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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
The Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) of Uganda is a central government institution committed to transforming the country through the provision of quality education and sports services that are accessible, equitable, and relevant to national development goals. With a mission to support, guide, and regulate the education and sports sector for sustainable human resource development, MoES is widely recognized for spearheading policy formulation and implementation in line with Vision 2040 and the National Development Plans.
The ministry fosters a professional and inclusive work environment that emphasizes integrity, efficiency, and service to the nation, while offering diverse job opportunities through civil service appointments, secondments, and consultancies across the country. Since its establishment, the ministry has evolved through various reforms and policy shifts to expand access to basic, secondary, tertiary, and vocational education, while promoting sports as a tool for unity and development.
Embracing innovation, MoES continues to digitize educational services, integrate ICT in teaching and learning, and partner with local and international stakeholders to modernize the sector. As one of the largest government ministries in terms of reach and staff, MoES operates across all regions of Uganda, coordinating over 30,000 schools and institutions. It upholds core values such as transparency, accountability, patriotism, and teamwork. In line with its corporate social responsibility, the ministry actively promotes inclusive education, gender equity, and disaster preparedness within schools. For more information, visit their official website at www.education.go.ug.
Financial Management Specialist job at Ministry of Education and Sports
Ministry of Education and Sports
The Financial Management Specialist will be responsible for the financial management function of USEEP. He/She will manage and monitor all the financial activities of the project in line with the international and the Government of Uganda (GoU) financial regulation and perform analytical work on financial management and financial accountability issues.
Background
The Government of Uganda has received financing of USD 150 million from the World Bank towards support to the 3-year Uganda Secondary Education Expansion Project (USEEP) under the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES). The project became effective on 19 May 2022 and is expected to close by 31st December, 2025.
Expansion of Lower Secondary Education;
Hosting Community and Refugee Education Support;
Improving Teachers’ Support and Strategy Development Nationally; and
Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation.
The Ministry of Education and Sports now invites qualified Ugandans to fill the position of Financial Management Specialist as indicated below:
Reports to: Project Coordinator through the Deputy Project Coordinator
Duration: 24 months, subject to renewal upon satisfactory performance
No. of Positions: One (1)
Duty Station: Kampala Project Office
Job Reference: FMS-USEEP001

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An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting option), Business Administration (Accounting option), Accounting, or Finance.
A Master’s Degree in Financial Management, Business Administration, or related fields will be an added advantage.
Applicants should have full professional qualifications in ACCA or CPA.
Applicants should have seven (7) years of practical working experience in financial management or related accounting duties in a public or private institution.
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in financial and accounting procedures of the Government of Uganda, World Bank, or other Multilateral Development Banks is essential.
Experience in Finance and Administration is an added advantage.
Knowledge of the Government of Uganda IFMS system is desirable.
APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION MUST BE ONLINE
Applications accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of certificates and transcripts, appointment letters from previous and current work stations, and at least three competent referees, one of whom must be a current or previous employer, should be received not later than 16th September, 2024, 5:00 pm East African Time.
All applications should be addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Education and Sports
and delivered to:
The Security Registry (Floor 4, Room 1), Embassy House, King George VI Way.