Misheck Lyuba Chitanda
@mishecklyubachitanda
Experienced accountant with over 20 years in finance and grants management.
What I'm looking for
I am a professional accountant with over twenty years of extensive experience in the NGO and health sectors. My expertise encompasses accounting, budgeting, tax management, bank reconciliations, payroll, and financial analysis. I have successfully managed donor grants and fundraising initiatives, demonstrating my ability to provide strategic financial information for decision-making at the management level.
Throughout my career, I have held significant roles such as Grants and Finance Manager at Shareteah Humanitarian Organization and Finance and Fundraising Manager at Dijla Agricultural Association. My commitment to capacity building is evident in my part-time teaching roles, where I have empowered local students in finance and accounting. I am dedicated to fostering a culture of hard work, determination, and excellence in all my professional endeavors.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Grants and Finance Manager
Shareteah Humanitarian Organization
Feb 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)
Overseeing grants management, fundraising, and proposal writing. Responsible for financial statements, management reports, payroll, and budget monitoring. Conducting staff appraisals and managing asset procurement.
Grants and Fundraising Manager
Caritas Congo Asbl
Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Responsible for managing grants, partnerships, and fundraising initiatives. Prepare financial statements and management reports to support organizational goals.
Finance and Human Resource Manager
Dijla Agricultural Association
Oct 2021 - Jan 2024 (2 years 3 months)
Managed budgets, prepared financial reports, and oversaw payroll and tax management. Engaged in policy implementation and donor negotiations.
Finance and Fundraising Manager
Dijla Agricultural Association
Oct 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 3 months)
Managed budgets and prepared financial reports for the Board. Oversaw payroll, tax management, and financial performance evaluations. Engaged in donor negotiations and policy implementations.
Accountant
Medya Diagnostic Center
Sep 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years)
Set up financial management systems, prepared payroll and financial statements, and conducted audits. Managed cash flow and liaised with banks.
Fundraising and Grants Accountant
Kurdistan Organization for Human Rights Watch
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)
Managed financial statements and budgeting for grants, ensuring compliance and effective financial management.
Senior Accountant
Medya Diagnostic Center
Feb 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years 7 months)
Established financial management systems, prepared payroll and financial statements, and managed audits. Conducted financial due diligence and ensured liquidity through effective cash flow management.
Finance and Grants Officer
British Council Zambia
Jan 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 year)
Oversaw partner grants accounts and finance management, ensuring compliance and effective budget monitoring.
Fundraising and Grants Accountant
Kurdistan Human Rights Watch
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Reviewed financial statements and budgets, managed cash positions, and prepared risk reports. Engaged in fundraising and monitoring of partners' grants.
Part-Time Accounting Lecturer
Various Institutions
Jan 2000 - Jan 2022 (22 years)
Developed and delivered accounting lessons, prepared students for exams, and provided academic support.
Chief Accountant
CBTA - Zambia
Jan 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 11 months)
Prepared financial statements and management reports, managed payroll and statutory payments, and conducted staff appraisals. Oversaw asset management and budget monitoring.
Finance and HR Manager
CBTA - DRC/Zambia
Jan 2014 - Dec 2016 (2 years 11 months)
Prepared financial statements and managed payroll, statutory payments, and human resources functions.
Director of Finance and Administration
KRDA NGO
Nov 1996 - Nov 2013 (17 years)
Oversaw financial management, budgeting, and HR functions while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
Director of Finance and Fundraising
KRDA NGO Botswana
Sep 1996 - Nov 2013 (17 years 2 months)
Managed financial operations, including payroll, budgeting, and financial reporting. Engaged in fundraising and donor networking, and supervised financial staff.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
British Council UK
Certificate in Fraud Management, Fraud Management
2018 -
Earned a Certificate in Fraud Management, enhancing skills in identifying and managing financial fraud risks.
British Council
Certificate in Fraud Management, Fraud Management
2013 -
Certificate in Fraud Management, focusing on fraud prevention and management techniques.
ACCA Professional UK
ACCA, Accounting
2013 -
Completed Level Two of the ACCA Professional qualification, focusing on advanced accounting principles and practices.
IDPM-Botswana
Diploma in NGO Project Management, Project Management
2006 -
Completed a Diploma in NGO Project Management with a major in strategic planning, fundraising, and proposal writing.
Association of Accounting Technicians UK
Association of Accounting Technicians, Accounting
1992 -
Admitted Full member of AAT UK (MAAT) under the old syllabus sponsored by ACCA and CIMA. Completed 13 courses with credits in various subjects including Basic Accounting, Business Administration, and Financial Accounting.
Association of Accounting Technicians
Association of Accounting Technicians, Accounting
1992 -
Admitted Full member of AAT UK (MAAT) under the old syllabus sponsored by ACCA and CIMA. Completed 13 courses with credits in various accounting subjects.
Zambian School
Zambian School Certificate, General Education
1987 -
Obtained the Zambian School Certificate (O-Level), demonstrating foundational education in various subjects.
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