Manager Finance and Administration – BURS

MANAGER FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION X 1 (MAUN)

Organisation: Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS)
Circular: External Vacancy Circular No. 3 of 2026
Reference: BURS/HRD/ROD 09 IV
Date: 6th November, 2026

BURS is a semi-autonomous organization of Government, responsible for assessing and collecting tax revenue as well as border administration. BURS invites dynamic, self-motivated and qualified citizens of Botswana to apply for the following position:

Main Purpose of the Job

To develop, plan, manage and control the delivery of cost effective, value for money administrative support services and the provision of financial management to facilitate effective decision making that contribute to the achievement of the organizational goal and objectives.

Key Performance Areas

1. Accuracy and completeness of revenue collection reports
2. Adherence to accounting policies, procedures, regulations and customer service standards and compliance with International Public Sector Reporting and International Financial Reporting Standards
3. Protection and proper handling of cash and management of revenue collections
4. Effective and efficient development and implementation of operational strategies
5. Minimisation of audit queries
6. Effective utilisation of resources through cost control and effective budgetary control system
7. Effective and efficient procurement and inventory management, facilities management, fleet management, administration and security services
8. Implementation of sound competitive procurement and supplies management systems and procedures in accordance with BURS’ governance standards
9. Condition and appearance of regional properties and facilities
10. Timely maintenance and repair of properties
11. Effective utilisation of internal and outsourced services
12. Management of service levels according to outsourced contracts
13. Customer service
14. Training and development of staff

Position Requirements

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent plus full membership of an internationally recognised institute of professional accountants (ACCA, CIMA, BICA, CA). BICA qualification or equivalent. Membership of BICA is a requirement.

Experience: At least six (6) years relevant post qualification experience in financial accounting, two (2) of which should have been at professional or supervisory level responsible for the preparation of management accounts in a computerised accounting environment. Knowledge of any accounting package and administration experience will be an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Planning & Organising
• Critical Thinking
• Creativity & Innovation
• Management of Resources
• Consultations & Interpersonal Relations

Salary: BURS 04 (P522,948 – P653,004 per annum)

Benefits

BURS offers a competitive salary and benefits such as Medical Aid, Contributory Pension Fund, Group Life Assurance Cover, 24 hour Group Personal Accident cover, Housing Subsidy and Staff Welfare Schemes (Non-Guaranteed Personal and Residential and Vehicle loans etc).

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements for the above-mentioned position should apply and attach a comprehensive up-to-date curriculum vitae, certified copies of certificates, Omang and at least two (2) work-related references from current or previous employers. At least one (1) reference should be current. Applications which do not meet the required provisions will not be considered.

Please take note:

• Applicants are advised to send their application documents in PDF format, and as one document.
• Applicants should ensure that only the position applied for is stated in the subject matter of their application email.
• Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements will not be shortlisted.

All applications should be addressed to:

Ag. Director Human Resources
Botswana Unified Revenue Service
Tower Block, 5th Floor
Private Bag 0013
Gaborone

All applications should be sent via email to: recruitment@burs.org.bw

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews through email or personal calls.

For any information regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Division: Ms. E. Mmereki @ 3638924 and T. Toko @ 3638939.

Closing date: 19th November, 2026 at 1630 hours.