ABOUT THE VOLUNTEER POSITION

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We are looking for a Flexible, vibrant and dedicated individual to support the finance and administration department through rapid growth and transformation. If you believe you have a thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practices, then you are the right person for the challenge.

 

The is a volunteer position (unpaid) VISO provides excellent work experience. The successful candidate will benefit from close mentorship and professional development in accounting.

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Duration for the placement:

The placement is for 3 months starting September 2020. ​

 

Roles: 

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Under the supervision of the Finance Officer, the Account Assistant will be expected to:

• perform data entry, processing, and recording transactions.

• updating the ledger.

• Assisting with audits or fact-checking, preparing budgets and reports.

• Field communication with clients and vendors,

• Support the process of filing of organisational transactions as required by regulatory authorities.

• Perform any other duties that may be assigned.

 

Required Experience:

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Core Competencies:

• Communicating in a credible and effective way

• Moving forward in a changing environment

• Fostering integration and teamwork

• Producing Results

• Knowing and managing yourself

 

Others Skills: Work requires the extensive use of;

• Word processing, spreadsheet, Quickbooks and other software packages;

• e-mail and scheduling software to improve communications both internally and externally.

• attention to detail and ability to produce good reports.

• You should be thorough, accurate, and honest with good book-keeping skills.

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Duration for the placement:

 

This is a 3 months starting September 2020. ​Successful applicants will be contacted directly for more discussions. 

 

How to apply: 

Submit your cover letter, CV and relevant academic documents to; . 

In the subject line of your email, mention the position being applied for i.e "Volunteer.accounts" and nothing else.

 

 

Closing date: September 28, 2020 at 1700 hrs EST.

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Application process

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Starting date:   

September 2020

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Application due: 

September 28, 2020

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Work location:

Gulu, Uganda

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Placement:

Full time

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Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to: info@viso-ug.org

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Please make sure to mention the position being applied for; i.e "volunteer.accounts" and nothing else. 

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VISO has zero tolerance to Sexual exploitation and abuse. 

 

Download the policy from here. 

VISO DOES NOT DEMAND OR CHARGE ANY FEE(S)/PAYMENTS FROM APPLICANTS SEEKING EMPLOYMENT , CONTRACTS OR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WITH US.

 

Please report such fraudulent activities immediately via email:

Phone number +256 393 236 985