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Published: 22 July 2021

JOB VACANCY: DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION.

The North Eastern Diocese (NED) is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania with its headquarters in Lushoto Town, Tanga Region.

The Diocese under various names was first established in 1892 by Bethel Mission. It is registered under the Societies Act, CAP 337.

Besides its core activities i.e Mission and Evangelism, NED owns Diakonia institutions, Hospitals, Schools, Colleges and Income Generating Projects.

NED is inviting applications from suitable candidates to fill the vacant post of Director of Finance and Administration

Accountability: Responsible to the General Secretary

Job Profile:

The DoF is an ex–officio member of the Diocese Executive Council as well as the Board of Trustees. He/She is responsible for Head Office and Diocesan-wide financial matters, accounting and administration.

This is a full time position; a Director is responsible for working closely with all other directorates, institutions, Districts and parishes in promoting financial adherence, procedures and regulations for the interest of the Development and fulfillment of the Vision and Mission of the North Eastern Diocese.

Responsibilities:

1. Planning, coordinating and control of the finances of the Diocese,
2. Coordination of budget preparation,
3. Manage Head Office accounting and supervise all Diocese accounts staff,
4. Prepare periodical management accounts and Annual Financial Statements/ reports with highest follow up of given time
5. Training and development of the Diocese accounting staff,
6. Head the Administrative section of the Head Office,
7. Compliance with relevant laws, regulations and agreements,
8. Financial matters of joint development and service delivery
9. Assure order, adherence to and abiding to ethical procedures of financial
10. Ensure that all units under the Diocese are externally audited

Key Qualifications, Experience and Competences

2. Must hold Masters in accounting, finance or related field and registered as a CPA (T) by the NBAA.
3. At least two years working experience at senior level in finance and
4. Must have practical experience in using computer accounting programs preferably Sage, Accpack, Quick books and have data base skills,
5. Experience in a Faith Based Organization will be an added

Essential Personal Attributes

1. An upright Christian with high degree of integrity
2. Highly motivated, creative, team player with good communication skills
3. Fluently in both written and spoken Kiswahili and
4. Age Limit, not more than 55years

An attractive remuneration package based on performance will be offered to the successful candidate

Mode of application:

Interested qualified individuals should send applications with detailed Cv, photocopies of certificates and a recent passport size photograph. Also provide names and contact addresses of three reliable referees.

Applications should be sent to the following address not later than 13^th August 2021. Only short listed candidate will be contacted.

The General Secretary NORTH EASTERN DIOCESE

P.O. Box 10 LUSHOTO.

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Published: 22 July 2021

JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT- GENERAL SECRETARY OF NORTH EASTERN DIOCESE

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This is a full time position; the General Secretary is responsible for working closely with all Directorates, Diocesan Districts, Parishes, Institutions, Partners to the Diocese both Local and International in furthering the Mission and Vision of the Diocese and attaining highest level iof the goals of the North Eastern
• Coordinate and manage performance of all North Eastern Diocese
• Coordinate and manage all matters pertaining to properties of the diocese income, use and projects of the diocese
• He shall be the employer of all servants of the diocese at the local level, congregations, diocese, diocesan centers and the main diocesan office on behalf of the Executive Council.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• He/She is the chief Executive of all administrative matters and therefore will oversee the implementation of the decisions of the higher session and valid instructions of the higher decision making bodies of the North Eastern Diocese.
• He/she will be the leader of all Directors of the North Eastern Diocese
• The General Secretary as a leader is expected to be ready to welcome, receive advice and also provide recommendations and instructions to the Directors who in their positions have the opportunity to communicate with General Secretary directly without going through the third
• He/ She will lead other servants and ensure that the procedures and materials of administrative work are adequate in carrying out their responsibilities and ensure smoothly flow of information from the diocesan leadership to the congregation and
• Coordinate the performance of all staff of the North Eastern
• In collaboration with the Bishop he will prepare the agenda of the General Assembly, the Executive Council, the Executive Committee and other high level meetings of the North Eastern
• Will oversee the writing and distribution of the General Assembly, Executive Council, Executive Committee documents, in accordance with the procedure laid down or as may be prescribed by the Executive Council of the Diocese.
• He/ She will ensure that meetings are held at all levels and that each department meeting is held timely and supervise the keeping of the relevant sessions
• Coordinate and manage the budget, plans and projects for the development and economic growth of the
• He/ She will be the custodian of important documents, diocesan seal and diocesan
• He/ She will oversee the implementation of the agreement of the General Assembly, the Executive Council and Executive Committee of the North Eastern
• In collaboration with the Director of Finance will arrange and oversee reports on the income expenditure and assets of the
• He/ She will fulfill other responsibilities that will arise as directed by the North Eastern Diocese council and the Bishop.
• He/ She will be one of the Diocesan

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST

• To be a Lutheran Christian with a calling to serve the Church
• To be of not less than forty years(40) at the time of application
• Have a minimum standard education of Masters degree from a recognized University in the following fields: Theology, law, economy, social science or administrative matters/leadership with proved experience at work for not less than five (5) years in
• Be of outright moral standard, just and honest

Remuneration: Attractive

Contract period: The holder of this position will be offered a contract of four years- renewable

Mode of Application:

• Interested candidate should send their applications enclosing photocopies of certificates, curriculum vitae, telephone number and contact addresses of three referees to the address
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for interview and not
• The applicant must have a letter of identification from his/her

All applications be directed to:

Chairman of the Search Committee of the General Secretary, The Evangelical Lutheran Church - North Eastern Diocese

P.O Box 10 Lushoto-Tanga

The closing date for receiving application is August 13^th, 2021 at 16.00 hours.

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Published: 22 July 2021

THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN TANZANIA-NORTH EASTERN DIOCESE (ELCT – NED)

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill vacant position of Director of Social services at ELCT -NED head office Lushoto

Job title: Director for Social Services Reporting to Diocesan General Secretary Nature of Work:

Performs a variety of administrative, technical and professional work in preparation and implementation of education, health and a diaconia programs and services within the NED

This is full time position where a director is responsible for working closely with Heads of Departments and Education, Women and Children, Gender, Youth and Students in North Eastern Diocese.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Directs social services and the goals and objectives of the
2. Responsible for long term and short term strategic social services plans in the Directorate including Education, Health and diaconal, youth and TSCF and Gender and
3. Visit Institutions and advice on different issues concerning Administration and
4. Participate in all boards and committee meeting as an ex-official.
5. Developing projects proposal concerning social services and seek source of income to fund
6. To build strong relationship between Diocese and other stakeholders including preparing and implementation of memorandum of understanding and other partnership
7. Undertake other duties assigned by the General Secretary

Training and Experience Required:

1. Considerable experience at least 5 year in social services, including administrative capability
2. Masters holder, preferably with specialization in social services, theology, laws and Administration from a recognized
3. Considerable knowledge of Diaconia
4. Ability to communicate effectively to groups and individuals, businesses, supervisors, employees, and the general
5. Ability to establish working relationships with other organizations and social services partners.
6. Ability to prepare and analyze reports and data, and have skill in the operation of necessary tools and equipment, i.e. computer, word processing, spreadsheet software, and general office equipment.

Remuneration: Attractive

Contract period: The holder of this position will be offered a contract of three years- renewable

Mode of Application:

Interested candidate should send their applications enclosing photocopies of certificates, curriculum vitae, telephone number and contact addresses of three referees to the address below

General Secretary

Evangelical Lutheran Church - North Eastern Diocese

P.O Box 10 Lushoto-Tanga

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The closing date for receiving application is August 13^th, 2021 at 16.00 hours.