Vacancy Announcement United States Peace Corps in Liberia

Applications are invited from qualified persons to fill these positions with the U.S. Peace Corps in Liberia.

Position Title:

FINANCIAL ASSISTANT
Salary Grade is based on U. S. Mission Local Compensation Plan

Position Summary: The Financial Assistant serves as a member of the Management & Operations Team: The Financial Assistant works with the Management & Operations Team to perform administrative, financial and travel functions that support Volunteers and Staff. Duties include processing of invoices, vouchers, financial planning, records management, booking international travel and other assorted duties. QUALIFICATIONS: Three or more years of administrative and financial experience. Bachelors degree or greater in Finance, Accounting or Business helpful. Background in Travel planning and procurements. Exceptional and proven written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrate keen sense of cultural awareness for both Liberian and American cultures. Excellent customer service skills. Demonstrate high proficiency in Microsoft products with experience in Excel, Work, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Must be very organized, accurate, efficient and have the ability to prioritize many projects at one time. Must be solution oriented and resourceful in problem solving. Excellent organizational skills with experience in cataloging and archiving records. Adaptability to web based programs and experience with technology a plus. Ability to work effectively with a team. Ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort. POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A BACKGROUD CHECK CLEARANCE.

PEACE CORPS LIBERIA APPLICATION PROCESS

For a complete Statement of Work, please send a request to pcjobs@lr.@peacecorps.gov. Application Process Submit a letter of interest for the specific position you are applying and a detailed resume with three reference contacts via email to: pcjobs@lr.peacecorps.gov. No phone calls please. NOTE: ALL NON-LIBERIAN APPLICATNTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS ALLOWING WORK IN COUNTRY BEFORE BEING ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. The deadline for applications is October 11th, 2013. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the Contracting Officer. A detailed Statement of Work can be obtained at the guard stations of the Peace Corps Office in Congo Town. For additional information regarding Peace Corps, please visit our website at www.peacecorps.gov.