Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 15 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Accountant
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience 4 years
- Location Abuja
- Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit
- Position Summary
- The Accountant will be responsible for applying accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information, ensuring appropriate control procedures are in place, ensuring financial compliance with USAID rules and regulations and Creative procedures, and for preparing accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial deliverables
- The Accountant will also be responsible for maintaining personnel leave files that inform payroll.
- Reporting & Supervision: The Accountant will report to the Finance Director.
Primary Responsibilities- Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with accepted policies and procedures;
- Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met;
- Establish and monitor the implementation and maintenance of accounting control procedures;
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of monthly deliverables including financial reports, quarterly deliverables including accrual reports, and annual deliverables including reporting on foreign taxes, inventory reports, and year end close out;
- Support continual management of budget and other quarterly forecast activities;
- Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of expenses, including managing monthly advance requests for field team operations;
- Coordinate closely with other service providers on the renewal of their contracts, agreements and on obtaining, reviewing, and making the timely payment of their invoices;
- Track and file personnel leave records both manually and electronically and maintain their tracking spreadsheets accurately and verify staff's monthly time sheets;
- Coordinate with HQ Finance, and other members of WATIH field staff as needed to complete deliverables and clarify accounting procedures and policies ensuring compliance with USAID rules and regulations and Creative policies; and
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Required Skills & Qualifications- High School Diploma required, BA/BS Degree in Finance or Accounting is highly desired;
- Must have at least four (4) years of general work experience;
- Must have at least three (3) years of specialized experience relevant to accounting;
- Knowledge of USAID Rules and Regulations, previous experience working on USAID-funded projects highly preferred; and
- Advanced knowledge of spoken and written English highly desired, English proficient level required.
go to method of application »IT Officer
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience 6 years
- Location Abuja
- Job Field ICT / Computer
- Position Summary
- The IT Officer will be responsible for providing technical support to all IT related issues for the project including but not limited to installation and testing of workstations, printers, client software, upgrades, and configuration among other IT related matters.
- Reporting & Supervision: The IT Officer will report to the Operations Manager.
Primary Responsibilities- Implement and document network operations, processes, and procedures;
- Deploy and implement office network according to HQ specifications;
- Serve as the office Network Administrator;
- Identify and solve possible problems in the network;
- Supervise installations performed by third parties such as cabling, Internet connection, etc.
- Supervise and follow-up on equipment maintenance performed by other contractors;
- Support and troubleshoot users in the office on their daily work;
- Implement and enforce security on the network and prevent misuse of the IT resources.
- Participate in writing IT office policy;
- Responsible for IT inventory; work closely with the Operations Manager to monitor distribution and location of IT equipment by performing a yearly inventory check-up;
- Set up, implement, and maintain hardware firewall;
- Keep the network healthy by applying all required security patches and monitoring the correct delivery of all antivirus updates;
- Implement and document a disaster recovery plan and offsite storage of backed up data;
- Assist other staff members in trouble shooting and solving IT related challenges; and
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Required Skills & Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree is required, Bachelor's Degree in Computer Sciences or a related field is highly desired;
- At least six (6) years of general work experience;
- Must have at least four (4) years of specific experience in desktop support, ICT Information Systems, or a related field;
- Knowledge of USAID Rules and Regulations, previous experience working on USAID-funded projects preferred;
- Strong communication skills and an ability to work well as a member of a team; and
- Fluency in English is required.
go to method of application »Administrative Assistant
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationSecondary School (SSCE)
- Experience 1 year
- Location Abuja
- Job Field Administration / Secretarial
Position Summary- The Administrative Assistant will perform a broad range of clerical, secretarial and reception duties
- S/he will provide timely staff services and efficient office operations in the areas of communication, mailing, inventory management, supplies and equipment maintenance and more.
- Reporting & Supervision: The Administrative Assistant will report to the Operations Manager.
Primary Responsibilities- Update database to track key information;
- Handle all email, mail and phone general inquiries and requests for information and materials;
- Collect departmental updates for monthly organization report;
- Retrieve, log and sort resume inquiries via Personnel email, mail and phone;
- Maintain employee telephone lists, and floor map;
- Assist with ordering supplies and copy room inventory, as needed;
- Assist with trip expense reports, photocopying, ordering books and materials as needed;
- Assist staff with mailing projects and provide support assistance; and
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills & Qualifications- High School Diploma required;
- At least one year of general work experience and six months experience in a similar role;
- Strong organization and communication skills;
- Passion/interest in working on a USAID funded project to improve regional development in West Africa;
- Flexibility/adaptability, strong organization and communication skills; and
- Advanced knowledge of spoken and written English required.
go to method of application »Driver
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationSecondary School (SSCE)
- Experience 6 years
- Location Abuja
- Job Field Transportation and Driving
Position Summary- The Driver will provide transportation support to project staff
- The Driver maintains project vehicles and log of vehicle use, cleans, and follows up on vehicles' services time frame for the well being of the vehicles in conformity with Creative's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
- Reporting & Supervision: The Driver will report to the Security Manager.
Primary Responsibilities- Drive, maintain and service the project vehicles in keeping with the highest safety standards;
- Ensure proper long-term and day-to-day maintenance of all vehicles, including checking oil and other fluids, battery, brakes, tires, and other critical equipment;
- Perform pick-ups, deliveries, repairs and makes purchases of office supplies as directed by supervisor;
- Keep logs of vehicle use, maintenance, and service;
- Greet and direct visitors;
- Arrange for the collection and delivery of mail or documents, as directed; and
- Perform other duties as assigned by superiors within the driver's capacity.
Required Skills & Qualifications - High School Diploma is required;
- At least six (6) months of prior experience as a Driver is required;
- Valid driver's license and excellent driving record;
- Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision;
- Computer literacy and basic skills and qualifications in motor mechanics are an added advantage;
- Proven punctuality and ability to work as part of a team and excellent references a must;
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; and
- Cultural, gender, religion and age sensitivity and adaptability.
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- Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their updated Resume/CV to: recruit@westafricatih.comusing "the job title" as the subject of the mail.
Note
- Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
- Candidates must be authorized to work full time in Nigeria
