USAID TIS Program Accountant Intern Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Accountant Intern
 

USAID Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) Program: The Transition Initiatives for Stabilization (TIS) program is funded by USAID and implemented by Development Alternative Inc (DAI), an international development organization. 

It responds to the complex crisis that has evolved in Somalia by mitigating conflict, promoting stability and community cohesion, and increasing public confidence in governance. 

TIS implements quick impact activities linked to longer-term stabilization goals.
 

The TIS program is currently seeking an effective and highly motivated Accountant Intern. 

As our Accountant intern you will be part of the Finance department and work closely with team. 

The intern will be based at the TIS DAI support office in Nairobi. 

Qualifications and skills sought:

• Degree in Bachelor of Commerce or equivalent. The Applicant must have finalized coursework/Awaiting for Graduation
• Excellent writing and communications skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work.
• Independently and cooperatively with team members.
• 3 – 6 months relevant experience preferably with International NGO/UN is highly desirable.
• Excellent computer skills (Outlook express, MS Office, emails).
• Good interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task and self-manage.
• Ability to work with multi-ethnic team in a culturally appropriate manner.
• Must have a good command of English in both oral and writing skills.
• Somali speaking is a requirement.
• Be able to interact with partners and peers.
• Ability and willingness to learn and work with teams based in Nairobi and field sites.

Do you have the above qualifications and skills? 

Please send 

(1) a CV 

(2) three professional references to tisdairecruitment@gmail.com and copy tis@dai.com. 

Closing date: Friday, 22 August 2014. 

Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted. 

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