Company Description Developing World Connections (DWC) is an international development charity. Its mandate is to address issues of poverty and social justice throughout Africa, Asia and Latin America. This work is carried out by sending volunteer teams and implementing long-term, donor-funded projects directly with its in-country partners. Developing World Connections is committed to a positive and collaborative work environment where all employees are appreciated for who they are and what they contribute. Here’s a peek at the great things you’ll be doing.
Role Description The successful applicant will be a highly organized and detail-oriented individual with a passion for international development and travel to support the organization through financial and administrative duties. We are looking for an individual with a breadth of experience that would relish the opportunity to make a lasting impact in a small and thriving charity.
Key Duties:
- Accounts payables and accounts receivable
- Bank deposits; bank and credit card reconciliations
- Liaising with international partners to account entirely for disbursements
- Various administrative support tasks and duties as needed
- Customer service including requesting and filing documentation
- Collecting, calculating, coding and running reports on volunteer trip donations through the CRM system.
- Manage receipting software for account reconciliation support
- Event coordination and promotional campaign support (fundraisers, golf tournament)
- Manage office-wide calendar and take notes for meetings
- Reception services and general clerical duties such as filing, mailing and ordering
- Other admin tasks as needed
Requirements:
- A post-secondary certificate, diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, or a related field.
- Strong MS Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- QuickBooks Online or similar accounting software
- Detail oriented, motivated and able to take initiative with minimal supervision while keeping a positive, friendly attitude • Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and manage multiple deadlines
- Excellent communications and customer service skills No day is the same, so flexibility and adaptability are essential traits of the successful candidate. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in a high-paced office setting and a demonstrated “can-do" attitude.
The Perks:
- Competitive salary depending on experience,
- International travel opportunities after first year,
- Extended health & dental,
- Paid parking, paid lunch breaks (office is in downtown Kamloops)
- 3-weeks holiday and additional days off throughout the year, such as birthdays.
Qualified applicants, please send your resume and cover letter to payables@developingworldconnections.org. Reference Finance and Administrative Coordinator in your subject line and include three professional references.
