Hope for Justice Finance and Administration Director Jobs in Uganda

Hope for Justice Finance and Administration Director Jobs in Uganda


  • Hope for Justice is a global charity working to end human trafficking/modern slavery by preventing exploitation, rescuing victims, restoring lives and reforming society – do you share our passion to live in a world free from slavery?

  • Hope for Justice is seeking an exceptional professional to join its team in Uganda as Finance and Administration Director.

  • The purpose of role is to provide high level oversight of the finance and administrative operations of Hope for Justice Uganda in accordance with the Organization’s policies and procedures; ensure that the organization’s financial resources and assets are well managed and adequate for effective implementation of planned programs; provide financial expertise and advice to the Country Director and the Senior Management Team.

  • This role reports to the Country Director and is an integral part of the Senior Management Team.

    Responsibilities

    The key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

  • Ensure that a sound, efficient and effective financial management system is operational at all times in accordance with approved systems, policies and procedures in all financial transactions, monitoring and reporting.

  • Spearhead financial planning including the preparation of overall institutional budget, project budgets, periodic cash flow forecasts and financial requests.

  • Perform regular financial analysis, timely production of periodic reports including monthly management accounts, donor financial reports, annual accounts and other special purpose reports to aid in management decision making.

  • Participate in the development of project proposals by ensuring proper costing for activities and that the budget includes all relevant components of the proposal.

  • Provide technical support to sub grantees; monitor
    the use of grants advanced to the partners ensuring proper systems, good financial practices and records.

  • Ensure effective management of organizational assets including the maintenance of an up-to-date fixed assets register and regular physical verification of the assets.

  • Evaluate the efficiency and integrity of procurement processes to ensure cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

  • Provide effective support and capacity building to departmental staff.

  • Provide technical advice and operational guidance on innovative approaches to project financing, risk assessment and mitigation.

    Required

  • A degree in Accounting or Business Management with a bias in Accounting

  • Membership to professional accounting bodies such as ACCA and CPA.

  • At least 10 years of progressive and professional accounting experience, of which at least 5 years should have been as a head of accounting function in a reputable NGO.

  • Significant experience of managing Finance and administrative functions for consortium projects funded by USAID, EU and DFID.

  • Strong communication skills including oral presentation skills, interpersonal and relational skills

  • High level of integrity, accountability and responsibility;

  • In depth knowledge of accounting software as well as Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

    How to Apply

  • Email your covering letter, resume and completed Application Form to applications.ug@hopeforjustice.org

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