Accountant/Administrator

GENEVA CENTRE FOR THE DEMOCRATIC CONTROL OF ARMED FORCES (DCAF)

The Geneva Centre for the Democratic Control of Armed Forces (DCAF) is an international organisation established on an initiative of the Swiss government. The Centre's mission is to encourage and support governmental and non-governmental institutions in their efforts to reform the security sector in accordance with democratic standards. The Ramallah office of DCAF has been established to offer expertise and support to the Palestinian people and the political institutions to strengthen transparency and accountability of the security sector.

DCAF is currently seeking candidates for a vacancy at its office in Ramallah:

Accountant/Administrator (100%)
Starting date: 1 October 2010

Tasks and Responsibilities:

Accounting:

-Financial reporting (internal & external)
-Managing the cash flow (income and expense)
-Monitoring implementation of financial obligations towards partner organisations and other third parties by receiving, checking and processing payment requests
-Managing contracts database
-Assisting in developing project budgets

Administration
-Coordination with local service providers
-Maintaining an overview of human resources presence and absence
-Maintaining knowledge management system
-Coordination with headquarters on all administrative issues

Requirements

-A first class degree in Accounting or Finance
-A minimum of two years of professional experience as an accountant
-Pro-active, with an ability to identify and resolve issues
-Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in an international team
-Excellent knowledge of written and spoken Arabic and English
-Excellent communication and organisation skills
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office, in particular Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Applicants must be of Palestinian nationality. DCAF is committed to gender diversity.

Interested applicants should send their curriculum vitae, a copy of their degree and a cover letter in English. The cover letter should indicate the position they apply for and explain their interest in and suitability for the position.

Applications may be sent by e-mail (dcaf.jobs(@gmail.com). The deadline is 22 September 2010.

All applications will be treated confidentially. Candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted by 25 September 2010. DCAF's office in Ramallah is not in a position to respond to telephone inquiries.