal advice/opinion on various issues relating to the Institute and its subsidiaries

Undertake legal research and legal interpretation of all relevant laws including the Institute’s staff, financial and other internal regulations

Prepare agreements and other legal instruments as well as memoranda and correspondences

Review all agreements and legal documents, which may create legal obligation for the Institute

Oversee the registration and verification of contractors and consultants for the institute

Work with external solicitors on cases involving the Institute

Update the Institute’s details with relevant regulatory authorities when necessary

Handle matters related to the board of directors and secretariat

Handle matters related to the reflection of structural changes of the Institute.

Provide legal guidance/advice on various issues such as corporate regulatory compliance, privacy, anti-trust and competition laws, advertising/promotional matters, corporate governance, fiduciary duty, ethics and strategic transactions within the Department of Administration/Institute, including the preparation of memoranda and correspondences

Provide corporate policy guidance by providing advice on labor relations, employment law and benefits matter

Update the details of the Institute and its subsidiaries at the Corporate Affairs Commission when necessary

Coordinate other legal and related matters with external solicitors as may be needed/directed

Perform such other administrative duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and or the Director of Administration.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills

Ability to use initiative (be proactive)

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Excellent communication skills in English, written/verbal and diplomacy

Have good interpersonal, relationship management skills and possess the ability to work as part of a team.

Excellent computer skills

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Candidates should have an LLB, BL with a minimum of second class Upper division

At least 3 years post call experience


TO APPLY

Applicants should send their CV/Resume with a cover letter of not more than 2 pages toInfo@ji4d.org

DUE DATE: 25 February, 2016

Joint Initiative for Development (JID) Careers, Friday 19, February 2016