Credit Analyst at Uganda Ecumenical Church Loan Fund (ECLOF)

Job Title: Credit Analyst

Employer: Uganda Ecumenical Church Loan Fund (ECLOF)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 13^th Feb 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Carries out branch spot checks and monitoring to ensure compliance to ECLOF policies.

·         Analyses branch operations to ensure attainment of productivity and efficient operations.

·         Documents and carries out financial analysis of MSME, Institutional clients, group clients, individual clients and recommends for possible funding.

·         Closely monitors and supervises ECLOF branches on a day to day basis.

·         Management and supervision of operations staff in all the branches

Job requirements:

·         Minimum university degree in Economics, Accounting or Business Administration, management and prolonged experience in credit and/with preferably deposit operations

·         MBA or Post graduate in financial management will be an added advantage.

·         2-3 years working experience in middle management in credit or finance department at supervision level in financial institutions, e.g Banks, MFIs, Credit Institutions and

·         MDIs.

·         Must have a clear understanding of micro finance industry and technology.

·         Must be proficient in Microsoft applications and various software applications in rating and financial analysis.

How to Apply:L

Interested applicants for the above positions should send in their applications addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, marked with position of interest in the upper right hand corner of the envelopE. It should include a cover letter, copies of academic certificates, detailed CV, submitted to the administrator, ECLOF-Uganda, P. O. Box 22886, Kampala, Kati House Building, ground Floor, Plot 2 Kyaggwe Road.

For any inquiries please call 0414-344249.

Only short listed candidates shall be contacted.

Audit Assistant Careers in Uganda at National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Job Title: Audit Assistant

Employer: National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 15^th Feb 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Reports to the Internal Auditor;

·         Handles the day to day internal audit matters;

·         Assists in planning and scheduling of business activities in the IA unit;

·         Assists in the determining the adequacy of NCHE Secretariat’s network of risk management, control and governance processes as designed and represented by management;

·         Assists in determining whether resources are acquired economically, used efficiently, accounted for accurately, and protected adequately by NCHE Secretariat;

·         Assists in the reviews of the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information and the means used to identity, classify and report such information;

·         Assists in the reviews of systems established to ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedure and regulations laid down by Council as well as the Laws of

·         Uganda;

·         Assists in carrying out special investigations, management consultancy and independent reviews in areas related to fraud control, risk management, safety and security and other areas as determined by the Audit Committee;

·         Carries out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the superiors.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

·         Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance from a recognized University and must be working towards attaining a chartered accountant status with audit specialty;

·         Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience of financial auditing in a reputable institution;

·         Must be ICT literate;

·         Must have good communication and interpersonal skills;

·         Knowledge of financial management in higher education institutions is desirable.

Expected Outputs:

·         Audit reports;

·         Work activity plans;

·         Unit evaluation reports showing targets achieved;

·         Risk assessment reports;

Salary: National Council for Higher Education will offer an attractive package to the successful candidates.

How to apply: 

Qualified candidates should submit seven (7) copies of: a hand written application letter; an up to date and detailed CV including names and contacts of three credible referees; copies of academic qualifications; and any other relevant documents. The deadline for receiving applications is two weeks from the date of this advert. Applications should be submitted during office hours (9.00am – 5.00pm) to:

The Executive Director National Council for Higher Education

Plot 34, Cavers Crescent

P. O. Box 76, Kyambogo, Uganda, East Africa.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Internal Audit Assistant Careers at Britania Allied Industries Ltd in Uganda

Job Title: Internal Audit Assistant

Employer: Britania Allied Industries Ltd

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015

Job Description:


Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducting Internal Control evaluation and risk assessment to identify loopholes and areas requiring management intervention to prevent frauds, embezzlements, misappropriations, misuse and wastage and ensuring that objectives of the organization are achieved economically, efficiently and effectively;
• Assist in the preparation of special reports when asked for by the management on various aspects of financial management, including asset management and security, financial reporting, decision support systems, management Information systems;
• Facilitating in undertaking periodic reviews and annual audit of financial transactions as per the organization requirements.
• Assisting the finance department in preparation SOPs in critical areas like meeting financial obligations under procurements and the process itself. Specifying internal checks including preaudit checks, adherence to policies procedures and compliance with rules, laws and regulations to ensure that payments to suppliers and other entities are made by them in accordance with the stipulated guidelines
• Ensuring that systems exist for generation of accurate and reliable financial and other Information;
• Prepares, analyzes and reconciles and conducts verification regarding accounts being examined.
• Conducts surprise cash counts on company funds as required
• Gathers, verifies and analyses monthly sales reports, contracts and other related documents
• Conducts system review to assess its effectiveness and efficiency and recommends necessary actions to improve deficient conditions
• Witnesses inventory taking of company’s fixed assets and supplies on quarterly and annual basis.
• Submits audit observations and recommendations to the supervisor for review and evaluation.
• Conducting any other related tasks that may be assigned by the management

Qualifications and experience:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’ Degree in one of these fields: Accounting, Finance, Audit, Economics, Commerce or Business Administration
. • Audit experience of between 1 – 3 years is required
• At least 2 years’ experience in accounting
Skills and competencies:
• The candidate should have skills and ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommend solutions.
• Should have good interpersonal skills, excellent communication and report writing skills and should have the ability to work independently.
• He/ she should have working knowledge of IT systems and MS office especially Excel.

