Finance ManagerNew!

Description (Public)

The In-Country Finance Manager is the operational link between adelphi's Kampala office and its headquarters in Germany, strengthening financial management, controlling, reporting and administrative compliance for the UGEFA country office. The role reports to the Project Director Uganda and is a full-time position on a local Ugandan contract, fixed term to December 2028 with possible extension.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Act as the operational interface between the Kampala project office and adelphi headquarters on financial management and controlling.
Set up financial management systems and controls for the country office, including budgeting, forecasting, cashflow planning, payment processes and expenditure monitoring.
Prepare and consolidate donor-compliant financial documentation and reports aligned with EU and adelphi requirements.
Support audit processes and maintain audit readiness, liaising with auditors and headquarters.
Lead bookkeeping, invoice processing, branch journal management and record keeping for the Kampala office.
Manage statutory obligations in Uganda, including employer contributions to NSSF.
Advance the operational set-up of the country office, including administrative processes, filing systems and coordination routines.
Coordinate and deliver training on administrative and financial processes for local team members.
Act as the local point of contact for administrative and financial queries, giving on-the-job guidance.
Ensure processes, documentation and reporting meet adelphi quality standards and donor compliance requirements.
Coordinate timelines, documentation flows and reporting deadlines between Kampala and headquarters.
Support the Project Director Uganda in day-to-day office coordination and support UGEFA access-to-finance activities.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

Degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related discipline.
Professional accounting qualification such as CPA or equivalent (required).
At least five years of experience in financial management, controlling or administration, ideally in an international NGO or donor-funded project.
Sound knowledge of Ugandan statutory requirements including NSSF and employer obligations.
Experience with donor-compliant financial reporting and audits; EU-funded project experience is an asset.
Residency in Uganda and a valid work permit are required.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong administrative and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of processes.
Liaison between local and headquarters teams.
Guiding junior administrative staff and delivering training.
Full professional proficiency in English.

How to Apply

About adelphi global

adelphi global gGmbH is an economically and politically independent, non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting sustainability, enhancing environmental protection, improving education, expanding development cooperation, and strengthening international collaborations. About UGEFA The Uganda Green Enterprise Finance Accelerator (UGEFA) is a flagship initiative designed to support the growth and financing of green enterprises in Uganda. Building on the extensive work undertaken during its first phase, UGEFA Phase II is expanding its reach and deepening its impact. The first phase successfully provided tailored business development support and facilitated access to finance for green MSMEs, demonstrating the potential of green enterprises to drive economic growth and sustainability. Phase II will continue and extend these services, aiming to reach 240 green enterprises and linking them to green finance opportunities, including those facilitated by UGEFA. As the implementing partner of the UGEFA project, adelphi global plans to establish a local project office in Kampala, serving as a hub for coordinating project activities, engaging with stakeholders, and supporting enterprises on their journey towards sustainable growth. The selected candidate will play a key role in setting up and administering this office, joining a dynamic team working across Uganda and Germany alongside colleagues in administration, project management, and green enterprise support.