Career Opportunity at Fred Hollows Foundation : Intern – Finance

The Fred Hollows Foundation is one of the world’s largest and most innovative eye health international development organizations, having restored sight to more than 3 million people around the world.   We are an ambitious organization, committed to making a difference and end avoidable blindness, however we recognize that we cannot do this alone.

Founded in 1992 in honor of late Professor Fred Hollows, world-renowned eye surgeon and social activist from Australia, The Foundation has been one of the fastest growing international NGOs in healthcare.

It’s not just what we do that’s important, it’s the way that we do it that matters. We work hand in hand with our communities and partners who together, share the same goals and determination.  We focus on results and are passionate about making affordable and accessible eye care a reality for everyone, so that no one person is needlessly blind. Working together we deepen our impact.

About the Position

The Finance intern will be exposed to a real industry experience from the academic learning gained in school. This internship is a six months’ program aiming to give a graduate real work experience, personal and professional development through on-job mentorship and coaching.

The Finance Intern will be exposed to processing supplier payments, preparing cash advances and staff refunds, filing both physical documents and soft copies.

Specific responsibilities include:   

• Support in processing of Mpesa transactions to participants ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Review of payment voucher for:
  • Completeness of supporting documents including authorization/signing
  • Accuracy of the supporting documents/payments and acquittals
  • Stamping of payment vouchers with “paid stamp”
  • Attaching payment advice to all payment vouchers
• Creating of transactions in IPOS for review and submission by Finance Assistant
• Confirm all journal vouchers are printed, signed, and filled sequentially.
• Transfer of prior year payment vouchers from the store to filling room.
• Review and file payment vouchers sequentially in the filling cabinet
• Support in documentation retrieval during audit both internal and external
• Support closure of any gap identified during the internal audit process
• Review petty cash transactions support documents before replenishment
• Support the operations department when called upon to do so
• Any other duty that may be assigned from time to time

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance Business Administration, or related field
• Any professional qualification will be an added advantage.
• Previous internship experience in a similar role is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Excel, Word, Outlook
• Knowledge working with Finance Systems
• Good communication skills, both written and oral
• Demonstrate initiative and resourcefulness to identify and solve issues proactively

How to apply and who to contact

Applications should be made via our website: https://career10.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=1101&company=thefredhol and should include your resume and cover letter addressing all areas expressed in the ‘experience, skills & attributes’ section of the Role Purpose.

Alternatively, if you would like further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist team via email at employment@hollows.org Applications sent to this address will not be considered.

Closing Date: 1st April 2022

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work.  Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.