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About the Organisation
Action Against Hunger-ACF, worldwide is recognized as a leader in the fight against malnutrition, with a purpose to save the lives of undernourished children while providing communities with access to safe water and sustainable solutions to hunger. ACF implements innovative and life-saving programs in the sectors of Nutrition, Food Security & Livelihoods (FSL), and Water, Sanitation, & Hygiene (WASH) through capacity building projects in collaboration with government structures. Over the past 30 years of ACF has been delivering robust operations in Uganda and has gained significant knowledge and expertise using a multi-sectoral approach to design and implement program intervention based on the context, geared towards long-term solutions to hunger both in refugee and Host communities. Since 2013, the organization has been worked in the refugee settlements of Northern and Western Uganda providing emergency response as well as long-term development interventions.
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Uganda
Action Against Hunger-Uganda is a vital branch of the global humanitarian organization, Action Against Hunger, dedicated to fighting hunger and malnutrition in Uganda. The organization has a strong presence in the country, implementing comprehensive programs aimed at addressing the root causes of hunger and improving the nutritional status of vulnerable populations.
Action Against Hunger-Uganda focuses on a multi-sectoral approach that integrates nutrition, food security, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), and health interventions. These programs are designed to provide immediate relief to those in need while also promoting long-term sustainable development. The organization’s nutrition programs include therapeutic feeding centers and community-based initiatives that provide life-saving treatment to children suffering from severe acute malnutrition.
In the realm of food security, Action Against Hunger-Uganda works to enhance agricultural productivity and resilience among local communities. The organization provides training and resources to smallholder farmers, helping them adopt improved farming practices and diversify their livelihoods. This support aims to increase food production, improve household incomes, and reduce vulnerability to food shortages.
Water, sanitation, and hygiene are critical components of Action Against Hunger-Uganda's efforts to prevent malnutrition and improve overall health. The organization implements projects that ensure access to clean water, build sanitation facilities, and promote hygiene education. These initiatives help to reduce the incidence of waterborne diseases and create healthier living environments for communities.
Health interventions by Action Against Hunger-Uganda focus on strengthening local health systems and increasing access to essential healthcare services. The organization collaborates with local health authorities to train healthcare workers, improve healthcare infrastructure, and ensure the availability of essential medicines and supplies. These efforts contribute to better health outcomes and support the overall well-being of the population.
Are you looking for Finance jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Finance Assistant job at Action Against Hunger
Full Time
Deadline:
24 Jan 2025
Job Title
Finance Assistant job at Action Against Hunger
Action Against Hunger
Job Description
Job Title: Finance Assistant
Organization: Action Against Hunger (ACF)
Duty Station: Nakivale, Uganda
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Deadline: 24th January 2025
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How to Apply
Objective 1: Accountancy:
Responsible for accountancy at Field Level.
Ensure to use accounting software in finance department.
Capture Accountancy for all books into Sylogist.
Make all payments at base level.
Maintain good relationship with external (bank, tax office, legal office, audit firm….)
Manage project budgets within approved donor threshold.
Preparation of Monthly Forecasts for the base.
Objective 2: Monthly invoices (quality checking):
Check the quality of monthly invoices at base level.
Ensure all supporting documents (PR, SPO, invoice, delivery/reception note, etc.…) are attached with.
Ensure proper financial code are presents on the payment authorization form
Check all information (date, name of the supplier, unit cost, total cost, total amount, paid amount in word, etc.….) are available on the invoice.
Confirm original invoice are paste on A4 size white paper.
Objective 3: Pre-audit:
Collect monthly accountancy both soft copy and hard copy from bases
Ensure good description write in accountancy in Sylogist
Check correct accounting code and budget line are captured in each invoice
Ensure reconciliations are made in the system at end month
Check hard copy of invoices are matching with soft copy
Prepare monthly quality invoice checking template share the summary report to the bases
Support Capital on grant Audits if required.
Objective 4: Reporting
Ensure donor compliance with ACF
Ensure implementation of new procedures and policies concerning Accountancy in the base
Quality of invoices (monthly invoice checking)
Submit documents to Capital monthly.
Update the BFU monthly with actual expenditure and forecasts from the bases
Prepare donor Reports as required.
Objective 5: Support of Programmes and Other Departments
Continue to support other departments at base Level in finance related issues.
Regular field visits to provide technical support during program activities.
Take part in the induction of newly recruited staff at the base.
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Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Business Administration or a related field.
CPA at least Level 2 is an added advantage
Minimum of 3 years’ previous financial management/Accounting experience in an NGO, preferably in a similar role.
Solid knowledge of grant/project regulations and policies accounting principles, financial systems budget/cash flow monitoring and internal accounting controls.
Experience with Financial systems.
Ability to solve complex problems and to exercise independent judgment.
Ability to Forecast
Good oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
Able to work on a cross-cultural environment with a multi-national staff.
