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Project Officer: Finance job at Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities | Apply Now
Are you looking for Finance jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Project Officer: Finance job at Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities
About the Organisation
The Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MoTWA) is a pivotal arm of the Government of Uganda, mandated to promote and develop tourism, conserve wildlife, and preserve cultural heritage and antiquities, with a mission to drive sustainable socio-economic development through tourism and heritage conservation. Recognized regionally and internationally for championing Uganda’s unique biodiversity and cultural richness, MoTWA plays a vital role in positioning the country as a top global tourism destination.
The ministry fosters a professional and inclusive work culture that values public service, innovation, and capacity building, offering opportunities for employment in diverse areas such as tourism development, wildlife conservation, policy, and heritage management, often through competitive government recruitment. With a history deeply rooted in Uganda's post-independence institutional development, MoTWA has evolved to embrace digital tools and data-driven planning to enhance service delivery and promote responsible tourism. Its strategic partnerships with local communities, private sector players, and international organizations reflect its collaborative and impact-focused model.
Operating nationwide with oversight of key agencies such as Uganda Wildlife Authority and Uganda Tourism Board, MoTWA upholds values of sustainability, integrity, patriotism, and stewardship. Through its CSR initiatives, it supports conservation education, community-based tourism, and heritage preservation projects, aiming to uplift local livelihoods while protecting natural and cultural assets. For more information, visit www.tourism.go.ug.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Project Officer: Finance job at Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities
Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities
Job Description
Job Title: Project Officer: Finance
Organisation: Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Government of Uganda (GoU) through the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) and Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), with support from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is implementing a five (5)-year Kidepo Landscape Integrated Conservation and Development Project (KLICDP) under the Eighth cycle of the Global Environment Facility (GEF-8). The Project aims to contribute to sustainable management and conservation of biodiversity and enhanced socio-economic development in the Kidepo Landscape. The Project focuses on combating wildlife poaching, illegal trade and trafficking; minimizing human-wildlife conflicts; improving livelihoods of the people; and enhancing biodiversity conservation and management within the target landscape.
The Ministry is in the process of establishing a Project Management Unit by filling various positions to facilitate effective and efficient implementation of the project. It’s against this background that the Ministry seeks to attract competent Ugandans to fill the various vacant positions indicated below.
Job Summary:
The primary objective of the Project Officer: Finance is to oversee the Project’s financial, administration, monitoring, and reporting operations. The Project Officer: Finance will report to the Project Manager. The Project Officer: Finance will undertake the financial processes, keeping in line with the government and donor policies, internal control and Uganda’s Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). The Project Officer: Finance will report to the Project Manager and provide reports to the PMU, Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) and Project Steering Committee (PSC) as required.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Preparing, reviewing and presenting annual budget and workplans and periodically report on performance against budget for all budget lines.
Establishing proper mechanisms for budget execution to ensure timely and efficient flow of funds and execution of Project activities.
Keeping track of overall project expenditure inline with the Project Document and Public Finance Management Act, 2015.
Reviewing and consolidating financial reports received from partners and ensure that all partners operate in accordance with the approved budget.
Preparing quarterly and annual financial reports about the project expenditure by all partners.
Maintaining proper records of Project assets, liabilities, operations, and transactions.
Coordinating the Project Audit processes to ensure that Internal Controls and relevant financial management prescripts, laws and regulatory requirements are adhered.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in either Business Administration (Accounting & Finance) Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) or any relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
Full Professional accounting qualifications with membership to CPA or ACCA.
Post graduate training in Finance and Accounting is an advantage.
Experience
At least three (3) years of working experience in finance and accounting and in project/programme management in national or international projects or reputable organisation
Working experience with the Government of Uganda donor-supported projects is an added advantage.
Knowledge and Skills
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and other relevant legislation, as well as Government financial policies and processes, including budgeting and reporting.
Strategic planning and budgeting.
Understanding of Tax laws and regulations.
Understanding of accounting processes and procedures, and financial reporting.
Understanding of GEF and UNEP financial procedures will be an added advantage.
Ability to establish and manage financial systems and controls.
Project Management skills.
Computer Literacy
Ability to communicate effectively to different stakeholders and organizations.
Personal Attributes
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to plan and monitor own work plan.
Ability to work under pressure.
Meticulous attention to detail; high levels of accuracy.
Good inter-personal skills.
Team player.
How to Apply
Applicants should submit their duly completed application forms found on the link provided below not later than 21st 0ctober,2025. Hard copies will not be accepted.
Instructions for submission
Follow the link Click Here to start your application process
Attach a cover letter indicating your interest in the job you choose as well as the Curriculum Vitae, Academic Documents (Certificates and Transcripts) and appointment letters where applicable scanned as one pdf document (the system will not accept more than one file).
Deadline: 21st October 2025
