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Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
The Uganda Key Populations Consortium (UKPC) is a nationally recognized umbrella organization that unites and empowers networks of key populations, including sex workers, people who use drugs, men who have sex with men, transgender persons, and other marginalized groups, with a mission to amplify their voices, advocate for their rights, and improve access to health, legal, and social services. Since its establishment, UKPC has earned a strong reputation for community-led advocacy, evidence-based programming, and meaningful engagement with government and development partners, playing a critical role in shaping inclusive public health policies in Uganda.
UKPC fosters a work culture rooted in dignity, diversity, empowerment, and solidarity, providing a supportive environment for professionals, peer educators, and activists committed to human rights and social justice. The organization offers impactful job opportunities and consulting roles across advocacy, community mobilization, research, and program management, with flexible and inclusive work arrangements.
Through innovative grassroots engagement models and capacity building of member networks, UKPC has expanded its influence across Uganda, leveraging data, storytelling, and policy dialogue to drive change. Its core values of equality, respect, accountability, and participation guide all operations, while its CSR efforts focus on stigma reduction, empowerment of vulnerable communities, and health systems strengthening. More information is available on their website at www.ukpc.org.ug.
Finance Officer job at Uganda Key Populations Consortium
Uganda Key Populations Consortium
Project Background
Uganda has made significant strides in addressing Key Population (KP) challenges, especially in areas related to HIV, TB, and Malaria, supported by a nexus of government departments, development partners, and KP communities. However, a glaring gap exists in the centralized and harmonized data collection, management, and utilization, affecting programming efficiency, evidence-based decision-making, and effective resource allocation.
The recent challenges experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic underscored the pressing need for a unified, reliable, and accessible data system. Disparities in data sources, absence of verifiable datasets, and a focus on client enrolment rather than addressing human rights barriers have created a complex data landscape.
Recognizing this, the UKPC, in collaboration with UGANET & HRAPF, is spearheading the IKIS initiative. This system is envisioned to centralize, streamline, and enhance KP data management, ensuring a holistic approach to HIV, TB, and Malaria intervention strategies.
Project Objective
IKIS aims to create a unified platform for KP data collection, management, and coordination in Uganda. It seeks to bridge the existing data gaps, provide a reliable one-stop data hub, and build a robust body of knowledge to guide future KP-focused programming. By centralizing data, the system also hopes to bolster the evidence-based approach to KP intervention strategies, enhancing effectiveness and impact.
System Features & Utility
• Centralized Database: A comprehensive repository containing information ranging from client enrolment, care, and outreach to human rights-related barriers, ensuring data is easily accessible and up-to-date.
• Stakeholder Accessibility: Designed to be used by a broad spectrum of stakeholders, from government agencies and development partners to KP communities and academia.
• Harmonization: Addressing discrepancies in data sources, IKIS will streamline and unify disparate datasets, eliminating contradictions and ensuring data integrity.
• Human Rights Focus: Unlike other systems, IKIS will capture data not just on disease intervention but also on human rights barriers, ensuring a more comprehensive understanding of KP challenges.
• Capacity Building: In addition to data management, IKIS will act as a platform to enhance data collection capacities within the KP constituencies, fostering a culture of evidence-based decision-making.
Purpose of the Finance Officer Role
• UKPC wishes to hire a finance officer to o oversee, manage, and ensure the financial integrity and transparency of the Integrated KP Information System (IKIS) project.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Budget Development and Management
Design and manage the detailed budget for the IKIS project, factoring in all anticipated costs and potential revenues.
Continuously monitor the budget, ensuring that expenditures are within the allocated limits and forecasting potential overruns or savings.
Financial Monitoring & Reporting
Conduct regular reviews of project expenditures against the budget, highlighting variances and proposing corrective actions where necessary.
Prepare detailed financial reports for the Oversight Committee, donors, and UKPC, providing insights into financial performance and forecasts.
Financial Compliance
Ensure that all financial transactions and practices are compliant with project guidelines, donor requirements, and relevant financial regulations.
Implement and maintain internal controls to prevent financial errors and fraud.
Funding & Risk Management
Collaborate with UKPC and other stakeholders to secure funding, manage grant applications, and ensure timely fund disbursements.
Proactively identify financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
Liaison with External Entities
Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits or project-specific audits, ensuring all financial records are in order.
Engage with banks, financial institutions, and donors to manage project finances effectively.
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Qualifications and Work Experience
Educational Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or a related field. A CPA, or ACCA qualification would be advantageous.
Experience
A minimum of 3 years of experience in financial management, preferably in donor-funded projects.
Demonstrated experience in budget development, financial reporting, and audit coordination.
Candidates who fit the above criteria should send their updated curriculum vitaes and cover letters to opportunities@ugandakpc.org
