Small mammals conservation organization (SMACON) announced on Twitter the need for applicants who are passionate about conservation to join their team.
SMACON a non-profit organization is dedicated to the safety of small mammals and their habitat through empirical conservation that protects local livelihoods. “We are looking for passionate individuals who are dedicated to the biodiversity cause” they announced.
How do you qualify?
Added to the basic requirements for the role, each applicant is expected to possess the following skill sets in order to be productive in the work place- basic email set up, slide design for presentations, ability to work collaboratively with Google Suites like Docs, Sheets and so on. Handling/transferring large files online and managing breakout rooms online.
1. Position: Finance Manager
Location: Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria.
Scope / Responsibilities
Manage SMACON finances and accounting
Prepare financial annual reports and statements
Ensure prompt entry of financial activities into accounting software
Prepare budgets for grant applications
Ensure SMACON meets donors’ financial reporting requirements
Ensure that SMACON complies with federal, state, and local financial and tax requirements
Maintain financial security by following internal controls
Reconcile financial discrepancies through in-depth analyses of accounts, and financial records
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum of B.Sc/BA/HND in Accounting, Management, or related disciplines
ICAN or equivalent certifications will be an added advantage
Must be able to work with QuickBooks
Experience
Must have experience in bookkeeping
Bank and auditor liaison
Relevant post-qualification experience
Prior experience with a non-governmental org. will be an added advantage
Skills
Should be fluent in spoken and written English
Analytical, physically organized, and good report-writing skills
Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills
In-depth knowledge of financial systems, financial management, and reporting
Must be a good team player
2. Position: Operations Officer
Location: Benin City
Job Description and Responsibilities
Recruit student volunteers for monitoring and count
Identify roost sites of Eidolon helvum the Straw-coloured Fruit bat
Kickstart Straw-coloured Fruit bat population count in Benin
Collate/organize count data
Execute administrative tasks
Assist in planning SMACON meetings, events, and workshops
Variable work hours to be negotiated with the applicant prior to recruitment.
Whom to report to:
Project Manager
Admin Manager
Qualifications and Experience
A postgraduate student who is actively enrolled in Zoology or any related field at the University of Benin
Proper business English, punctuation, spelling, and grammatical usage
Ability to lead a team
Dynamic and able to quickly learn new skills
3. Position: Field Officers
Location: Calabar
Job Description and Responsibilities
Supervise Forest Guardians and Data Technicians in Boki
Supervise field-based alternative livelihood teams
Conduct supervised field surveys and data collection
Facilitate community engagement and education efforts
Whom to report to:
Community Engagement Manager
Project Manager
Qualifications and Experience
A degree in Zoology, Biological Sciences, and other related disciplines
Must reside in Cross River State, and be ready to spend extensive time in the field (Afi Mountain and Cross River National Park)
How To Apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter, all in one document to info@smacon-africa.org.
For the Finance Manager position, your cover letter should indicate your salary expectations. Your email subject should read “Finance Manager Position”.
For all other positions, your email subject should be the position, e.g “Operations Officer Position”.
Due to the anticipated high volume of applications, we will contact only shortlisted candidates for interviews.
For more information, send an email to info@smacon-africa.org
