The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS)::Information Officer kenya/somalia

The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS), funded by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia and self-declared region of Somaliland. The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with their government officials.

TIS is in the process of recruiting for the position of Information Officer to be based in Galmudug. The Information Officer will be responsible for handling the program’s information and communication needs and programming. In high profile and high pressure environments, quick results reporting is expected. In addition to compiling appropriate reporting on program status and impact, including regular reports, success stories, press releases, and ad hoc reports on how the program responds to particular issues, s/he will inform field office programming with regard to media, communications and information activities. The position will report to the Senior Project Advisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

University degree in Mass Communication, English Language/Literature or other appropriate field, or equivalent.

The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS):: Accountant jobs in Kenya-[ACCA/CPA]

The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS), funded by United States Agency for International Development (USAID) responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia and self-declared region of Somaliland. The overall program goal is to mitigate conflict; to promote stability and community cohesion, and to strengthen citizens’ relationships with their government officials.

TIS is in the process of recruiting for the position of Accountant to be based in Galmudug. The Accountant will manage all transactions related to the DAI TIS project. S/he will ensure that the outlined financial policies and procedures are implemented and followed in the assigned area. The Accountant is responsible for providing complete and accurate field reports to the Home Office for all field office financial activities. S/he will provide support in other finance areas as necessary and maintain a positive working relationship with the DAI Home Office staff. The position reports directly to Senior Project Advisor with significant communication with the Finance Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

University degree in Accounting, Commerce, or Financial Management or other appropriate field.
Other training or certification in accounting preferred e.g. CPA, ACCA.


WORK EXPERIENCE

Three years’ experience in financial accounting or bookkeeping.
Experience working using Oracle as a financial management system preferred.
Previous auditing experience highly sought.
Previous experience working in Somalia highly sought.
Knowledge of local tax laws.
USAID experience a plus.