This position reports to the CEO Imara Ministry Foundation.
The primary responsibility of this position is to ensure the and Department is managed effectively and provides the required services for the effective management of Imara operations.  Ensure all finances of Imara Ministry Foundation are controlled with high integrity and ethical financial principles.
As such the person filling this position needs to have:

  • A BA Degree relevant to accounting required with an MBA degree and/or CPA certification desired.
  • An ability to work individually showing initiative in their work.  Ability to provide fiscal credibility Imara Management Team and Board of Trustees.
  • Significant experience in a business or religious/non-profit organization required, with experience in financial management coupled with experience and knowledge of financial record keeping and processes, computer technology, and business practices.
  • Ability to communicate financial data and issues, both orally and written, in a manner that is understandable to those without formal backgrounds.
  • A personal relationship with and be a follower of Jesus Christ; demonstrate Christian stewardship and behaviour consistent with evangelical values and ethics.
  • A commitment to the transformation of lives and communities in Tanzania through strengthening and equipping the Tanzanian Church.
  • Ability to be a team player and effective interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to plan strategically in a collaborative manner.
  • Ability to work individually, under minimum supervision in a stressful environment and meet the agreed deadlines.
  • Effective communication skill both oral and written English and Swahili.
  • High level of honesty and integrity
  • A drivers License will be an advantage.

Imara Ministry Foundation is an equal opportunity employer wishing to invite applications from qualified Tanzanians to fill above mentioned positions.
All applications with relevant documents should be sent by email address  [email protected] or hand delivered to the Office of CEO, Imara Ministry Foundation not later than 5:00 pm Monday 2 July 2012.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. If you don?t hear from us by 15 July 2012, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
All applications shall be accompanied with copies of resume, academic certificates and names of three recent referees.