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  • SayPro Management Internshipal Control

    Key Duties and Responsibilities : Human Resource Management within the Internal Control Unit; Ensure thatGovernance is implementation maintain in all GMT components; Ensure thatassurance services are performed; Fraud Management; Loss Management;Irregular, unauthorized, fruitless and wasteful expenditure.

  • SayPro Head of Management & Financial Control (“Controller”)

     CONTEXT VIRUNGA NATIONAL PARK (ViNP), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the oldest park in Africa. It stretches over 7.800km2, is home to some of the last mountain gorillas and is considered as one of the most biodiverse places in the world. Virunga Foundation (VF), an NGO incorporated under British law, has been granted the management of Virunga National Park in partnership with the Congolese Institute for the Conservation of Nature (ICCN). VF has launched a vast social and economic development program to anchor its conservation efforts within the broader context of a just, and green economic transition for the local communities (5 million people, 70% of whom live below the poverty line as defined by the World Bank) in the Province of North Kivu. In addition to the conservation of the Park, VF has established 4 development priorities: electricity, entrepreneurship, agriculture and tourism. ELECTRICITY VIRUNGA ENERGIES ("VE"), wholly owned by VF, is the company responsible for the electrification of the Province of North Kivu. At present, VE operates 3 hydropower plants for a total of ~ 30 MW and transmits and distributes electricity in the regions of Rutshuru, Lubero, Mutwanga and the city of Goma. The company is in advanced discussions with financial backers to increase electricity generation and significantly extend its distribution network. It is estimated that each MW distributed locally creates between 800 and 1,000 additional jobs, of which, on average, 10% are occupied by former members of armed groups, establishing a direct link between electrification and the development of peace in a region affected by insecurity for several decades. ENTREPRENEURSHIP The entrepreneurship program aims to support (micro) enterprises in their development and remove the barriers that (small) entrepreneurs face. The program is divided into two main activities: 1. the granting of innovative loans (the reimbursement of a loan is based on the the electricity consumption of the entrepreneur); 2. the management of 2 industrial zones of ~5 Ha each, intended to accommodate companies with an industrial project. AGRICULTURE The agriculture program supports farmers in North Kivu to improve agricultural yields and supports agro-industrial processing activities that generate added economic value. To this end, VF supports in particular the following agricultural and fishing value chains: corn, potatoes, cocoa, coffee, papain, chia, palm fruits and fish from Lake Edouard. TOURISM Virunga promotes the development of international ecotourism, respectful of the environment and to the benefit of the local population (profits are reinvested - locally). At present, it is possible to visit of one of the most active volcanoes in the world (the last eruption of which was on May 22, 2021), the last mountain gorillas, the island of Tchegera and savannah animals in the plains of Rwindi (Lulimbi camp). In order to continuously improve its impact on the region's development, Virunga Energies is recruiting a Head of Management & Financial Control. CANDIDATE’S PROFILE Profile Master in Economics, Finance, Business, Accounting Virunga Energies’ CFO Matebe or Goma (possibility of partial remote working), North Kivu, DR Congo Experience 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following areas is essential: Financial analysis of large and complex organizations Development and monitoring of complex budgets Donor funding and reporting Financial or strategic consulting Skills Analytical and structured Independent and proactive Capable of working in a complex setting • Entrepreneurial Knowledge  Fluent French and English speaker   Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ICAS, CIPFA, CIMA etc.) (a plus but not obligatory)  MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES The Controller is expected to