Job ID: #609332
Country: Uganda
City: based in Kampala
Organisation: Saferworld
Theme: Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding
Job years of experience: 5-10 years
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Management responsibility: 1 Finance & Administration Officer (likely to increase)
Budget responsibility: Programme budget of USD 3-4 million per year Reporting to: Head of Region, Great Lakes S/Sudan
Key Relationships: Finance Director and Finance Manager (UK), Kampala office programme staff Contract Duration: 18 months confirmed, extension subject to funding
Salary range: Salary in the range 89,000,000 – 115,000,000 Ugandan Shillings gross per year plus applicable benefits.
Description of Saferworld:
Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security. We work with civil society, governments and international organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research and policy development, and through supporting the actions of others.
Saferworld has been working in Africa since 1997, with a primary focus upon East Africa and the Horn region. We have well-established programmes in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia and South Sudan. In addition, Saferworld supports regional and international conflict prevention and security processes. Saferworld headquarters are in London, with offices in Nairobi, Kampala and Juba.
Job Purpose:
The Finance Manager will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and transparent management of the Kampala office and programmes’ finances in line with recognised accounting/auditing standards and Saferworld procedures, in the context of a growing programme as well as the development of new systems to support this growth, including the systems of key partner organisations. . Key areas of responsibility:
• A basic degree (Economics / Accounting / Finance or Business Administration) or compensating relevant work experience. • A recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, etc) • At least 5 years’ experience in financial management/administration within an non-governmental organisation (NGO) • Experience of computerised accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage or other systems) and an aptitude for system improvements and developments • Experience of managing EU, US Government and other bilateral donor finance and grants • Experience of developing and improving financial systems in a way that is appropriate for the specific programmes in place • Experience of management reporting to colleagues, including overseas colleague and offices • Management experience
Desirable requirements: • Experience of conducting capacity-building for partners and staff on financial systems and good financial practices
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Probation: There will be a probation period of three months Salary range: Saferworld will offer a Salary in the range 89,000,000 – 115,000,000 Ugandan Shillings gross per year, plus applicable benefits Leave entitlement: 28 days / year, in addition to agreed public holidays in Uganda
Budget responsibility: Programme budget of USD 3-4 million per year Reporting to: Head of Region, Great Lakes S/Sudan
Key Relationships: Finance Director and Finance Manager (UK), Kampala office programme staff Contract Duration: 18 months confirmed, extension subject to funding
Salary range: Salary in the range 89,000,000 – 115,000,000 Ugandan Shillings gross per year plus applicable benefits.
Description of Saferworld:
Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security. We work with civil society, governments and international organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research and policy development, and through supporting the actions of others.
Saferworld has been working in Africa since 1997, with a primary focus upon East Africa and the Horn region. We have well-established programmes in Kenya, Uganda, Somalia and South Sudan. In addition, Saferworld supports regional and international conflict prevention and security processes. Saferworld headquarters are in London, with offices in Nairobi, Kampala and Juba.
Job Purpose:
The Finance Manager will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and transparent management of the Kampala office and programmes’ finances in line with recognised accounting/auditing standards and Saferworld procedures, in the context of a growing programme as well as the development of new systems to support this growth, including the systems of key partner organisations. . Key areas of responsibility:
- Lead in financial management, system development and line management of financial staff for the Kampala office
- Lead in developing capacity support and collaborative relationships with Saferworld staff and partners to ensure effective financial management across the board Duties:
- Lead in financial management, system development and line management of financial staff for the Kampala office and support the programme teams • Manage the financial component of the Finance & Admin Officer responsible for keeping financial records and performing financial procedures (receipts, payments, petty cash, payroll), including records of programme activities • Lead development and maintenance of strong control environment (bank reconciliations and other control accounts, performance management data, etc) • Manage performance of hard & software accounting systems, leading improvement and system enhancement work, ensuring good housekeeping • Lead reporting to Saferworld colleagues, donors and London head office. Focus on continuous improvement and consistent accurate and high quality reporting • Effectively organise and manage internal and external audits • Produce statutory (legal) accounts and other legal returns
- Lead in developing capacity support and collaborative relationships with Saferworld staff and partners to ensure effective financial management across the board • Develop strong relationships with all Saferworld colleagues and partners to enhance their understanding of finance and build their knowledge on day-to-day financial reporting and accounting • Develop strong relationships with partners so that they effectively and transparently manage their funds. PERSON SPECIFICATION
• A basic degree (Economics / Accounting / Finance or Business Administration) or compensating relevant work experience. • A recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, etc) • At least 5 years’ experience in financial management/administration within an non-governmental organisation (NGO) • Experience of computerised accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage or other systems) and an aptitude for system improvements and developments • Experience of managing EU, US Government and other bilateral donor finance and grants • Experience of developing and improving financial systems in a way that is appropriate for the specific programmes in place • Experience of management reporting to colleagues, including overseas colleague and offices • Management experience
Desirable requirements: • Experience of conducting capacity-building for partners and staff on financial systems and good financial practices
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Probation: There will be a probation period of three months Salary range: Saferworld will offer a Salary in the range 89,000,000 – 115,000,000 Ugandan Shillings gross per year, plus applicable benefits Leave entitlement: 28 days / year, in addition to agreed public holidays in Uganda
How to apply for this Job:
Please send an application comprising a detailed CV and cover letter, citing the reference FM, to recruitment@saferworld.org.uk
by end of 27th October 2013. This is a re-advertisement and previous
applicants are asked not to re-apply. This post is open only to Ugandan
citizens.A post of a similar profile and remuneration is currently being recruited for within Safeworld’s key partner organisation in Kampala. Suitable applications may be shared with this organisation as part of this process.