Danish Embassy in Uganda Financial Advisor: Accountability, Civic Engagement and Rights Jobs in Uganda

Danish Embassy in Uganda Financial Advisor: Accountability, Civic Engagement and Rights Jobs in Uganda



Key Responsibilities

Financial grant management of Danish development funds:

  • Partner financial monitoring, including due diligence, assessment of partner accountability and conducting regular financial monitoring visits to partners.

  • Assessment of adherence to regulations regarding procurement and other rules for acceptance of costs.

  • Control of annual audit reports (financial, compliance and performance audits) and special audits (e.g. procurement audits) communication with, and assessment of, local auditors.

  • Management of funds using Danida-specific financial grant management systems.

  • Capacity building and training need assessment of partners, on the basis of in-depth knowledge of the local rules and regulations as well as Danida specific guidelines.

  • Design, development and facilitation of financial management trainings for partners.

    Qualifications & Experience:

  • A Master’s Degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Administration or Commerce

  • A minimum of 10 years relevant working experience and least 5 years’ experience in a similar position, working for a donor or in a medium to large-sized donor-funded organisation.

    Knowledge and Skills:

  • A broad knowledge and interest in the area of development assistance and aid effectiveness

  • Excellent communication skills – both written and oral

  • Experience with the International Standards for Auditing (ISAs) and compliance and performance audits.

  • Experience with partner monitoring and capacity building.

  • A good understanding of Ugandan NGO sector laws.

  • Strong analytical skills

  • Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines

  • Ability to work efficiently in a team-based, multi-cultural environment

  • Knowledge of Accountability, Civic Engagement and Rights is added advantage, as well as experience with Danida Aid Mangagement Guidelines.

    Behavioral Competencies:

  • Unwavering integrity

  • Strong interpersonal skills

  • Proactive enthusiasm

  • Attention to detail

  • Versatility

  • A highly organized and dependable personality with a strong sense of confidentiality

    What we offer

  • An exciting position with meaningful work and great responsibility

  • Influence of own tasks and planning of work and a high level of independence in the performance of tasks

  • Committed colleagues working together in an open and informal environment

  • A work week of 37 hours and competitive compensation package, including attractive pension and health insurance scheme

  • Expected commencement date is in January 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is fixed-term, ending 31 December 2027, with a possibility for renewal.

    How to Apply

    To apply please send your application to email address kmtambrecruitment@um.dk with the subject DK Financial Advisor PACER.

    The application should consist of 1) A cover letter explaining how your past experience relates to the key responsibilities listed above, 2) A CV, including contact details for 3 work-related referees

    Your E-mail must not exceed 2 MB.

    Please only email the 2 required documents above, do not attach copies of certificates, diplomas or reference letters, also do not attach photographs to your CV or cover letter.

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