DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES

VACANCY NO: DVC/ F&A 2/ 2016

Duties: The successful applicant will report to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance and Administration and will be expected to plan, organize and coordinate the University’s financial services function to ensure the accurate and timely maintenance and preparation of budgets , accounts and financial reports and adherence to established accounting systems , procedures and standards.

Requirements

Applicants should have: (i) a Degree in Accounting or related subject area; (ii) a professional accountancy qualification such as ACCA, CA and CIMA and membership of an internationally recognized professional accountancy body. A relevant post graduate academic qualification would be an added advantage; (iii) At least seven (7) years post qualification accountancy experience at a supervisory/managerial level in a large computerized financial management environment; excellent knowledge and experience in computerized accounting system is essential.

Competencies: (i) excellent analytical, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills; (ii) an innovative and pro-active approach and (iii) strong computer skills.

Remuneration

The University offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications. For more information on the university, please visit our website; www.ub.bw

Closing date and application instructions

Applicants are to address the stated qualifications and provide other information to assist the University determine their suitability for the position. They should also quote the vacancy number of the post applied for, provide current CVs (including telephone, telefax and e-mail), certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, and send complete documentation to: The Manager, Appointments and Administration (Academic), University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana; Telephone: (+267) 355 5243/ 4742/ 2027/ 4155/ 4154, Fax (+267) 395 9399. Applicants should inform their referee/s to: (i) Quote the Vacancy number and position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address, before the stipulated.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to the West Wing of the Administration Building (Block 108), Office 205 or 207 (108/ 205 or 207).

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Closing Date: 19th February 2016