Job Title: Operation Support Intern, BSS Rwanda
Requisition ID 43971 – Posted – Business Operations – Non-Permanent Worker – NPW
Operation Support Intern, BSS Rwanda
Operation Support Intern, BSS RwandaRole Purpose
The internship programme is aiming to build skills of young finance professionals while creating a talent pipeline for the British Council.
We are seeking highly motivated individuals who wish to gain professional experience in financial management, financial procedures and practices, and analysis of budgeting, accounting and financial requirements within an international organization in order to supplement their studies for a full-time internship position. The Internship Stipend will be equivalent to 300 GBP, gross.
This requires a well-organized, adaptable, self-starter, with great attention to detail and good communication skills.
Note:
This is a short-term intern position; intern roles are not a prelude to longer term employment with the organization. If opportunities for further paid employment arise, these will be advertised, and interns who apply will be considered against the same criteria as other applicants. Necessary adjustments will be made for staff with disability where necessary.
Main accountabilities but not limited to the following:
- Under the overall guidance of the Country Director (“CD”) and the Office Administration Manager, the intern duties will include:
- Support payment processes including reviewing and scan invoices for payment post-due diligence by Accountants/Senior Accountants
- Provide support in preparing MoMo (Mobile Money) payments.
- Provide support as required with manual journals, accounting adjustments and off-system payments requests ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant policies.
- Support the income recognition process by extracting relevant reports and working with the customer service and exams dept.
- Support reconciliation of all relevant accounts and ensure that is completed to corporate standards. Maintain and file financial records as per corporate policy.
- Complete travel & expenses audits as per policy
- Complete monthly cash journals reconciliations
- Submit relevant documents to the local bank as required.
- Supporting with project arrangements such as venue bookings and other logistics
- Communicating with suppliers, participants, and other stakeholders about project activities Support the preparation of local tax submissions and other statutory returns.
- Assist with the provision of information to internal/external auditors.
- Reasonable request by your line manager, for example: ad hoc requests from the cluster, or region, assisting with preparing for NAO and Internal Audit visits, external auditors’ requests, any special
Learning and development opportunities for the intern:
- General understanding of the work and mission of the British Council (and international, not-for-profit Organisation) and how it contributes to the development of the Rwanda’s prosperity and stability. Insight and hands-on experience in administrative functions, finance management and stakeholder management in a formal setting.
- Becoming familiar with working in an International organization and in a multicultural environment.
Role specific knowledge and experience:Essential requirements:
Be a recent graduate (graduated within the last 3 years) in finance, accounting, business economics, or a related field with excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask. 0 to 2 years working experience in Finance and Resources
Desirable:
- First Degree in finance/ administration related field.
- Be computer literate with proficiency in the use of MS Outlook, Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of local regulations and processes.
- Proven work experience as an Administrative Officer, Administrator or similar role and ideally Finance experience.
Further Information
Contract Type: One (1) Year Fixed Term Contract
Location: Kigali, Rwanda
Additional information
Language requirements: Strong written and oral English communication skills. Good written and spoken English and Kinyarwanda (Aptis – B1)
The Role holder must have existing rights to live and work in the country where the role is based.
Closing Date: August 20. Applications will close at 23:59 East African Time
Equality , Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Statement
The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with.
If you have any problems with your application please email askhr@britishcouncil.org
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