Finance and Administration Manager career opportunity at British Council in Uganda.

Job title;-  Finance and Administration Manager
British Council in Uganda seeks to recruit suitable candidates for three positions to be based in Kampala, Uganda.
Background Information:
The British Council is the United Kingdom's international organisation for cultural relations and educational
opportunities.
We build engagement and trust between people of different cultures through the exchange of knowledge and ideas. Our approach to cultural relations harnesses the power of education, the arts and creativity, sport, science, English and governance to build relationships of mutual benefit worldwide and to address global issues.
Title:  Finance and Administration Manager
Reports :to Head Finance and Resources
 
Purpose and context of this job:
To manage day to day financial accounting and administrative services and provide support to UK staff presence in Uganda in order to meet corporate standards and improve on operational efficiencies. The Finance and Administration Manager is responsible for maintaining internal control procedures, preparation of payroll, procurement and managing office operations. The post holder will also provide financial support to Partnerships and Full Cost Recovery Projects, making sure that such projects are delivered in accordance with the financial procedures of the respective donor/partner.
 
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Processing procurement transaction for Business Support Unit, and shared services
Process vendor payments in liaison with the finance hub and ensuring that any issues are resolved timely
Manage vendor relationships making sure that they are paid in line with agreed terms
Provision of advisory support to operational staff making procurements Timely recording of financial transactions to facilitate the budget management process
Skills Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications Accounting qualification:
preferably at professional level Experience in a similar organisation is added advantage Proven experience in asset and facilities management
Proactive and demonstrable ability to work with minimum supervision Analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise and juggle tasks
Behaviours: Making it Happen, Creating Shared Purpose, Shaping the Future

How To Apply for this post:
The full role profile, an application form, a definition guide for the behaviours and Generic Skills Dictionary can be found on our website www.britishcouncil.ug/jobs.
Completed application forms should be submitted via email to application@ppg.co.ug with subject naming the position you are applying for.
Closing date for applications: 0400 PM on Friday August 30, 2013.
 Only applications received on the British Council application form will be considered and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The British Council is committed to a policy of Equal Opportunity and Diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
The British Council is also committed to a Child Protection Policy; applications will be considered only for candidates who declare their agreement to the Policy