Job Description
The Finance and Grants Manager will oversee all fiscal managements and internal controls of the
Strengthening Local Government Response to Vulnerable Children (SLGRVC) Program, a Cooperative Agreement with up to $20 million project funded by USAID. He/she will also ensure the cooperative agreement is administered according to USAID regulations and policies. Under the leadership of the Chief of Party, the position will be responsible for ensuring that all partners and USAID requirements for budget planning, monitoring, and reporting are fully met in a timely manner. This requires close liaison with the finance, budget and financial planning departments of all partners, Save the Children as well as USAID/Uganda.
Required Skills
* Advanced Degree in Accountancy from a recognized institution or other related field
* At least 5 years experience managing USAID funded projects with strong knowledge of USG rules and regulations
* 3+ years of professional experience in grant compliance, auditing and financial management
o Knowledge and experience using various financial packages including SUN systems
* Significant experience in financial monitoring, budgetary systems, and controls with strong analytical skills
o Proven ability to prepare budgets and donor financial reports
* Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills while working in a dynamic, team setting in a challenging environment
o Willingness to travel extensively to multiple sites and train staff
o Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Complete fluency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and internet use
* Demonstrated capacity and prior experience in supervising others as a coach/mentor to develop financial skills of colleagues
Manager, Finance and Grants, Uganda
Tracking Code
4428
Job Location
Kampala, UGANDA
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Apply now
The Finance and Grants Manager will oversee all fiscal managements and internal controls of the
Strengthening Local Government Response to Vulnerable Children (SLGRVC) Program, a Cooperative Agreement with up to $20 million project funded by USAID. He/she will also ensure the cooperative agreement is administered according to USAID regulations and policies. Under the leadership of the Chief of Party, the position will be responsible for ensuring that all partners and USAID requirements for budget planning, monitoring, and reporting are fully met in a timely manner. This requires close liaison with the finance, budget and financial planning departments of all partners, Save the Children as well as USAID/Uganda.
Required Skills
* Advanced Degree in Accountancy from a recognized institution or other related field
* At least 5 years experience managing USAID funded projects with strong knowledge of USG rules and regulations
* 3+ years of professional experience in grant compliance, auditing and financial management
o Knowledge and experience using various financial packages including SUN systems
* Significant experience in financial monitoring, budgetary systems, and controls with strong analytical skills
o Proven ability to prepare budgets and donor financial reports
* Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills while working in a dynamic, team setting in a challenging environment
o Willingness to travel extensively to multiple sites and train staff
o Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Complete fluency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and internet use
* Demonstrated capacity and prior experience in supervising others as a coach/mentor to develop financial skills of colleagues
Manager, Finance and Grants, Uganda
Tracking Code
4428
Job Location
Kampala, UGANDA
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
Apply now
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