Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
The Kamuzu University of Health Sciences (KUHeS) carried out a Functional Review process, which resulted into a new Organisational Structure and Staff Establishment. Following approval of the Staff Establishment and Organisational Structure by Government, KUHeS conducted a placement exercise for existing employees. However, a substantial number of key positions are yet to be filled. The University would like to fill some of these vacant positions as part of the Functional Review implementation process.
The University is therefore inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following positions:
- DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND INVESTMENTS
Details of the Position
Grade : KU4
Location : Finance and Investments Directorate Responsible to : Director of Finance and Investments Responsible for : Finance Manager
Senior Grant Finance Officer
Job Summary
The post is open to qualified Malawian candidates only. The Deputy Director of Finance and Investments shall be working under the general directions of the Director of Finance and Investments. The post holder shall be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction in the management of financial resources, assets and investments. The successful candidate will be on a 5-year fixed-term contract, which would be renewable based on satisfactory performance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership and Management
∙ Providing overall technical financial management leadership and direction.
∙ Advising the Director of Finance and Investments on technical financial management matters
∙ Participating in developing and reviewing financial and investment policies, plans, strategies, procedures and regulations
∙ Participating in overseeing the management of assets, insurance and pension portfolios
∙ Leading and managing performance of human resources in the Directorate of Finance and Investments
Planning, Control and Monitoring
∙ Coordinating and facilitating the development of budget estimates for the University and regulating expenditure to ensure conformity with approved budgets, existing regulations and grant contracts
∙ Preparation of timely and accurate monthly managements accounts, financial forecasts and annual statutory financial statements ∙ Managing liquidity of the University
∙ Handling annual statutory and other audit matters
∙ Monitoring compliance with relevant financial, legal and regulatory requirements
∙ Authorizing payments as delegated by the Director of Finance and Investments
∙ Implementing, monitoring and reviewing stores, financial and investment policies, plans, budgets, strategies, procedures and regulations ∙ Participating in designing and implementing internal controls
Resource Mobilisation and Investment Management
∙ Participating in developing and implementing resource mobilization and effective utilization strategies
∙ Assisting in performing due diligence of investment opportunities and investment portfolio risk assessment
∙ Liaising with development partners, government and agencies and other stakeholders in the provision of support to the University’s programmes ∙ Preparing and presenting investment and other related reports
Corporate Services
∙ Servicing relevant committees of the Council as delegated by the Director of Finance and Investments
Minimum Education, Qualification and Experience
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
∙ Master’s degree in Accounting or related fields;
∙ Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, etc.); ∙ 8 years’ experience at management level.
Desirable Qualities
Leadership: ability to direct, supervise and mentor others.
Fiscal management: ability to prepare and execute budgets as well as controlling expenditure.
Organizational skills: ability to set and implement systems and develop operational procedures and policies.
Effective communication: the ability to present information in a professional manner in various settings and mediums, including the media.
Writing skills: ability to create, compose and edit written materials, including minutes and reports.
Interpersonal skills: ability to work effectively in a diverse community with people from different backgrounds.
Financial reporting: ability to report and communicate financial information in a clear and purposeful manner.
Business-Oriented: ability to prepare and execute a viable business strategy and entrepreneurial experience of developing business models, achieving a good balance between risks and returns.
Accountability: ability to instill a culture of honesty and integrity.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested individuals meeting the requirements above should submit their applications including: certified copies of certificates; detailed CV including names, emails and phone contacts of three (3) traceable professional referees to:
The Registrar
Kamuzu University of Health Sciences
Private Bag 360
Chichiri
Blantyre 3
Or via email to: recruitment@kuhes.ac.mw
Applicants submitting via email must indicate the title of the post in the subject line of the email. Applications should be submitted by close of business on Friday, 30th September, 2024. Those who previously submitted applications internally are not required to re-apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.
Note: The successful candidates will be requested to undergo a safeguarding check before appointment and periodically during employment.
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