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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Volunteer Accountant

Organization: Foundation for African Empowerment (FAE)
Location: Arusha, Tanzania (Supporting initiatives in Tanzania and Zanzibar)

The Foundation for African Empowerment (FAE) is seeking a dedicated Volunteer Accountant to oversee financial management and project funds for its initiatives in Tanzania and Zanzibar.

This is a paid volunteer position open to young professionals, retired experts, or residents with a valid permit living in Arusha.

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Role Overview

The successful candidate will ensure that all financial activities align with donor requirements, international best practices, and organizational policies.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

• Analyze and prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements.

Grant Accounting

• Oversee financial reporting for various donor-funded projects.
• Manage grant accounting processes to ensure compliance.

Audit Coordination

• Lead the annual audit process.
• Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors.

Budgeting and Financial Planning

• Coordinate the annual budgeting process with the Executive Director.
• Monitor and manage ongoing financial plans and budgets.

Cash Flow Management

• Manage and forecast organizational and project cash flow to ensure financial sustainability.

Leadership Advisory

• Provide regular financial updates and advice to senior leadership regarding the organization’s financial health.

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Candidate Requirements

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in financial management, preferably within the NGO sector.

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Technical and Soft Skills

Software Proficiency

• Experience using QuickBooks and other accounting or financial reporting systems.

IT Skills

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience overseeing software installations and financial systems is an advantage.

Communication Skills

• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to produce clear and concise financial reports.

Stakeholder Management

• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

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Application Process

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Application Deadline

13th March 2026

Required Documents

Applicants should submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Statement of Motivation
• Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Copies of Academic Certificates

Submission

Send your application via email to:

📧 info@thefaeafrica.org
📩 CC: thefaeafrica@gmail.com

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Contact Information

Executive Director
Foundation for African Empowerment (FAE)

📍 P.O. Box 116, Duluti, Arusha, Tanzania

📞 Tel: +255 629 877 299 / +255 767 187 299

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