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About the Organisation
Grant Thornton is a globally respected professional services network committed to helping dynamic organizations unlock their potential for growth through tailored audit, tax, advisory, and outsourcing solutions. With a mission to make business more personal and build trust in every result, the firm has earned recognition for its integrity, agility, and quality of service, making it a trusted advisor to clients ranging from large corporations to growing businesses.
Grant Thornton fosters an inclusive, high-performance work culture that emphasizes continuous learning, diversity, and employee well-being, offering flexible work arrangements and meaningful career development opportunities. With a legacy dating back over a century, the firm has evolved through innovation and client-centric strategies, embracing digital transformation and sustainability as pillars of its business model. Operating in more than 130 countries, including a strong presence in Africa, Grant Thornton combines global expertise with local insights to deliver exceptional value.
Guided by core values such as collaboration, leadership, responsibility, and excellence, the firm also prioritizes corporate social responsibility through community engagement, education initiatives, and environmental stewardship. For more information, visit www.grantthornton.global.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Assistant Manager, Public Sector Consulting job at Grant Thornton
Grant Thornton
Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Manager, Public Sector Consulting
Organisation: Grant Thornton
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Role Summary: Assistant Manager, Public Sector Consulting
The successful candidate will be an integral member of Grant Thornton’s Public Sector Consulting team, fully responsible for leading and executing all consulting engagements related to Public Sector, including but not limited to Public Financial Management (PFM), Programme Management, Capacity Assessments, Capacity Building, Monitoring and Evaluation (MSE), Governance Reforms, and Institutional Strengthening. He/she will represent the firm professionally, uphold its values, and drive high-quality delivery in engagements involving government entities, development partners, and donor-funded programs.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Lead and execute all consulting assignments related to Public Sector Consulting spanning PFM, programme management, governance reforms, fiduciary risk assessments, institutional capacity building, and broader public sector reforms.
Manage fiduciary reviews, verification assignments (as Independent Verification Agent], and assessments of Government service delivery mechanisms, ensuring accuracy, objectivity, and actionable recommendations.
Provide strategic advisory support to public sector clients on policy, governance, institutional reforms, and performance improvement.
Develop, review, and submit high-quality proposals, expressions of interest (EOls), concept papers, and technical documentation in response to donor, government, or development partner consulting opportunities
Proactively build, maintain, and expand relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, development partners, donors, and sector influencers.
Mentor, coach, and supervise project teams, ensuring technical quality, timely delivery, and professional growth of team members.
Contribute to departmental strategic planning, revenue growth, and market positioning, driving innovation in the firm’s public sector consulting offering.
Represent Grant Thornton in external forums, workshops, and engagements as required to promote the firm’s expertise and thought leadership in the public sector consulting space.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Public Administration, or related field.
Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) with 4 years of post-qualification experience.
Postgraduate qualifications in Public Financial Management, Public Administration, Economics, Development Studies, or related disciplines will be an added advantage.
At least 5 – 7 years of progressive experience in Public Sector Consulting, with a solid track record in PFM advisory.
Proven experience working with Government ministries, departments, agencies, and Development Partners.
Demonstrated expertise in proposal writing, bids, and donor-funded consulting assignments.
Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills. Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
How to Apply
All suitably qualified candidates should apply through by sending CVs ONLY to recruitment@ug.gt.com
Deadline: 30th June 2025
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
