Applications are invited from qualified candidates who wish to be considered for appointment at the Food and Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (FAREI) in the post of Accountant.

Appointment to the post will be initially on a temporary basis for a period of one year. Subject to satisfactory service, candidates may be offered substantive appointment.

I AGE LIMIT
Candidates unless already employed in the public service or in parastatal organisations should not have reached their 45th birthday by the closing date for the submission of applications.

II. QUALIFICATIONS
A. A pass at the final examination required for admission to membership of one of the following bodies :

(a) The Institute of Chartered Accountants of England and Wales
(b) The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland
(c) The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ireland
(d) The Association of Chartered & Certified Accountants
(e) The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
(f) The Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy

B. Candidates should –

(i) reckon at least three years’ post-qualification experience; and
(ii) be computer literate with experience in computerised accounting systems, preferably standard accounting packages.

Candidates should produce written evidence of experience claimed.
Role and Responsibilities: To assist in the effective and efficient management/administration of finance of the Food and Agricultural Research and Extension Institute (FAREI) and in the maintenance of a proper finance system in support of the overall objectives of the FAREI.

III. SALARY
The temporary appointment will carry flat salary at the rate of Rs30,700 a month.
The permanent and pensionable post carries salary in scale:
Rs 30700 x 825 – 35650 x 900 – 37450 x 950 – 42200 x 1300 – 46100 x 1575 – 49250 x 1650 – 54200 x 1700 – 62700 (FAREI 33)

IV. LIST OF DUTIES
1. To be responsible to the Manager, Finance for all financial and accounting business including procurement and research related activities and specifically –

(i) To be responsible for the compilation of data and financial statistics and ensure that sound and effective budgeting, financial control and general accounting procedures are developed and implemented ;
(ii) To prepare the annual statutory accounts and annual budget estimates;
(iii) To prepare interim financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, reports and changes on financial budget position and variances, and any statutory returns or financial papers as may be required;
(iv) To maintain such records, documents and vouchers for all financial transactions and to produce same for audit;
(v) To maintain financial records and carry out feasibility studies as and when required, in respect of research projects and funding schemes and related activities; and
(vi) To provide analytical input for research planning and co-ordination purpose.

2. To assist in the implementation of the Performance Management System (PMS) in the section.
3. To use ICT in the performance of his duties.
4. To perform such other duties directly related to the main duties listed above or related to the delivery of the output and results expected from the Accountant in the roles ascribed to him.

V. MODE OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates may collect the application form during working hours at the Food and Agricultural Research and Extension Institute, Head Office, Reduit or may download the application form from the website of FAREI (farei.mu).
Instructions to candidates:
1. Only application made on the prescribed form will be accepted.
2. Incomplete, inadequate or inaccurate filling of the form will lead to disqualification and elimination of the candidate.
3. Applicant should possess all certificates/qualifications at time of application.
4. Copy of certificates, and Identity Card must be attached to the application form.
5. Documentary evidence will have to be submitted for experience claimed & should be attached at the time of application.
6. The onus for the submission of equivalence of qualification (if applicable) from the relevant authorities (Tertiary Education Commission or Mauritius Qualifications Authority) rests on the candidates. Applications will not be considered failing the non-submission of Equivalence Certificate, as appropriate, by the closing date.
7. The post applied for should be clearly marked on the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
8. Application received after closing date will not be accepted.

Note: FAREI reserves the right

(i) to convene only the best qualified candidates for interview.
(ii) not to fill any vacancy.

VI. CLOSING DATE
The duly completed application form should reach the Chief Executive Officer, FAREI, Head Office, Reduit, not later than 3.00 p.m. on 21 October 2025.

Date: 27 September 2025