How to Apply:

Suitably qualified candidates should submit letters of application specifying their field of study together with a C.V, contact number (s), copies of relevant certificates, names and details of three references to the undersigned not later than 30th January 2015.
The Human Resource Manager Britania Allied Industries Ltd. P.O Box 7158, Kampala

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Careers at Thoughtworks - Financial Analyst

Job Title:   Financial Analyst

Employer: Thoughtworks

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage profitability and commercial awareness of client engagements.
• Manage finance/commercial needs of office locations.
• Serve as the finance liaison with Market Leadership teams.
• Work in liaison with the Pan Africa Finance Manager to identify/fill gaps in PA operations.
• Collaborate with Global Finance team to develop best practices and processes.
• Support in tax preparation of PA business.
• Render ad-hoc support to the PA Leadership Team, PA Operation Leads and Global Controller.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The candidate should hold a master’s degree in Finance or Accounting or a fully qualified member of any one of the Accounting bodies such as CPA, ACCA.
• At least five years’ experience in financial management.
• Computer literacy i.e. Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Word)
• Past experience in the use of Finance management systems and tools
• Possess the ability to utilize technology to create focused management information
• A positive, can-do attitude and the proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to an ever changing business environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in oral and writing.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Ability to drive and deliver set results.
• Ability to lead, work with and through teams.
• Ability to pursue high standards of excellence in line with agreed policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify and appreciate the values, concerns and feelings of others.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and organize.
• Ability to change plans in light of new information or the demands of changing circumstances.
• Added Advantage
• Working knowledge of PeopleSoft financial management software.
• Past experience working with a multinational company or international NGO.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified candidates should send their applications by click  Apply Now.
Please upload the following in your application; an updated CV / resume should include your contact information and three work related references and a one page statement describing your suitability for the role should be included.

Cashiers / Accountants Job Vacancies at Java Coffee & Tea in Uganda

Job Summary: Cashiers / Accountants

Employer: Java Coffee & Tea

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 21st Jan 2015

Job Description:

The Cashiers / Accountants will process all the cash and credit card transactions at our registers whilst taking care of the orders of our many takeaway customers.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicants should ideally have relevant qualifications for the aforementioned job role.
• Past experience using MICROS POS systems will be an added advantage.
• Talented cashiers can often be considered for management positions as the company grows.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send Apply Online by visiting the web link below. Please specify Cashiers when Applying.

Apply Now 

Jobs at Movit Products in Uganda - Internal Auditor

Job Title:  Internal Auditor

Employer: Movit Products

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 24th  Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The incumbent will carry out internal audits of all functional units to assess the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the established internal controls, processes, systems, policies and procedures.
• Identify key areas of risk within the organisation and propose appropriate controls to mitigate the risks.
• Regularly review the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of financial information and other disclosures such as PAYE and NSSF
• Discuss audit findings and recommendations with line managers and report significant issues
• Prepare audit reports in line with the approved audit plan.
• Actively monitor the timely implementation of the management actions recommended in the audit reports.
• Actively participate in the preparation of annual plan.
• Participate in the coordination of external audits and follow up on their recommendations to ensure implementation
• Carry out adhoc investigations into frauds and forgeries and any ither malfeasances
• Conduct risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established/required timeline
• Quickly respond and attend to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. staffs and provide information reports)

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The Internal Auditor should hold a degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• Possess Part II of a professional qualification like ACCA or CPA.
• At least three years’ experience in a similar position
• Comprehensive knowledge on Internal audit, COSO, internal controls, compliance and risk management
• Working knowledge of Audit techniques (work programs, tests, sampling, documentation and reports)
• Possess excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changes quickly.
• High degree of objectivity, integrity and confidentiality

How to Apply:

All candidates who meet the above specifications should send their applications with relevant academic credentials and a detailed CV having contacts of three referees to the:
Human Resource Manager,
P.O. Box 27109, Kampala. Uganda

Accountant Jobs at Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority (URBRA)

Job Title: Accountant

Employer: Uganda Retirement Benefits Regulatory Authority (URBRA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 23rd Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Compiling financial information on revenues accruing to URBRA from various sources Maintaining records on payments made by URBRA to various payees
• Actively participating in issuing various accounting documents like payment vouchers, receipts, e.t.c
• Participating in preparation of the Authority’s budget
• In charge of collecting revenue
• Prepare payments by verifying documents
• Intuitively reconcile financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
• Executing banking activities of the Authority.
• Supporting the preparation of monthly reports as well as annual financial statements and cash flow projections for use by management, as well as the Audit/Finance Committee and Board of Directors.
• Supporting the management of the URBRA’s payroll
• Maintaining a record of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Maintaining an inventory of all fixed assets of the Authority as well as updating the inventory on a regular basis.
• Ensuring timely submission of expense reports, bank reconciliations and any other periodic reports
• Performing any other function assigned by the Senior Accountant.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting), Business Administration (Accounting) , Accounting and Finance or fully completed CPA or ACCA qualifications
• At least one year’s experience in a finance and accounts unit or department of a recognised organization.
• Proficiency in computer applications
• Possess the ability to work as a team. .
• Ability to work with minimal supervision. Self - driven with the ability to deliver results with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Soft skills like, presentation, and listening skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

