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Team Leader, Finance Operations job at Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries | Apply Now
Watoto Church, Kampala Road, Kampala, Uganda
Watoto Church is a vibrant, multi-campus Christian community based in Kampala, Uganda, with a mission to care for orphans, empower women, and share the message of Jesus Christ through transformational discipleship, service, and outreach. Renowned for its impactful programs, such as Watoto Children's Ministry, the church is recognized for its commitment to holistic development and its significant contribution to addressing social challenges in Uganda.
Watoto Church fosters a warm, inclusive, and growth-oriented work culture that values servant leadership, teamwork, and personal development, offering staff meaningful roles in ministry, administration, and outreach initiatives. The church provides job opportunities in various sectors including pastoral leadership, program management, and operations, with a focus on flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Since its founding in 1994, Watoto Church has grown from a single location to a multi-campus ministry with a global reach, impacting lives across Uganda and internationally. The church’s innovative model includes a combination of community-based programs, social services, and vibrant worship experiences, while its business model integrates social enterprise initiatives to support its sustainability.
With a wide reach through its local and international outreach, Watoto Church touches the lives of thousands through its services, missions, and global partnerships. Guided by core values of love, service, and integrity, the church is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, supporting education, health, and empowerment projects that uplift vulnerable populations. For more information, visit their official website at www.watotochurch.com.
Are you looking for Finance jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Team Leader, Finance Operations job at Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries
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Deadline:
25 Apr 2025
Job Title
Team Leader, Finance Operations job at Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries
Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries
Job Description
Job Title: Team Leader, Finance Operations
Organisation: Watoto Church and Child Care Ministries
Duty Station: Watoto Church, Downtown, Kampala, Uganda
We are seeking to recruit a Team Leader, Finance Operations to provide strategic leadership and ensure smooth financial operations of Watoto Ministries.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
All suitably qualified and interested candidates can apply by visiting our website;
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Under that, view the Job Role and click on the link that reads; Apply
Fill out the form that will be open and submit after all sections have been filled.
Submit your CV, academic and professional documents, and a cell/pastor’s recommendation letter to careers@watotochurch.com (Subject Line: Job Title First Name, Last Name)
Deadline: 25th April 2025
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How to Apply
Financial management operations.
Provide technical oversight on the accounting system and ensure proper functionality.
Safeguard that complete and accurate accounting records are maintained.
Ensure that statutory payments are submitted on time and handled in alignment with the government regulations and finance policies.
Set the standards for the financial processes and monitors the operational performance of the team.
Regularly review the effectiveness of the financial management processes, internal controls and implement modifications for improvement.
Monitor periodic reconciliations with Watoto ministries’ suppliers and debtors.
Strategy and policy development
Develop and regularly reviews Watoto ministries finance policy and ensures it is in line with international accounting standards.
Participate in the costing and budgeting of Watoto ministries strategic plans and projects.
Develop and regularly review the standard operating procedures and finance risk mitigation strategy to facilitate smooth finance operations.
Human resource management and development
Assist in the management of recruitment of team members.
Ensure that new staff in the department are properly oriented, smooth onboarding, and performance standards are well explained.
Manage and ensure that all staff have clearly defined performance action plans, and the periodic appraisals are held.
Instigate initiatives that aim to develop the performance and development of team members to deliver high performance standards.
Establish and prepare a suitable annual leave schedule for staff in the department.
Preparation of Reports
Develop and formulate periodic reports in line with the organization’s reporting guidelines to management and finance committee.
Maintain oversight over the budget variance reporting for Watoto ministries.
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The applicant for the role should hold at least a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Chartered membership of ACCA, CPA or similar organisation is required.
Proficiency in accounting system software and knowledge of financial management statutory obligations, requirements, and dynamics.
At least 7 years working experience in a similar organization or industry.
Computer literacy and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and database.
Proven strong leadership skills and ability to drive a team and ability to demonstrate strategic thinking aptitudes.
Good interpersonal skills and strong verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong accuracy and attention to detail while able to deliberate laterally and creatively.
