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Finance and Administration Assistant job at ALIGHT Uganda | Apply Now
Kisoro District, Uganda
ALIGHT Uganda is a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to providing life-saving assistance to refugees, internally displaced persons, and vulnerable communities in Uganda. With a mission to help people in crisis achieve health, safety, and dignity, ALIGHT is recognized for its effective programs in health, education, economic empowerment, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH). The organization enjoys a strong reputation for its commitment to inclusive, innovative, and impactful solutions. ALIGHT fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture that values diversity, respect, and a shared commitment to improving lives.
The company offers various job opportunities and flexible work arrangements, empowering employees to contribute meaningfully to their mission. Since its inception, ALIGHT has evolved by integrating technology, improving its response mechanisms, and expanding its presence to meet the growing needs of displaced and vulnerable populations across Uganda. Their innovative business model emphasizes partnerships with other humanitarian organizations, local governments, and community groups to maximize the impact of their work.
ALIGHT operates on a national scale, reaching thousands of individuals across Uganda through its various initiatives. The organization’s core values include accountability, respect, innovation, and empowerment. As part of its corporate social responsibility efforts, ALIGHT Uganda is committed to supporting sustainable development and promoting human rights. For more information, visit www.alight.org.
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Deadline:
25 Jul 2025
Job Title
Finance and Administration Assistant job at ALIGHT Uganda
ALIGHT Uganda
Job Description
Job Title: Finance and Administration Assistant
Organization: Alight Uganda
Location: Nyakabande Transit Centre, Kisoro District, Uganda
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Scale: UGX 1,500,000 (Gross per month)
Application Deadline: July 25, 2025, by 5:00 PM
Number of Positions: 1
Hello Hello!
We’re Alight Uganda, and we’re excited to welcome a Finance and Administration Assistant to our team at the Nyakabande Transit Centre. If you're passionate about supporting displaced communities and want to work in a dynamic, people-centered organization—you’re in the right place!
When you join Alight, you’ll become part of a collaborative team dedicated to co-creating solutions that bring dignity and opportunity to those we serve. We believe in radical accountability to the people we support—listening to what they want and delivering on it.
About the Role
Reporting to the Emergency Programme Coordinator, the Finance and Administration Assistant will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial record-keeping, transaction processing, and administrative support at the field office. This includes upholding Alight’s financial integrity and compliance with both internal and donor policies.
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.
Think you're a good fit? We’d love to hear from you.
Send your application before July 25, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
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How to Apply
Finance (Primary Function):
Review and verify all payment requests and PRFs to ensure proper coding, donor alignment, budget availability, and completeness.
Manage petty cash (up to UGX 350,000), including preparing vouchers, making payments, and replenishment requests when balance reaches UGX 1,000,000.
Prepare and record check and cash payment vouchers, ensuring accuracy and backup documentation.
Maintain daily financial records, track receipts and payments, and reconcile records against hard copies before submission to the Kampala office.
Support field implementation of finance policies, procedures, and systems in compliance with Alight and donor guidelines.
Prepare monthly expenditure summaries and maintain secure, organized financial files at the field office.
Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation is audit-ready.
Identify and report any financial irregularities or non-compliance issues to your supervisor.
Contribute to improving financial management systems and strengthening internal controls.
Administration:
Maintain the leave register for all field staff and provide monthly reports to the HR office in Kampala.
Collect and verify all staff timesheets for completeness and accuracy before submission.
Support recruitment activities for Grade A positions and incentive workers: posting jobs, shortlisting, scheduling, and interviewing candidates.
Assist in onboarding and offboarding processes for field staff in coordination with HR.
Provide general administrative support as requested by your supervisor.
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Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 2 years in a finance or accounting role, preferably in a busy NGO or development organization.
Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and Word).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Capable of working independently and managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
What We Offer
A chance to work with a passionate team committed to meaningful impact.
A culture that values accountability, innovation, and people-first thinking.
Opportunities for personal and professional development.
