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ACDI/VOCA is a global development design and delivery partner that has implemented effective economic and social development projects in nearly 150 countries since 1963. We empower people to make positive changes in their lives by applying our expertise in sustainable agriculture, resilience, economic opportunity, access to finance, and equity & inclusion to create meaningful, lasting impact. ACDI/VOCA and its affiliates design and implement donor-funded projects, facilitate impact investing, deliver financial services, and partner with businesses to promote inclusive practices and build sustainable supply chains. In 2024, ACDI/VOCA was named a Top Workplace by the Washington Post and received 2024 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence recognition for its innovation, work-life flexibility, compensation & benefits, leadership, and purpose & values.
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Kampala, Uganda
Are you looking for Accounting/ Finance jobs in Uganda 2024 today? then you might be interested in Director of Finance and Operations job at ACDI/VOCA
Full Time
Deadline:
15 Dec 2024
Job Title
Director of Finance and Operations job at ACDI/VOCA
ACDI/VOCA
Job Description
Director of Finance and Operations, Uganda RFSA
ACDI/VOCA is seeking a Director of Finance and Operations for a Resilience Food Security Activity (RFSA) in Uganda funded by USAID. The anticipated program will work to improve and sustain the food and nutrition security of vulnerable populations through multi-year resilience food and nutrition security activities. These activities work at the individual, household, community, and institutional levels to address the underlying causes of food insecurity and malnutrition and strengthen transformative opportunities.
The Director of Finance and Administration will provide leadership and direction to the Finance and Administration team with close oversight of the project’s financial position. The program is anticipated to start in 2025 and this position will be based in Kampala, Uganda.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
Ugandan nationals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please apply online at www.acdivoca.org/international-jobs. The applications will be reviewed promptly upon receipt, only finalists will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply. ACDI/VOCA will never request payment or charge a fee to apply for any position.
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Responsibilities
Provide leadership and direction to the Finance and Operations team with close oversight of the program’s finances, including financial analysis and accounting management
Supervise the human resources, operations/logistics, procurements, grants management and accounting functions
Oversee and monitor all financial and accounting systems, policies, procedures, and internal controls, following ACDI/VOCA processes and best practices
Lead the annual budgeting process and review all financial plans and budgets, monitoring progress and changes
Prepare and execute action plans to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of finance and administrative operations and to mitigate operational and compliance risks
Periodically assess the efficiency and effectiveness of finance and operational procedures in relation to the delivery of technical activities on time and at optimum cost
Ensure compliance with all USAID rules and regulations and ACDI/VOCA policies and procedures relating to finance and operations
Oversee annual financial audits of program and ensure that sub grantees comply with all audit and financial review requirements
Maintain a close working relationship with ACDI/VOCA’s home office Accounting and Finance department
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Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, accounting, or relevant field is required; master’s degree is desired.
Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible experience in financial control and audit related field.
At least 5 years of experience in a senior management position, providing administrative oversight and management systems development.
Knowledge of and experience with USAID and/or other international donors’ rules and regulations is required.
Strong written communication skills required.
Experience working in Uganda preferred.
Fluency in English is required.
