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Consultancy needed for Prudent Financial Management
The Sierra Leone Maritime Administration (SLMA) is an autonomous body responsible for the registration of ships and other vessels, the licensing and safety of maritime personnel, protection of the marine environment and for the regulation and development generally of maritime, coastal and inland transport and for other matters connected therewith.
The Administration’s mission is to regulate and develop improved standards of performance, practice and safety in the shipping industry in Sierra Leone, including the inland waterways transportation and protection of the marine environment.
The Administration is seeking a consultant to provide financial leadership to support the administration in achieving its vision and mission.
Terms of Reference
Create long-term finance department strategic plans which aligns with the administration’s strategic direction
Manage all financial aspects of the administration
Oversee business financial management and ascertain areas which need improvement
Assess the financial risk of any and all operations, investments, and innovations
Collaborate with other departmental heads about budget, commercial opportunities, capital expenditure, investment opportunities and divestments
Create and execute the business investment strategy, monitoring and adjusting for risk when necessary
Manage the financial team including coaching and developing employees and team for a more effective skills-set and working environment
Ensure impeccable and detailed financial records; oversee that taxes and record filing are done correctly and fully meet government standards
Identify patterns in administration’s spending and revenue, create and propose solutions to any problem areas
Conduct internal financial audit
Liaise with stakeholders, providing advise and progress report
Communicate with outside financial entities on behalf of the administration
Qualifications, Experience and Key Competencies
ACCA – Professional level or part qualified
At least five years (5) of relevant experience in Finance and other related fields
Knowledge in QuickBooks Accounting Software in addition to Microsoft office especially Ward, Excel and PowerPoint
Demonstrate competence and excellent knowledge of Taxation, NASSIT and other statutory obligations
Proficiency in French will be an added advantage
Demonstrate ability to work and negotiate successfully with multilateral organisations, senior government officials and senior staff of international organisations including financial institutions
Proven ability to provide effective leadership, proactive in developing strategies and a strong demonstrable record of delivering results
Strong managerial and supervisory skills
Strong communication skills – oral, written and presentation
Management - the consultant will report directly to the Executive Director SLMA
Fee - Attractive and negotiable
Duration – 6 months
When – Immediately
Interested persons may submit their applications, Resume, 2 Referees and relevant supporting documents, not later than Friday 29th March 2019 noon, to the Director of Admin & Human Resources, Sierra Leone Maritime Administration, Government Wharf, Ferry Terminal, Freetown. Please state APPLICATION FOR CONSULTANCY on envelop.