The Basel Convention Coordinating Centre for the African Region (BCCC-Africa) invites applications for the position of Project Assistant (Finance) at the BCCC-Africa. The position is project-based and may last for several years.
Organizational Context:
BCCC-Africa is a regional Centre of the Basel Convention, hosted by the government of Nigeria, and is located within the University of Ibadan campus, Nigeria. The core mandate of BCCC-Africa is to support African Parties to the Basel Convention in meeting their obligations to implement the provisions of the convention. This is achieved through capacity building, information dissemination, technology transfer, and projects. The Centre is involved in national and international development activities in the African region, related to the provisions of the Basel convention, and other multilateral environmental agreements (especially the Rotterdam convention, Stockholm convention and the Minamata convention). The activities are mainly funded with grants received from donor organizations.
Duties and Responsibilities of the Position:
The Project Assistant will provide support to the Executive Director and the Finance Officer of BCCC-Africa in the strategic and day-to-day management of the finances of the Centre.
Academic/Experience/Skills Requirements
Education:
A University degree in Accounting, or a HND (Accounting) from a recognized institution.
Experience:
At least one-year post-NYSC demonstrable experience, carrying out accounting and other financial management duties in a public or private institution.
Skills:
Submission of Applications
To apply to this position please send a cover letter, resume, and scanned (pdf) copies of certifications, stating the job title in the subject line, by email only to:
The Executive Director
Basel Convention Coordinating Centre for the African Region
Ibadan, Nigeria
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Closing Date:
Applications should be sent by email only on or before 10 January 2025