Manager (Finance & Administration): National Remote Sensing Centre

The National Remote Sensing Centre is a statutory body established through Statutory Instrument No. 137 of 1999 of the Science and Technology Act No. 26 of 1997 to spearhead the development and application of space science, remote sensing, and geographic information systems (GIS) in Zambia.

As an equal opportunity employer, National Remote Sensing Centre is looking for a suitably qualified, dynamic and self-motivated Zambian national that is suitably qualified and experienced to fill the ;

position of Manager (Finance & Administration).

The Manager (FA) is responsible for overall financial and administrative functions of the NRSC. The position entailed management and leadership of departmental staff members. It is a senior management position within the NRSC, classified in the scale of RSC02. The Manager (FA) reports to the Director.

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage and update the accounting and financial control systems
• Prepare and manage payments in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure all financial transactions are appropriately recorded in the accounting system, according to standards and procedures
• Prepare monthly financial reports, in accordance with accounting calendar
• Year end internal and external audits
• Process the confidential payment of monthly payroll
• Coordinate payment of all required taxes and NAPSA contributions
• Reconcile bank records and prepare the monthly bank report
• Participate in the procurement process for goods and services
• Grant management
• Manage human resource records for employees including employment contracts, annual evaluation forms and annual leave tracking.
• Logistical organization for events such as workshops and meetings
• Regular updates to the Director on administrative and financial tasks
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required experience and qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, and professional Accounting such as ACCA and CIMA. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years working experience with at least 3 years in a finance and administration management position. Experience of working in the science and technology sector will be an added advantage
• Thorough knowledge of the Zambian taxation and fiscal statutory regulations

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team building skills
• Strong client service orientation
• Ability to priorities tasks, meet deadlines and working in a multi-sectoral environment
• Resource mobilization
• Enthusiasm for science and technology development

Professional membership:

• Membership of ZICA.

Applications should be personally delivered or sent to The Board Chairperson, c/o National Remote Sensing Centre, 15302 Airport Road, P.O. Box 310303, Lusaka, Zambia or via email to [email protected]. Note that, applications should clearly state position applying for in subject line and also attach certified copies of certificates, national registration card and necessary documentation no later than 05th June 2020.