About Voices GY

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Voices GY is a registered Guyanese non-profit organisation, active since April 2018. Our mission is to strengthen social cohesion, cultural integration and human rights in the country through targeted projects and partnerships. As an organisation, we are founded on a community-based approach towards a more cohesive and inclusive Guyana. Previous projects have included English tuition for migrants and refugees; support through training and grants to migrant entrepreneurs; regional needs assessments on education and social integration; mental health support; social cohesion events; and multimedia productions on minority rights and cultures.

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Background

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In Voices GY’s first three years as an organisation, we have consistently innovated with online and remote programmes to provide multiple forms of assistance to refugees and migrants. These programmes have become increasingly important with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, and have resulted in an increase in the quantity and relevance of our programmes. 

 

Voices GY currently undertake a number of projects with a range of partners from the United Nations, the diplomatic core, International NGOs and private companies based in Guyana and abroad. In turn, the organisation has grown from a small grassroots organisation to an established NGO with almost 40 staff and volunteers in our networks.

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About the role

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The Intern (Office and Finance) will play an important role in maintaining clarity and transparency in Voices GY’s financial and organisational records. The Intern will therefore aid in streamlining our channels of communication, procurement practices, and financial reporting.

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The Intern will work closely with Voices GY's Finance and HR Officer, with progressive opportunities for independent work.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

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• Collate, submit and securely maintain invoices from Voices GY’s projects in a punctual and organised manner

• Assist in the preparation of financial reports for projects and in collaboration with project staff and the Finance and HR Officer.

• To assist in payroll activities and processing.

• To provide oversight of Voices GY’s physical assets, including materials, office resources and furniture.

• To assist in the writing and processing of staff contracts and HR materials

• To undertake tasks relating to office procurement.

• Assist in other administrative functions as and when the organisation requires.

 

Requirements

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• Education: Highschool diploma required. An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management, or a related field is a strong advantage. 

• Experience: demonstrable experience of a similar role is a plus.

• Languages: Ability to communicate in spoken and written English is required.  Spanish language skills are a strong advantage.

• Working ability in the use of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Google Drive, Zoom and Whatsapp

• Strong communication and teamwork skills, punctuality and self-drive

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*This position is part-time and based in Georgetown, Guyana*

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A stipend is offered to offset all costs incurred by the intern

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To Apply

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To apply, send the following documents to careers.voicesgy@gmail.com by 5pm on Friday 29th October 2021. Applicants who fail to provide all documents will not be considered.

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• Cover Letter

• CV

• Contact details for 2 referees (email and telephone)

 

Voices GY is not only an Equal Opportunities Employer – diversity is at the root of all that we do and strive for. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply and enrich the work we undertake.