Zeferino Bape

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Universidade Eduardo Mondlane

EDUCATION Accounting and Finance Eduardo Mondlane University 02/2018 – Present Maputo, Mozambique Courses Master Course Accounting and Finance Eduardo Mondlane University 02/2009 – 12/2016 Maputo, Mozambique Courses Bachelors Course English for Teaching Purpose UP-Pedagogic University 01/2008 – 12/2008 Maputo, Mozambique Courses Medium Teachers Training 2018: to Date Master Degree Course in Accounting and Finance Eduardo Mondlane University Key Subjects: Financial Planning and Analysis, Advanced management accounting, Advanced Financial Audit,Business Taxation, Financial Investment

SIDA PRESSANI Programe Finance Focal Point

OXFAM NOVIB

Financial Management Oversight: Strategic financial management oversight of a SEK 90 million (approximately EUR 7 million) five-year programme, “RESSANI,” funded by SIDA through the Swedish Embassy in Mozambique and implemented by a consortium of organizations (Oxfam, UPCN, ALIMI, and ROADS) in Niassa, with Oxfam serving as the lead applicant. Programme Financial Oversight: Oversee programme financial management across the organization and partner entities by ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), manuals, and sound financial management practices. Budget Monitoring & Analysis: Prepare and provide monthly Budget vs Actuals (BvA) and burning rate reports to the Programme Finance Manager. Partner Capacity Building & Training: Deliver training to counterpart organizations on the consortium programme implementation manual. and Conduct regular capacity-building sessions on financial management and accounting best practices. Audit Coordination & Follow-up: Oversee the programme audit process, including: Development of Terms of Reference (ToR) for audits , Preparation of annual financial statements/reports , Coordination of audit activities. Field Monitoring & Compliance Verification: Conduct regular field monitoring visits to: Verify supporting documentation for expenditures , Ensure compliance with financial procedures and donor requirements Reporting Framework & Standardization: Support the development and rollout of harmonized reporting templates aligned with donor requirements. Ensure consistent understanding and application of reporting standards across all partners.

Grants and Compliance Coordinator

Oxfam Novib

CO Mozambique Grants and Contracts Oversight: Oversight of country office contractual and grant operations managing an average annual budget of EUR 5 million, funded through internal allocations and a diverse donor base, including the EU, SIDA, 20 Oxfam affiliates, UN-Habitat, Global Affairs Canada (GAC), NORAD, Dutch Relief Alliance (DRA), Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors (RPA), and DANIDA. Donor Compliance & Contract Management : Conduct inception meetings for all newly awarded projects, focusing on donor compliance requirements (General and Specific Conditions). Reporting & Internal Coordination: Manage the reporting sign-off process by initiating it 35 days before submission deadlines. Donor Relations & Communication: Serve as the focal point for donor-related grant and contract management matters. such as: Non-Cost Extensions, Submission of donor reports, Contract amendments and addendums. Financial Tracking & Receivables: Reconcile outstanding receivables from donors. and Liaise with Project Managers, Country Directors, Headquarters, and donors to ensure timely resolution of outstanding balances. Systems Management: Maintain and update donor compliance data in systems such as: OPP (Oxfam Partnership Platform) , SAP / Adobe systems and Ensure accurate data entry and updates throughout the project lifecycle. Proposal Development Support: Support proposal development by preparing required donor documentation, including: Project track record , Legal and administrative documents and Compliance-related requirements in relevant systems.

Finance Officer-Building Urban Climate Resilience in Southern Eastern Africa Project

OXFAM NOVIB

Financial Management Oversight: of a USD 2.5 million, Oxfam direct implementation four-year programme, “Building Urban Climate Resilience in South-Eastern Africa,” funded by the Adaptation Fund through UN-Habitat and implemented by Oxfam, focusing on drainage construction and rehabilitation, safe-haven and waste management centre development, and the marking and signaling of escape routes. Financial Reporting: Prepare regular financial progress reports for the Grant Manager (Oxfam Italy) and Mozambique Management Team. Budget & Accounting Management: Ensure the chart of accounts and budget codes are properly set up for accurate project accounting and reporting. and Maintain control over updates and changes to financial coding structures. Compliance & Internal Controls: Review procurement processes to ensure compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements. and Ensure adherence to donor regulations and internal financial procedures. Project Financial Management Tools: Develop and maintain project financial management tools and trackers to ensure compliance with organizational procedures and donor requirements. Audit Support & Follow-Up: Provide all necessary documentation and information for internal and external audits, Address audit queries in a timely manner. Review and support the implementation of audit recommendations to strengthen financial controls.

Finance Officer-AGIR AICE Sub-Programme-Ações para uma Governação inclusiva e Responsável .

OXFAM NOVIB

Financial Management Oversight: : Strategic financial management oversight of a SEK 200 million (approximately EUR 21 million), ten-year programme, “AGIR AICE,” funded by SIDA through the Swedish Embassy in Mozambique and implemented by 13 partners, including core organizations and four small granting entities (CORE-AMJ, OAM, RECAC, KUWUKA, ACDH, GDI, IESE, SEKELEKANI, CAICC, MISA, and KUKUMBI). Budgeting & Financial Planning: Support 17 partner organizations in complying with budget limits, ensuring accuracy and value for money during annual and periodic budgeting processes. Financial Monitoring Tools & Systems: Develop and implement financial management tools to enhance monitoring of partner budgets and ensure compliance with budget category limits. Audit & Compliance Management: Consolidate partner organizations’ management letters., Ensure that audit findings are addressed and resolved within stipulated timelines. , Strengthen compliance with donor and organizational financial standards. Risk Management & Capacity Assessment: Conduct financial risk assessments of partner organizations., Identify strengths, weaknesses, and internal control gaps. Develop and support implementation of action plans to improve financial systems and controls. Reporting & Consolidation: Prepare and consolidate programme progress reports for: Programme Management Team , Donors and Other relevant stakeholders Field Monitoring & Verification: Conduct regular field monitoring visits to partner organizations., Verify supporting documentation for expenditures, ensuring: Completeness , Accuracy , Compliance with procedures

Projects Finance Officer

ActionAid Mozambique

Oversight of financial operations for Oxfam Mozambique Country Office, managing a funding portfolio supported by internal allocations and a diverse donor base, including NORAD, SDC, AECID (Spanish Agency for International Cooperation for Development), the Andalusian Agency for Cooperation and Development, and the Alliance Foundation for Law, Equality and International Solidarity. Conducted trainings to partners organizations on Donors Procedures and Regulations during the projects inception, management and closure. Prepared projects managements account to better track and monitor budget performance and regular reallocations required and provide variance explanations. Developed successful several projects proposals during the projects concept notes, full proposals stages. Ensured that commitments were only made against approved budget and regular Review and approve project commitments (purchase orders). Ensured chart of accounts were appropriately set up for accounting and reporting of project expenditures, and maintain control around updates. Prepare accurate bank and Cash reconciliations submit on time to the Regional Finance Officer.