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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Cordaid Uganda is a leading development organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable communities and promoting sustainable development through its various programs in health, education, livelihoods, and humanitarian response. With a strong reputation for integrity, collaboration, and impact, Cordaid Uganda is widely recognized for its commitment to improving the lives of marginalized people across the country. The organization fosters a work culture based on mutual respect, inclusion, and professional growth, offering employees opportunities for development in a supportive environment.
Cordaid Uganda provides job opportunities across multiple sectors, offering flexible work arrangements to attract diverse talent. Since its establishment, the organization has evolved to become a key player in Uganda's development sector, adapting innovative approaches and building strong partnerships to address critical challenges. The company operates with a business model focused on achieving lasting, scalable impact through community-driven initiatives and strategic partnerships.
With a significant presence in Uganda, Cordaid Uganda’s work extends to various regions, touching thousands of lives. Core values such as respect, justice, and transparency guide the organization’s operations, ensuring a deep commitment to its mission. In line with its dedication to social responsibility, Cordaid Uganda actively participates in corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at fostering positive change within the communities it serves. For more information, visit their website at www.cordaid.org.
Cordaid is a Dutch international NGO, that believes in a world without poverty and exclusion. We strive for just and sustainable societies where every person counts. We stand for knowledge and talent sharing between North and South, between farmers and businesses, between activists and policymakers. Where poverty, conflict and exclusion divide societies, we connect people and communities. We stand for professionalism, expertise, and solidarity across borders. We aim at maximizing our social impact and contributing to systemic change. We operate where natural disasters strike, where conflicts tear up communities and where lack of opportunities and service delivery keep families in extreme poverty. Cordaid has been active in Uganda for over 25 years; and our programmes currently focus on three thematic areas: resilience, investments and humanitarian aid.
Job Title
Finance Officer job at Cordaid Uganda
Cordaid Uganda
Job Description
Job Title: Finance Officer (Fresher NGO Jobs)
Organisation: Cordaid
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Finance & Administration Manager
Job Summary:
Responsible for effective and efficient financial operations and systems aiming optimizing expenditures and minimizing losses.
The FO is responsible for office financial transactions entry and analysis at country level and provision of technical support to the Finance and Administration Manager by ensuring that the Cordaid finance policies and procedures are adhered to.
Job Specification
Responsible for the stewardship of Cordaid assets and reputation by ensuring compliance with local laws, regulations, internal procedures and member/donor requirements. The FO supports the Finance and Administration Manager in ensuring all expenses are booked correctly and in the most efficient and timely manner.
Aim of the Organizational Unit : Is responsible for realization of Country Office targets
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Administration
Review the codes on the payment requisitions before entry into Finance system
Review of staff accountabilities like travel accountabilities, entry in the system and reconciliation on a weekly basis
Ensures that all advances are cleared / collected on time and prepare advance analysis on a monthly basis
Regularly Process payments through the electronic banking system
Implement and maintain an effective filing system to ensure that all financial records are easily accessible and readily available
Handles petty cash, checks and carry out the petty cash count each Month with the Finance and Administrations Manager
Coordinate and record in and out mails, mission order.
Finance
Check the correctness of coding, completeness of financial documents and review the payments prior to posting to the financial system.
Verification and certification of accurate transactions in accordance with the standard guidelines
Ensures that all payments for purchases of goods and services are made promptly and according to Cordaid regulations, and that actions are governed by the highest standards of personal and business conduct as stipulated in the Policy Guidelines and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Bank management
Act as a bank agent
Audit Facilitation
Facilitating both internal & external audits and the preparation of financial statements for auditors both office and donor audits.
Integrity
Adheres to the code of conduct and Integrity Policies, reports concerns and follows regular integrity trainings. This is a medium-risk position, with no direct contact with vulnerable communities
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Essential – A degree in Accounting/Finance or related field
At least 2 years working experience in a similar position with International NGO’s Knowledge of finance systems, planning & control, (computerized) accounting, (compliance) legislation, reporting standards and languages.
Excellent computer skill (MS Office package) and other web based accounting systems
Strong financial background with knowledge of different funding modalities
Good interpersonal & communication skills, including intercultural communication
Excellent language skills in English
Stress management and ability to multitask
Analytical and problem solving skills
A good team player
Able to explain and enforce Cordaid Policies
Knowledge of the mission and goals of the Cordaid program and the security policy.
Behavioural values and skills: trust, accountability, problem solving, cooperation, flexibility, creativity, collaboration
Competencies
Personal Integrity
Creative and Innovative
Open and outgoing
Results Oriented
People skills
Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking
Ability to work independently under pressure and proactive work style
KRAs
Accurate and timely Financial Administration and in line with (internal) accounting guidelines
Correct and accurate Bank Management without mistakes
Good Audit Facilitation and explaining procedures to auditors
Maintain clean travel advance balances, support staff in doing their accountabilities
How to Apply
All interested candidates should apply online at the Apply Button below.
Deadline: 15th January 2025
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