JOB DESCRIPTION: Senior Finance and Administration Manager

Solidarity and Action Against The HIV Infection in India (SAATHII), Hyderabad

 
Job title: Senior Administration and Finance Manager                    Job code HYD-AM-0608

Location: Hyderabad, India

Date of Issue: 10.06.08                                                                Closing Date: 23.06.08

                                           

About SAATHII

Solidarity and Action Against the HIV Infection in India (www.saathii.org), a registered non-profit organization, works to strengthen and expand HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment services in India. Headquartered in Chennai, SAATHII has offices in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Orissa and Rajasthan.

 In the Hyderabad office, programs focus on training and technical assistance for organizations implementing Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission in high-prevalence states, Care and Support for Orphans and Vulnerable Children, and need-based TA to government and civil society sector.

Position Summary

SAATHII's Hyderabad office has an immediate vacancy for Senior Finance and Administration Manager. For this position SAATHII is looking for an individual with intricate knowledge of Indian and international financial and tax laws, other legal aspects that govern the functioning of a Charitable Trust and Societies, FCRA regulations and filing, budget preparation and reporting, human resource management and training. The Senior Administration Manager with the help of Administration officer and Administrative Assistant will be responsible to render financial and administrative support to the Program Managers of SAATHII-Hyderabad projects. The responsibilities include:

• Oversight of all aspects of accounts and administration of SAATHII Hyderabad office.
• Monitoring of partner funding including; contract signing, timely release of funds, periodic auditing, review and feed back on quarterly and monthly reports among others
• Institution strengthening of project partners through training and supportive monitoring. 
• Preparation of financial reports to the funders and head office.
• Ensuring observance of prescribed procedures for procurement of equipment and other consumables.
  

Qualifications/Experience

Graduate or Post Graduate in Commerce/Accountancy with at least eight years of NGO experience in financial management, of which five years should include grant management experience.

 CA-Inter and/or Post Graduate in Business Management would be an added advantage.

 Required Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication in English.
• Excellent knowledge of TALLY.
• Sound computer skills (including use of Internet and Microsoft Office software).
• Ability to work independently and as a team player in a complex, multicultural environment, with demonstrated leadership, communication, networking and presentation capabilities. 
• Ability to think critically and strategically
• Ability to mentor individuals and organizations on financial and administrative issues.

To apply:  Please send a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover letter, including the names of three referees (preferably one should be a current or previous employer), as well as salary expectations and current CTC  to saathii.jobs@... by June 21, 2008.

 SAATHII provides a secular working environment and does not discriminate based on HIV status, religious or community affiliations, gender or sexual orientation. Qualified women, people living with HIV/AIDS, and people of alternate sexualities are encouraged to apply.

 For any queries please contact the Development Manager at 044 28173948, 28173947

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JOB DESCRIPTION: Program Officer- APFCC Program

Solidarity and Action Against The HIV Infection in India (SAATHII), Hyderabad
Job title: Program Officer                                                               Job code: HYD-PO-0608

Location: Hyderabad, India

Date of Issue: 10.06.08                                                                         Closing Date: 25.06.08

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About SAATHII

Solidarity and Action Against the HIV Infection in India (SAATHII), a registered non-profit organization, was founded with a vision to stabilize and reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS in India and ensure that people living with HIV/AIDS receive un-stigmatized, affordable and quality care, support and treatment. Headquartered in Chennai, it has branch offices at Kolkata and Hyderabad, and field offices at Karur, Tamilnadu, Bhadrak Bhubhaneshwar, Orissa and Jaipur, Rajasthan.

About SAATHII Hyderabad

SAATHII- Hyderabad programs include; i) Provision of technical, programmatic and financial assistance towards Andhra Pradesh Family Care Continuum (APFCC) supported by J&J Foundation, American Jewish World Service and Asha for Education, which is being implemented in five districts of Andhra Pradesh, ii) Provision of technical and coordinating assistance to Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission Program supported by Elizabeth Glazer Pediatric AIDS Foundation which is being implemented at 125 health care facilities spread across the four high prevalence states of India, and iii) USAID/FHI Funded SAMARTH Program in Andhra Pradesh.

 
Position Summary

The Andhra Pradesh Family Care Continuum (APFCC) Program has an immediate vacancy for Program Officer. For this position SAATHII is looking for an individual with experience and knowledge in one or more areas including partner management (NGO/CBO), research and management information systems. This position requires a minimum of 15 days travel to the field every month and may require flexible schedule.

The Responsibilities include: 

• Program Planning along with other team members.
• Review and approval of partner grants along with other team members. 
• Contract preparation and finalization.  
• Program and financial monitoring of the APFCC partners.
• Capacity Building (Training, Technical Assistance and Mentorship)
• Strengthening of management information systems of APFCC partners. 
• Design and implementation operational research to translate NACP III policy frame work on children into action. 
• Support to volunteers and consultants of APFCC program.
• Other activities as required. 

Qualifications/Experience

• Post Graduate in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Public Health, Nutrition or Management
• Minimum five years of experience in the NGO sector
• Prior experience in HIV-AIDS programs specifically in the areas of care and support and children will be given preference
• People living with HIV/AIDS with required qualification and background are encouraged to apply

 Required Competencies

• Excellent written and oral communication in English and Telugu
• Prior experience in one or more areas including partner management, MIS and research
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Ability to work in a team (all decisions at SAATHII are taken by the teams)
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and network
• Good analytical and critical thinking
• Ability to mentor individuals and organizations
• Minimum two to three years of commitment to the organization

 
To apply:  Please send a comprehensive CV in English with a supporting cover letter, including the names of three referees (preferably one should be a current or previous employer), as well as salary expectations to saathii.jobs@... by June 25^th , 2008.

SAATHII provides a secular working environment and does not discriminate based on HIV/AIDS, religious or community affiliations, gender or sexual orientation.

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SAATHII: Solidarity and Action Against the HIV Infection in India
Chennai: (044) 2817-3948
Calcutta: (033) 2334-7329
Hyderabad: (040) 2767-4757
www.saathii.org
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