support Virunga Energies’ newly appointed CFO in developing, structuring, and implementing a world-class finance and management control function. The main objectives of the Controller are: Bring reporting and financial analysis of the company to an adequate level for a large company Embed capabilities into the process, people and organization Establish new, efficient and effective, financial procedures Provide independent oversight to the Management 1. Reporting Providing high-quality monthly, quarterly and yearly reports to the different management levels of Virunga Energies (internal meetings, Financial and Audit Committees, Board Meetings) Reporting to donors and keeping track of the various projects’ budgets, while ensuring eligibility of expenses (for e.g., UE grants) Improving further the quality, depth, and breadth of reporting Automating reports 2. Financial analysis & cost controlEstablishing a framework for financial analysis and reporting on a regular basis to meet internal and external legal and regulatory requirements  Developing cashflows and forward-looking cash position perspectives   Analyzing and interpreting financial information to identify potential issues and opportunities for savings   Providing feedback to budget holders, VE management, FAC and Board to assist in understanding the figures and take decisions/corrective action where necessary in order to achieve their objectives   Identifying discrepancies in financial information   Identifying financial optimization initiatives (funding, cost optimization) In addition, the Controller is   Proactively contributing to the monthly closing process of the accounting books in close collaboration with the accounting team, ensuring consistent and correct income and expenses allocation and booking   Following-up with site management, construction management and budget owners on operational & construction performance versus budget & longer- term plans, producing explanatory variance reports and proposing corrective action plans  3. Internal control  Ensuring adequate internal controls are in place and organizational resources appropriately safe guarded   Maintaining all necessary systems, policies and procedures to ensure robust, effective and efficient financial management, in conjunction with the Internal Control Department,   Ensuring that the finance department’s SOPs manual is kept up to date and adhered to. 4. Ad hoc tasks   Managing the development of annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring that departmental requirements and donor contracts are incorporated appropriately and that each budget holder fully understands and assumes responsibility for their budget.   Ensuring forecasts are stress-tested and consider different scenarios.   Performing any other accounting and finance related tasks as advised by management  WHY VIRUNGA? Contractual conditions Competitive international salary; 2-year contract (renewable) with 3-month trial period; Medical coverage & repatriation; Accommodation, catering and on-site transportation supported by the employer; Safety device for the implementation of activities in the field. In addition to advantageous contractual conditions, you: Will have the opportunity to directly contribute to the improvement of a vast economic development program with a profound impact on the periphery of Virunga National Park (the park is the largest employer in the region, Virunga Energies is on the way to becoming the largest electricity supplier in eastern Congo); Enjoy significant independence in carrying out your work; Be able to live (optional) in a unique place in the world (departing from the park headquarters in Rumangabo), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while enjoying the more social aspects of a large city such as Goma (1 to 3 hours’drive between different camps);              How to apply       APPLICATION DOCUMENTS A cover letter, a CV and three references and the certificates of services rendered, and copies of school titles. HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates can send their complete files only by email, in word of PDF format to the address to recruitmentvsarl@virunga.org by copying jgabriel@virunga.org. Indicate the following reference in the subject line of the email “VE / Senior Controller / 2022 / [Your name]”.

