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About the Organisation
Jhpiego is an international non-profit health organization affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. The group was founded in 1973 and initially called the Johns Hopkins Program for International Education in Gynaecology and Obstetrics, but is now referred to simply as Jhpiego.
About USAID Project:
Jhpiego is implementing a five-year Urban Health Activity in Kampala, Mukono and Wakiso with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Activity aims to strengthen urban health systems and improve equitable health outcomes among all urban dwellers by working with districts, municipalities, and the Kampala Capital City Authority to provide quality primary healthcare services. It also focuses on optimizing available resources and enhancing private sector capacity to ensure sustainable improvements in health outcomes and a more resilient urban healthcare system. The Activity will address poor quality of care, congestion in public health facilities, uncoordinated referral system, weak community and surveillance structures, limited private sector capacity, and gaps in enabling environment results in poor health outcomes. The project’s key expected results include the following: improved access to and use of quality, maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH), family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH), nutrition, and malaria services and improved disease outbreak response.
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Kampala, Uganda
Jhpiego is a global health nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health of women and families by providing transformative health care solutions and advancing innovative approaches to health systems strengthening. With a mission to prevent the needless deaths of women and children by improving health care delivery systems and ensuring access to quality care, Jhpiego has earned widespread recognition for its leadership in maternal, newborn, and child health, as well as its work in reproductive health and HIV/AIDS prevention. Known for its strong reputation in public health, the organization is valued for its evidence-based, sustainable, and culturally relevant solutions.
Jhpiego fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, emphasizing respect, diversity, and professional development, offering employees a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, a flexible work-life balance, and competitive benefits. Established in 1973 as part of Johns Hopkins University, Jhpiego has grown from a small technical assistance provider to a global health leader, operating in over 40 countries and delivering impactful programs in maternal health, family planning, and disease prevention.
The organization’s innovative approach blends research, technology, and local knowledge to create scalable, adaptable solutions that improve health outcomes in some of the world’s most challenging settings. Jhpiego's size and reach have made it a key partner to governments, international organizations, and local communities, making a difference through sustainable health interventions. Guided by its core values of excellence, innovation, and equity, Jhpiego continues to make a lasting impact on global health. Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, Jhpiego invests in capacity building, health workforce development, and improving health access for underserved populations. For more information, visit www.jhpiego.org.
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Deadline:
18 Dec 2024
Job Title
Finance Officer job at Jhpiego
Jhpiego
Job Description
Job Title: Finance Officer (USAID Project Jobs)
Organisation: Jhpiego
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
The Finance Officer will be responsible for managing and overseeing financial operations for Jhpiego Uganda, particularly in support of the USAID-funded Urban Health Activity. This role ensures efficient financial processes, including budgeting, expenditure tracking, cash management, and vendor payments. The Finance Officer will assist in maintaining accurate accounting systems, ensuring compliance with USAID regulations, and Jhpiego’s financial policies. They will also contribute to financial reporting, monitor project funds, ensure proper documentation, and support internal audits and reviews. By ensuring financial integrity and compliance, the Finance Officer will support Jhpiego’s mission to strengthen urban health systems and improve health outcomes in Uganda.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
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Deadline: 18th December 2024
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Responsibilities:
Review and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational and donor guidelines.
Ensure all expenditures are within the approved budget and have received the necessary authorizations.
Conduct timely validation of tax registration and distribute withholding tax certificates where applicable.
Process payment vouchers, checks, and electronic funds transfers (EFT) in a timely and accurate manner.
Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and work plans, providing regular updates.
Review and validate mobile money requests, ensuring accuracy of recipient details and confirmation of their participation in activities.
Follow up on accounts receivable and ensure timely liquidation of staff advances.
Analyze vehicle log sheets and reconcile fuel statements for both project-owned and hired vehicles before paying the fuel and hired vehicle invoices.
Maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access and retrieval of documents.
Assist in developing work plans and budgets, participating in ongoing budget tracking and adjustments.
Assist in conducting financial and compliance reviews for program activities, ensuring adherence to donor and internal regulations.
Support internal audits, donor reviews, and external audits as required.
Prepare and submit VAT reporting to USAID, ensuring accurate and timely reconciliation of VAT claims as per donor requirements.
Perform any additional duties as assigned by the supervisor to support financial and administrative operations.
Work closely with the field program teams to track pending field paperwork for review and payment.
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Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Commerce, Accounting, or a related field.
Minimum Level 3 CPA (U) or equivalent qualification.
At least 5 years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with donor-funded programs, preferably with USAID funded projects.
Knowledge of US government cost accounting standards and procurement procedures.
Proficient in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks), MS Office, and Excel.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
