Job Title: Head of Finance
Organisation: BRAC Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About US:
BRAC Uganda has grown to become one of the largest non-governmental development organisations in the country since its launch in Uganda in 2006. It acts as a catalyst, creating a multitude of opportunities for people living in poverty to realise their potential to transform their own lives. BRAC Uganda specialises in taking up an idea, testing it, perfecting it and then scaling it up rapidly in a cost-efficient manner without compromising quality. We implement six programmes in thematic areas of Health, Education, Ultra-Poor Graduation, Emergency Preparedness and Response, Empowerment and Livelihood for Adolescents, and Financial Inclusion.
Job Summary: The Head of Finance will work closely with the Country Director and the Country Management Team in developing BRAC Uganda strategic plan. S/he acts as the primary liaison to the board of directors’ finance committee, working closely with the committee to strengthen BRAC Uganda financial position and other items as required. S/he will continually evaluate best industry practices in comparison to internal systems and needed resources, with an eye toward both future needs and budget realities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Steer the development and implementation of high quality Annual Strategic Plan and AOP of the finance and accounts department relevant to the local context and the organisational priorities.
- S/he is the primary liaison to the board of directors’ finance committee and works closely with it to strengthen BRAC Uganda’s financial position and other items as required.
- Work closely with the Country Director and the Country Management Team in developing BRAC Uganda strategic plan especially the financial aspect.
- Leadership and Stakeholder financial management (Banks, Suppliers, staff, statutory bodies, programs, projects).
- Develop, set up and manage financial reporting systems, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with donor and stakeholder requirements and provide reports to guide decision making process.
- Financial payments, business process facilitation and overseeing the quality implementation of the financed activities.
- Develop, manage, monitor and oversee the budget lifecycle.
- Manage audits both external and internal and ensure a good inventory management process.
- Prepare and submit standard monthly, quarterly and annual reports and other supporting documents to the Country Director, Bl anchor, donors and relevant partners.
- Continuously evaluate the best industry practices in comparison to internal systems and needed resources, with an eye toward both future needs and budget realities.
- Has the overall responsibility for recruitment, retention, performance and staff development of the finance team.
- Implementation of the BRAC vision, mission, values and policies including an effective safeguarding policy.
Safeguarding
- Establish a safeguarding culture across all level of the programme by implementing the safeguarding policy. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
- Responsible to ensure team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure.
- Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant must hold a Master’s degree in Business Administration/ Finance / Commerce/ Accounting/ Statistics/ related field.
- CPA/ ACCA will be preferred.
- Seven years of experience in complex accounting and finance systems, including reporting, budgeting, audit at management position in a reputable organisation handling a large portfolio.
- Experience in donor funded projects with understanding about rules and regulation of major donors.
- A strong experience in working with national partners, local/government authorities.
- Critical thinking, decision making and adaptability to pressure
- Knowledge of contemporary accounting packages
- Good financial management skills, system set up and development
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively
- Ability to interpret documents and understand procedures
- Writing reports and correspondence.
- Excellent cross cultural people management skills
- Computer literacy
- Interpersonal skills and customer care.
How to Apply:
If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:
External candidates need to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitment.bi@brac.net
Internal candidates need to apply with their latest CV including all job assignments in detail with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net
Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI-138/22 in the subject bar.
Only complete applications will be accepted and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 13th January 2023