Date : 2007-11-03

Title : Administration/Finance Officer (NWFP, Sindh and Ba

Price :

Description :

Administration/Finance Officer (NWFP, Sindh and Baluchistan)

The urban institute (UI), a non-profit, US-based consulting and research organization, is implementing the three-year, USAID-funded Pakistan Districts that Work (DTW) project at the district and tehsil/taluqa municipal administration (TMA) level in four provinces in Pakistan. The DTW project seeks applications from highly qualified and experienced Pakistani professionals for the following positions, based in Islamabad, NWFP Sindh and Baluchistan. More detailed terms of reference for each positions will be provided in short-listed candidates.

Administration/Finance Officer (NWFP, Sindh and Baluchistan)

Responsible for the day-to-day financial management and general administration of a DTW project district office, including monitoring and maintenance of district office bank accounts; monitoring and reporting of district office expenditures; human resources management inventory maintenance and control, procurement of district office furniture, equipment, and supplies; maintenance of district office vehicles and vehicle insurance; making travel and accommodation arrangements, and the like.

Required academic qualifications and work experience: Bachelors degree or higher academic qualifications in business administration or other field with 7 years work experience in business administration, human resources management, or other relevant field.

General requirements for all listed positions:

Fluency in spoken and written English; ability to produce high-quality written and oral reports and presentations; excellent skills in use of computers and computer software, including Microsoft Word@ Excel, and PowerPoint, excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork are essential for all positions. Some travel will be required for these positions.

UI offers a competitive marked-based salary and excellent benefits. UI is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women to apply.

Any candidates who meets the requirements for one of listed positions should apply no later than 11th November 2007 by sending a current CV with a cover letter outlining the candidate's interest in, and suitability for that positions. and the candidate's E-mail and telephone contact Information. Please indicate clearly in your cover letter the positions and location for which you are applying. Please also indicate your second choice location in case your first choice is not available. Apply by E-mail to DTWjobs@gmail.com or by post to House 7A, Street 45, F-8/1, Islamabad. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.