Director Finance and Operations Jobs in Uganda at Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd. (Cardno)

Job Title: Director, Finance and Operations

Employer: Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd. (Cardno)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 30th September, 2013

Job Details;
Cardno is a professional infrastructure and environmental services company, with specialist expertise in the development and improvement of physical and social infrastructure for communities around the world. Cardno’s team includes leading professionals who plan, design, manage and deliver sustainable projects and community programs.
For further details, Visit our website at www.cardno.com/emergingmarkets  – to learn more about Cardno Emerging Markets USA, Ltd.
Job Summary:
The Director of Finance & Operations will be responsible for overseeing project finances and directing operations (procurement, HR and logistics). Working closely with the project Chief of Party and Cardno home office (HO) staff, sh/he will ensure the financial and administrative integrity of all business transactions. The Director will be responsible for implementing a robust contracts management and financial reporting system, directing and tracking all project expenditures and grant disbursements, and supervising project operations. S/he will enforce policies and procedures in line with USAID regulations, Cardno policies, and Uganda law. S/He will manage a multidisciplinary finance and operations staff responsible for finance, accounting, procurement, information Technology (IT), and human resources.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
•Ten or more years experience in the international development field
•Experience in financial management of large international development projects
•Familiarity with USG Cost Accounting Standards and reporting requirements
•Demonstrated skills in developing and managing budgets, grants and subcontracts
•The candidate should possess a Masters Level Degree in Business Administration, Finance or other relevant field
•Previous experience managing local teams in Uganda or Sub-Saharan Africa preferred
•Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills
•This position is contingent upon project award and funding.
How to Apply:
Please send an application, apply now and create an account or login to your existing Cardno account.