  • SayPro Head of Internshipal Control

     Virunga Foundation is seeking a Head of Internal Control for Virunga National Park to work from its Rumangabo office in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Virunga Foundation, a UK-registered charity, has a 25-year contract with the Congolese Wildlife Authority (“ICCN”) to manage Virunga National Park, currently extending until 2040. Virunga Foundation, founded in 2005, is a dynamic and fast growing environmental conservation organization. The organisation employs over 700 staff in the Democratic Republic of Congo and supports over 700 park rangers, employed by the Institut Congolese pour le conservation de la nature, (ICCN). The Foundation’s conservation program aims are to conserve and re-establish all native species, fauna and flora within the Park’s boundaries. Conservation work specifically includes the protection of Mountain Gorillas and other critically endangered mammal species in what is Africa’s oldest national park. Virunga National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its recognition as one of the World’s most biodiverse areas, containing a number of endangered species. In addition to its conservation goals, objectives include supporting the implementation of the rule of law within and in the proximity of the Park, as well as investing in and supporting a rapidly growing programme of sustainable development projects. The development projects have already supported the growth of existing enterprises, as well as the creation of new ventures, in particular, as a result of the provision of reliable sustainable hydropower. The ecological, cultural and political context of the national park is one of the most challenging yet rewarding of programmes in wildlife conservation. Through the creation of the Virunga Alliance, a wide range of partners, Virunga Foundation has initiated a major reform programme and is focussing on ambitious financial sustainability targets in the medium term. Virunga Foundation has already made significant progress in recent years to achieve a robust funding model with diversified sources of financing including funding from public and private donors, revenue from business initiatives such as hydroelectric power and tourism, as well as loans and investments. With the continued expansion of the operations and activities, both in the nature of activities and scale, the role of internal control becomes ever more important to ensure the entire range of activities have appropriate oversight, control and reporting mechanisms in place to meet the requirements of a wide range of stakeholders. Stakeholders include; Institutional investors, (grants and loans), Private/Foundation investors, (grants and loans), public donors, regulatory bodies and a range of partners. Key Objectives: To review internal practices, processes, systems and policies, making recommendations for improvements to strengthen organisational performance and controls. Assisting senior management in the implementation of recommendations and subsequently following up on implementation. Actively supporting senior management in ensuring the effective management of risk across all Virunga Foundation and subsidiary operations. Undertaking internal audits and control work as required by external funders, under the direction of senior management. Reporting to: Board of Trustees Local Manager: CEO Management Responsibility Manage the staff of the internal control team, establishing annual objectives and undertaking review and feedback processes. Identify training and development needs. Prepare the Unit’s annual work plan, based on agreed organisation objectives and priorities, amending as required and identifying resource requirements. Main Duties & Responsibilities: To review and assess the effectiveness of accounting and financial controls, compliance procedures and controls throughout the Park and follow up on the implementation of agreed improvements. Plan and conduct risk-based financial, operational and compliance audit engagements of Virunga Foundation’s program and operational units. Plan and undertake internal audits and pre-audits required by third parties, particularly funders, to confirm compliance. Assist in the development of reporting and control systems in order to meet new compliance requirements. Ensure strong communication with colleagues across functions and maintain a presence on the ground to facilitate early identification of control issues. Assess the adequacy and extent of programs designed to safeguard organization assets. Identify control weaknesses and opportunities for improvement, whenever noted in the course of undertaking review work. Including identifying areas of strength and weakness and supporting staff and management in continuous staff training, education and development in line with best practices. Maintain the organisation risk register, in co-operation with key risk owners, reporting to the Finance and Audit Committee on its status at agreed intervals. Report risk management issues and internal control deficiencies identified directly to management and provide recommendations on how to mitigate risks. Play an active role as a member of the Board Finance and Audit Committee. Support the Investigation Unit in carrying out investigations of allegations of misconduct, violation of The Code of Conduct, and misappropriation. Collaborate with and support the Investigation Unit in the implementation of the ethics and compliance program. Qualifications: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or other related field At least 10 years’ experience including accounting, finance and auditing, in diverse business environments. A professionally recognised accounting or auditing qualification from an internationally recognised institution would be advantageous. Skills, Experience and Attributes: Experience in developing internal policies and procedures and process evaluation and documentation. Significant experience and knowledge of the development and review of internal control systems. Experience of meeting externally imposed compliance frameworks, particularly from funding organisations and of developing programmes to fulfil these external requirements. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong analytical skills. Detail oriented and ability to interpret and effectively communicate figures and other financial information. Experience of implementation of change in procedures, controls and working practices. Capable of working independently, under pressure, in a challenging, fast moving work environment, often in demanding field conditions. Staff management experience, including objective setting, appraisal and development. Fluent in French and English. Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate requirement for change in an open manner. Ability to train small and large audiences of diverse backgrounds and level of understanding. High sense of ethic, integrity, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.              How to apply       Applications to include; A cover letter of no more than one page describing interest in and why qualified for the role. A current CV or Resume, detailing professional experience, education and qualifications. Applications to be sent to; recruitment@virunga.org , including, “Head of Internal Control” in the email subject line.

  • SayPro Process and Furnace Control Engineering —

    SayPro executes furnace control installations, both locally and internationally, in which interactions with clients and technical expertise are required at a professional level. Execute R&D projects in line with the divisional research program, employing finance control and electrical engineering theory and principles—the primary contact point on client projects for project administration and technical aspects. Provide clients with advanced training at a nationally-competitive level of technical expertise. Contribute technically to marketing presentations. Ascertain needs of clients to contribute to annual R&D planning and strategy. Ensure that projects are executed on time and within budget. Ensure that QES procedures are strictly adhered to, and that project work is completed with maximum overall technical efficiency. Actively participate in the training, guidance, and motivation of junior staff. Participate in team debates and technical decisions. Produce professional reports, papers, and presentations at local and international conferences. Keep up-to-date at a professional level with technology and business developments relevant to the division’s interests.