2 New Job Vacancies at The Tanzania Roads Association (TARA January, 2023 – Various Posts

Applications are invited from qualified,
energetic, proactive and dynamic Tanzanians to fill the following two
vacant strategic managerial positions in the Association…
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Accountant
To Honorary Treasurer of TARA
Key job description/role:
The
primary role of the position is to support the Honorary Treasurer of
TARA in managing financial affairs of the Association for efficient and
effective operations.

Duties and Responsibilities
The potential candidate is expected to carry out the following duties and responsibilities:

• Carry out monthly bank reconciliations to establish cash position of the association on monthly basis.
• Prepare
  annual accounts of TARA for submission to auditors, TARA Board of
  Directors, Annual General Meeting (AGM) of TARA, and Tanzania Revenue
  Authority (TRA).
• Liaise with TARA Secretariat Officials
  (Honorary/Executive Secretary of TARA, Honorary Treasurer, Programme
  Officer and other relevant TARA Officials) to establish value for money
  on every contract involving TARA before the contract is executed.
• Liaise
  with TARA Secretariat Officials (Honorary/Executive Secretary of TARA,
  Honorary Treasurer, Programme Officer and other relevant TARA Officials)
  to prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for submission to
  TARA Executive Committee/Board of Directors, Registrar of NGOs, and TARA
  partners [Ministry of Works and Transport, World Road Association
  (PIARC), International Road Federation (IRF), etc.] as per required
  standards.
• Prepare monthly payroll and remit relevant deductions
  to Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), National Social Security Fund
  (NSSF), Workers Compensession Fund (WCF), and any other necessary
  authorities.
• File monthly and semi-annual reports for withholding taxes, VAT and PAYE to Tanzania Revenue Authority.
• Liaise with TARA Secretariat staff to prepare annual budgets, business plans for TARA.
• Receive and ensure safe custody of all the money and other assets of the organization.
• Liaise with Administrative Assistant to collect TARA Annual Members Subscription Fees. j) File annual returns to TRA
• Manage all assets of the Tanzania Roads Association.
• Maintain all books of accounts in required standards.
• Process various payments of the association including any international payments as may be required.
• Produce daily EFD reports.
• Be financial advisor of the Tanzania Roads Association Office Bearers and staff.

Desirable Competence and Skills

• Good computer skills including basic accounting packages
• Excellent knowledge of tax laws applicable in Tanzania
• Excellent knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) and International
• Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSASs)
• Excellent skills in managing charts/votes of accounts
• Good interpersonal skills

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Required Education and Experience

• A
  minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance with a minimum of
  three (3) years of working experience in accounts sections
• Registered with National Board of Accountants and Auditors [NBAA] as CPA
• Experience with transport and construction sectors will be an added advantage
• He or she should be able to prove capabilities of being competent for the stated areas of function

Executive Director
Reporting: To the Board of Directors
Key job description/ role:
Oversees
the strategic and operational efficiency of the Association. This
seasoned leader not only understands the current trends in the road
sector but must also has a proven experience of developing and
implementing a fundraising plan. The Executive Director is responsible
for the successful leadership, overall management, and operations of the
organization according to the strategic direction, and policies set by
the Board of     Directors.

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Key responsibilities and accountabilities

• Create complete business plan for the attainment of goals and objectives set working alongside the board of directors
• Set
  and meet aggressive annual fundraising goals, in partnership with board
  of directors, to secure financial support from foundations,
  corporations, individuals, and government funding sources
• Oversee all external communication materials including, website, marketing materials, newsletters and social media content
• Serve
  as the face of the organization and actively participate in external
  events, both increasing visibility, credibility, and brand in the
  market, and developing strategic partnerships in order to increase
  community awareness and expand the program
• Build and lead an
  effective team dedicated to fulfilling the organization’s mission
  through highly successful program implementation, community engagement,
  and fundraising targets
• Work closely with board of directors and committees, informing, assessing, and addressing issues that affect the organization
• Oversee
  the daily operations of the organization, providing executive direction
  of all program strategy, compliance, quality assurance, and program
  efficiency
• Identify and implement staffing requirements for
  efficient operations, maintaining a strong culture and work climate that
  attracts and retains staff, and drives the organization’s mission
• Represent the organization and increase awareness by being the spokesperson and liaison with local media
• Develop an actionable plan for fundraising and managing monthly cash flow
• Serve as the CEO of the organization

Desirable Competence and Skills

• Strong public relations, marketing, and fundraising experience
• Knowledge of leadership and management principles related to nonprofit entities
• Proven success working with a board of directors
• Entrepreneurial mindset, with innovative approach to business planning
• Dynamic and charismatic team player who enjoys being the public face of an organization
• Ability to plan, develop, implement, and monitor a strong program
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of creating respectful, nurturing, and empowering relationship in building a cohesive team
• Ability to think strategically, set priorities, and plans to achieve goals
• Analytical skills related to budgeting and financial management

Recommended:

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s
  degree in business, management, transport, engineering, human
  resources, finance, or MBA. Advanced Degree in the aforementioned
  fields, engineering management, education management and administration
  will be an added advantage
• Not less than seven years (7) of experience at senior management level, preferably with a nonprofit entity

Desirable Competence and Skills

• Good computer skills including basic accounting packages
• Excellent knowledge of tax laws applicable in Tanzania
• Excellent knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) and International
• Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSASs)
• Excellent skills in managing charts/votes of accounts

Good interpersonal skills
Required Education and Experience

• A
  minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance with a minimum of
  three (3) years of working experience in accounts sections
• Registered with National Board of Accountants and Auditors [NBAA] as CPA
• Experience with transport and construction sectors will be an added advantage
• He or she should be able to prove capabilities of being competent for the stated areas of function

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MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested
candidates are encouraged to send their applications, CVs/Resume and
copies of credentials to the TARA Chairman email address: info@tara.or.tz copy to jhaule@gmail.com to reach the Association no later than 05th February, 2023.