Resource Transfer Manager

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Position Title: Resource Transfer Manager
Location: Uganda
Country: Uganda
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Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
Action Against Hunger is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to ending hunger globally. Established with a mission to innovate solutions and advocate for change, the organization reaches 28 million people annually through proven hunger prevention and treatment programs. With a workforce of approximately 8,990 dedicated staff members, Action Against Hunger operates in 55 countries, addressing the root causes of hunger, including climate change, conflict, inequity, and emergencies. The organization strives to create a world free from hunger for everyone, for good. Action Against Hunger USA is part of the international network and currently manages operations in 8 countries, including Uganda.

Job Overview:
The Resource Transfer Manager is a critical position within Action Against Hunger, specifically for the USAID-funded BHA Uganda Resilience security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Food Security Activity (RFSA). This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective management of financial resources, commodities, and material transfers that support the goals of the RFSA. The manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of resource transfer operations, ensuring compliance with USAID and Action Against Hunger standards. This includes budget tracking, financial reporting, and logistics coordination for material resources. The position is full-time and contingent upon the award of the project, emphasizing the importance of efficient and compliant management of all resource transfers to support project activities sustainably.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Resource Transfer Manager will manage the overall strategy for resource allocation and utilization across the project, ensuring alignment with project objectives and compliance with donor guidelines. Key responsibilities include coordinating with financial, procurement, and logistics departments for timely resource transfers, monitoring and reporting on resource usage, developing systems for tracking resource transfers, and ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations. The manager will also lead the development of procurement plans, oversee the procurement process, and collaborate with project teams to integrate social protection strategies into program activities. Supervisory responsibilities include providing leadership to finance and logistics teams and ensuring capacity building in resource management. Additionally, the manager will oversee the project’s resource transfer budget, ensuring financial integrity and accountability in all transactions.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, logistics, or a related field, along with a minimum of seven years of progressive experience in resource management within international development projects. Alternatively, an undergraduate degree in a related field with 10 years of increasing responsibility in financial and resource management is acceptable. At least five years of cash transfer experience in similar international humanitarian and development contexts is also required.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, logistics, or a related field. This foundational education is essential for understanding the complexities of resource management in international development projects.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of seven years of progressive experience in resource management, particularly in international development projects. Candidates should have substantial experience in managing large-scale resource transfers and cash transfer modalities, demonstrating a strong understanding of USAID funding and operational requirements.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is likely essential due to the nature of the role and the organization’s international operations. Additional languages relevant to the local context may be beneficial but are not explicitly stated as requirements.

Additional Notes:
The Resource Transfer Manager position is a full-time role based in Uganda, with responsibilities that may require working outside normal office hours or on weekends as project needs arise. The job entails regular attendance at the office and may involve travel to project locations across Uganda, which could expose the employee to high security risks and basic living conditions. The organization emphasizes gender equality and a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse, fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.