Senior Accountant – Medicines And Medical Supplies Fund

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (AGENCY) is a Statutory Government Agency established by the ZAMMSA Act No.9 of 2009 and charged with the procurement of medicines and medical supplies, storage of medicines and medical supplies and distribution of medicines and medical supplies to all public facilities in Zambia. The Agency’s responsibility is carried out on behalf of Government, ensuring that essential drugs and medical supplies are available and accessible to the public. ZAMMSA ensures quality and safety of the distributed medical products through strict quality assurance protocols, including inspections and compliance with regulatory requirement. The Agency seeks applications from suitably qualified and experienced Zambian Nationals to fill the under listed positions at ZAMMSA: 16. SENIOR ACCOUNTANT – MEDICINES AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES FUND (x 01) Grade: ZMS 05 Reports to: Manager – Fund Main Job Purpose To safeguard the financial health of the Agency by efficiently managing funds, optimising investments and ensuring sustainable funding in order to procure, store and distribute medicines and medical supplies in a sustainable manner. Main Responsibilities The main duties and responsibilities for this post are but not limited to the following: 1. Policy and Strategic Planning Supervises the formulation and review of investment policies, regulations and guidelines in order to provide a framework for prudent fund utilisation and enhance sustainability. Contributes to the development and implementation of strategic plans in order to provide a roadmap for financial stability and growth. 2. Financial Management and Reporting Supervises the preparation and monitoring of budgets, accurate and timely financial reporting, the management of accounts payable and receivable and the conduct of financial analysis. Supervises the development of the Agency’s budget in order to ensure that financial resources are allocated efficiently to meet operational needs and strategic goals. Supervises the periodic preparation of financial and other reports in order to ensure compliance with statutory provisions and facilitate informed decision-making. 3. Treasury Management – Supervises the management of cash flow, liquidity levels and banking relationships in order to ensure that the Agency has the liquidity necessary to operate smoothly and avoids cash shortages that could disrupt the supply of medicines and medical supplies. 4. Internal Controls, Compliance and Risk Management Supervises the development and implementation of internal controls to safeguard assets, the identification and mitigation of financial risks and the conduct of regular risk assessments. Ensures compliance with relevant laws, regulations and internal policies and coordinates audits in order to protect the Agency from legal issues and financial losses. 5. Stakeholder Communication and Reporting – Communicates financial performance and fund status to stakeholders, prepares reports for donors and government bodies, and addresses any queries or concerns. 6. Leadership and Management Provides leadership to the Fund accounting team in order to foster a culture of excellence, teamwork and continuous improvement and achieve performance targets. Supervises the professional development of team members in order to enhance their skills and performance. Supervises the development of individual work plans and implementation of the Performance Management System (PMS) in order to monitor, evaluate and enhance performance. Manages human and other material resources in order to facilitate achievement of departmental objectives. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Integrity Tact and Diplomacy SKILLS REQUIRED Leadership skills Managerial skills Analytical skills Good computer skills Ability to write strategic, technical and analytical reports Ability to communicate fluently in English MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Full Grade 12 School Certificate Degree in Accountancy, Full ACCA/CIMA, Chartered Accountancy or its equivalent Member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (ZICA) Minimum 4 years’ relevant work experience   HOW TO APPLY a) All interested persons meeting the above qualifications and experience should send their applications with certified copies of their National Registration Card, academic and professional qualifications, proof of membership of relevant regulatory body (where applicable) latest practicing license (where applicable) and a detailed curriculum vitae with three references including their contact number. b) All professional qualifications must be accredited or recognized and validated by the Zambia Qualifications Authority. c) The closing date for receiving applications Sunday 25th October, 2026 at 17:00hrs. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. All applications should be addressed and hand delivered to: The Acting Director General Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency P.O. Box 30207 Plot 6446, Mukwa Road. Lusaka