Business and Accounting Officer at Chanzo Initiative

Business and Accounting Officer at Chanzo Initiative

Business and Accounting Officer at Chanzo Initiative

We are looking for a Business and Accounting Officer (BAO) who will play a key role in driving the growth and success of the company. You will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing and maintaining relationships with key clients and partners, managing the company’s financial bookkeeping, and implementing strategies to help achieve the company’s sales and revenue goals.

About The Chanzo Initiative

The Chanzo Initiative, or simply The Chanzo, is a multimedia company based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, established in 2020 that operates in line with media and company regulations. The company functions around journalistic works and offers media consultancy services.

In journalistic works, The Chanzo has been known for going beyond the news through analysis and reports that look at issues in-depth and using creative short videos, audio and infographics to tell stories that simplify complex topics for wider audiences. See our work on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube (@thechanzo) and our website www.thechanzo.com.

Also, as a media consultancy firm, The Chanzo provides media related services such as journalism training, production, and creative Works services to organisations.

Job Description

The Business and Accounting Officer (BAO) will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing and maintaining relationships with key clients and partners, managing the financial bookkeeping of the company and implementing strategies to help achieve the company’s sales and revenue goals. He’ll report to the company’s Managing Editor.

Specific duties include:

• Develop and implement business strategies to achieve revenue growth and margin expansion.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities for the company.
  Develop and maintain relationships with key clients and partners.
  Create, monitor, and report on key performance metrics to determine business efforts’ effectiveness and anticipated client needs.
  Monitor industry trends and market conditions.
  Maintaining financial records, preparing financial statements and ensuring compliance with accounting and tax laws.
  Preparing budgets, monitoring expenditures and profits and providing reports.
  Assist with special projects and tasks as requested.

Requirements:

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to negotiate and collaborate with others positively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in marketing, sales, or related fields.
• Knowledge and competency in accounting principles.
• Experience in managing budgets and reviewing financial statements.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Business Administration or other related fields.

How To Apply

Interested candidates may send Application Letter and Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume to: [email protected]. The deadline for application is August 25, 2023. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.