Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian organization that was established in 195
Job Overview:
The Finance Officer position at DRC Uganda is a critical role that involves implementing sound financial management practices and overseeing daily financial processes. The officer will ensure compliance with DRC’s Operations Handbook, donor regulations, and statutory requirements, which are essential for the execution of all financial processes. This role also supports the establishment of strong internal controls, accurate financial reporting, effective budget management, and partnerships management, all of which contribute to DRC’s strategic and programmatic objectives. The Finance Officer will work closely with project managers to address key financial matters, monitor funding levels, and ensure the accuracy of financial data, thereby playing a vital role in the financial health of the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Officer will be responsible for a variety of financial management tasks, including ensuring compliance with DRC's Operations Handbook, donor regulations, and statutory requirements. Key responsibilities include providing advice and technical support to field finance teams, collaborating with project managers on financial matters, maintaining oversight of funding levels, and monitoring balance sheet accounts. The officer will also ensure timely filing and payment of statutory obligations, review financial reports from sub-grant partners, build partner capacity in financial management, conduct financial monitoring visits, and ensure the effective use of DRC Dynamics for financial data management. Additionally, the officer will maintain the finance ledger and ensure the accuracy of all financial data posted to the system.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Finance Officer position must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field. A strong knowledge of donor financial management, budgeting, reporting, and compliance requirements is essential, along with practical experience working with major institutional donors. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics 365, is required. Candidates should also demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent planning and organizational abilities, and effective communication and interpersonal skills. Experience working with national partners and local authorities is also necessary.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Commerce. Additional certifications such as CPA or ACCA are desirable but not mandatory. Candidates should have a solid understanding of financial principles and practices, particularly in the context of international non-governmental organizations.
Experience:
The Finance Officer position requires a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible finance experience, particularly within international non-governmental organizations (INGOs). Candidates should have a proven track record of managing financial processes, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, and working collaboratively with project teams to address financial issues. Experience in financial reporting and budget management is also essential.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as all communications and documentation will be conducted in English. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if relevant to the local context or the populations served by DRC.
Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is for a duration of 2 months, with a designated duty station in Kampala, Uganda. The expected start date is November 202
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian organization that was established in 195
- It operates in multiple countries around the world, focusing on providing assistance to refugees and displaced persons. DRC aims to promote durable solutions for displaced populations and ensure their rights are respected. The organization employs thousands of staff globally and is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in its operations.
Job Overview:
The Finance Officer position at DRC Uganda is a critical role that involves implementing sound financial management practices and overseeing daily financial processes. The officer will ensure compliance with DRC’s Operations Handbook, donor regulations, and statutory requirements, which are essential for the execution of all financial processes. This role also supports the establishment of strong internal controls, accurate financial reporting, effective budget management, and partnerships management, all of which contribute to DRC’s strategic and programmatic objectives. The Finance Officer will work closely with project managers to address key financial matters, monitor funding levels, and ensure the accuracy of financial data, thereby playing a vital role in the financial health of the organization.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Finance Officer will be responsible for a variety of financial management tasks, including ensuring compliance with DRC's Operations Handbook, donor regulations, and statutory requirements. Key responsibilities include providing advice and technical support to field finance teams, collaborating with project managers on financial matters, maintaining oversight of funding levels, and monitoring balance sheet accounts. The officer will also ensure timely filing and payment of statutory obligations, review financial reports from sub-grant partners, build partner capacity in financial management, conduct financial monitoring visits, and ensure the effective use of DRC Dynamics for financial data management. Additionally, the officer will maintain the finance ledger and ensure the accuracy of all financial data posted to the system.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Finance Officer position must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field. A strong knowledge of donor financial management, budgeting, reporting, and compliance requirements is essential, along with practical experience working with major institutional donors. Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics 365, is required. Candidates should also demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent planning and organizational abilities, and effective communication and interpersonal skills. Experience working with national partners and local authorities is also necessary.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Commerce. Additional certifications such as CPA or ACCA are desirable but not mandatory. Candidates should have a solid understanding of financial principles and practices, particularly in the context of international non-governmental organizations.
Experience:
The Finance Officer position requires a minimum of 3 years of progressively responsible finance experience, particularly within international non-governmental organizations (INGOs). Candidates should have a proven track record of managing financial processes, ensuring compliance with donor regulations, and working collaboratively with project teams to address financial issues. Experience in financial reporting and budget management is also essential.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as all communications and documentation will be conducted in English. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if relevant to the local context or the populations served by DRC.
Additional Notes:
The contract for this position is for a duration of 2 months, with a designated duty station in Kampala, Uganda. The expected start date is November 202
- The salary and conditions will be in accordance with the Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and an updated CV in English, with a maximum length of four pages. Applications sent via email will not be considered, and the closing date for applications is 16th October 202
- DRC emphasizes a merit-based recruitment process and does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment process.
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