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Finance Manager job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD), in partnership with six implementing organizations — African Agribusiness Incubation Network (AAIN), Omia Agribusiness, Agromax, Tropical Institute of Development Innovations (TRIDI), Uganda Rural Development and Training Institute (URDT), and Gudie Leisure Farm (GLF) — and in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, will implement a transformative five-year program titled “Sustainable Inclusive Youth Employment Pathways (SIYEP)”.
The SIYEP program is part of the Young Africa Works Strategy and aims to tackle youth unemployment among young women in West Nile, Karamoja, Acholi, Central, and Western Uganda. The initiative targets to directly reach 258,000 young women, including 7% refugees and 5% young women with disabilities (YWWDs). The goal is to transition 90% of participants into employment, and ensure 70% secure dignified and fulfilling work.
Key interventions will include institutional capacity building, market-relevant training, skilling, incubation, and improved access to capital and markets. Implementation will engage Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions, local artisans, and incubation centers, working closely with both local and central government entities such as:
Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MoGLSD)
National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)
Uganda Business and Technical Examinations Board (UBTEB)
Directorate of Industrial Training (DIT)
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)
Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB)
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA)
NGOs, CBOs, and existing Young Africa Works partners
AFARD is seeking qualified and competent professionals to fill the positions listed below.
Job Title
Finance Manager job at The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
The Agency for Accelerated Regional Development (AFARD)
Job Description
The Finance Manager is responsible for providing leadership in the financial planning and management of program funds. They ensure accurate budget preparation, expenditure tracking, financial reporting, audit compliance, and capacity building for consortium partners. The Finance Manager plays a central role in maintaining financial discipline and serves as the liaison between the consortium and the Mastercard Foundation for all finance-related matters.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Financial Management
Work with the Fund Manager to develop and implement financial and administrative guidelines for the program.
Budgeting and Planning
Consolidate and review annual and quarterly budgets aligned with program outputs.
Monitor budget utilization and expenditures, providing timely financial updates.
Coordinate timely financial accountabilities from partners to ensure alignment with approved activities.
Procurement Management
Support partner procurement to ensure transparency and compliance.
Conduct post-procurement audits.
Expenditure Management
Apply pre-audit checks on partners’ Internal Control Systems.
Ensure only eligible payments are processed in line with financial rules and regulations.
Accounting and Record Management
Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
Perform monthly expenditure reconciliations.
Ensure payroll controls and supervise fixed assets management.
Maintain secure and accessible financial records for audits.
Financial Reporting
Prepare regular budget variance analysis reports.
Produce annual financial reports in accordance with donor regulations.
Maintain and update a comprehensive Assets Register.
Ensure compliance with all financial reporting requirements.
Audit
Coordinate annual external audits.
Develop and monitor audit response plans for each partner.
Financial Capacity Building
Conduct risk assessments and develop customized financial capacity building plans.
Provide mentorship, training, and coaching to consortium partners.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration (Finance/Accounting focus).
CPA, ACCA, or CIMA certification is mandatory.
A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management, budgeting, and reporting, preferably in donor-funded programs.
Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel is required.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Experience working with diverse stakeholders and teams.
Knowledge of Ugandan financial, tax, and audit regulations.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
How to Apply
Application Guidelines
Interested applicants should submit the following documents as one combined PDF file:
A signed application letter
A two-page motivation letter
Copies of relevant academic and experience credentials
A comprehensive CV with names and daytime contacts of three referees
Daytime phone contact numbers
All applications must be addressed to:
The Human Resources Office
And sent via email to procurement@afard.net no later than May 23, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
Please indicate the position applied for in the subject line of your email.
Important Notes:
Qualified female candidates and refugees are strongly encouraged to apply.
Only complete applications will be considered.
Applicants must be available for immediate engagement.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Successful applicants must undergo comprehensive screening, including checks for criminal records, child protection violations, sexual abuse, exploitation, and harassment. By applying, you consent to these checks.