How to Apply:

If you believe you are the right candidate and would love to contribute to the Ugandan pension sector, please deliver your application and CV clearly detailing your suitability for the position in terms of required qualifications and experience to the Interim Chief Executive Officer, URBRA reception on 3rd Floor, Plot 1 Clement Hill Road, Kampala, Uganda or send via E-mail to recruitment.hr@urbra.go.ug

2 Accountants Urgetly Needed at Movit Products in Uganda

Job Title: Accountant - 2 posts

Employer: Movit Products

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 24th Jan  2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Regularly examine, accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformity to professional reporting and procedural standards.
• Prepare tax returns by ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and other tax requirements
• Regularly review all captured business transactions in the accounting system for accuracy, consistency and proper allocation.
• Reconcile general ledger and bank accounts
• Prepare financial statements including monthly & annual accounts
• Prepare payments by verifying assigned documentation.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• All candidate should hold Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) of Business Administration BBA(Accounting/Finance) and be fully certified as an Accountant
• A minimum of three or more years’ accounting experience in a busy business environment
• Possess excellent knowledge of key accounting packages, ERP will be an added advantage
• Excellent knowledge in accounting procedures & general controls
• High degree of integrity and confidentiality

How to Apply:

All candidates who meet the above specifications should send their applications with relevant academic credentials and a detailed CV having contacts of three referees to the:

Human Resource Manager,
P.O. Box 27109,
Kampala. Uganda

Jobs at Oxfam - Accountant in Uganda

Job Title: Accountant

Employer: Oxfam

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 23rd Jan 2015

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage cash transactions in the office and maintain contact with the bank and HO regarding financial transactions. To calculate currency conversions, record cash movements and prepare bank reconciliations;
• Update and maintain financial records through filing, retrieval, retention, storage, compilation, coding, updating and purging;
• Responsible for keying in all financial data into the pastel accounting software and production of monthly financial reports for submission to the Hague.
• In charge of preparing the monthly payroll in consultation with the HRC;
• Carry out the administrative organisation of all data on payments and receipts of the office running costs, keeping records of all financial mutations.
• Support the program finance officers in preparation of donor reports;
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Finance and Support Manager.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate for the Oxfam Accountant vacancy should hold a relevant bachelor’s degree in Accounting and professional accounting qualifications
• A minimum of three or more years of relevant working experience in a non-profit organization
• Computer literacy skills i.e. proficient in the use of Excel and accounting software preferably Pastel
• Possess the ability to pay attention to detail, flexibility and work with minimum supervision.
• The Accountant should be highly dynamic, innovative and committed to the team, volunteers and partners.
• The ideal candidate should have job-specific technical skills, dynamism, and commitment to the cause of overcoming poverty and suffering.
• The applicant should also have unquestionable integrity and committed to Oxfam's values.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidate are encouraged to send apply online by sending an updated CV and cover letter ONLY to the HR and Admin Coordinator at Oxfamuganda-jobs@oxfamnovib.nl. Please clearly indicate the position name in the email subject line.

NB: Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Internal Auditor Job Vacancy at Excel Insurance Company Ltd in Uganda

Job Title: Senior Internal Auditor

Employer: Excel Insurance Company Ltd

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Application Deadline: 17th July 2014

Job Summary:

The Senior Internal Auditor will support the supervision of the internal audit department and carryout audits and inspections.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant should be a fully qualified ACCA/CPA accountant
• A minimum of five years’ experience in Internal Audit work.

How to Apply:
All applications should be sent to the address below including three professional referees in their detailed CVs;

The Managing Director,
Plot 2d, Nkrumah Road,
1st, 2nd & 3rd Floor, Crest House.
P.O.BOX 7213 Kampala Uganda,
Tel: +256-414-348 595/6/7
Email; execlins@infocom.co.ug

Support Accountant Job Vacancy at Malaria Consortium in Uganda

Job Title: Africa Support Accountant

Organization: Malaria Consortium
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Africa Finance Manager

About Malaria Consortium:
Malaria Consortium is the world’s leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the comprehensive control of malaria and other communicable diseases in Africa and Southeast Asia. Malaria Consortium works with communities, government and non-government agencies, academic institutions, and local and international organisations, to ensure good evidence supports delivery of effective services, providing technical support for monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities for evidence-based decision-making and strategic planning. Malaria Consortium works to improve not only the health of the individual, but also the capacity of national health systems, which helps relieve poverty and support improved economic prosperity.

Job Summary: The Regional Finance team is responsible for overseeing the finances of the country programmes including donor reporting, budget preparation and all financial and management accounting and provides a link between the country offices and the global organisation to ensure a consistency of approach and high quality standards across all of Malaria Consortium. The Africa Support Accountant will support the AFM in supporting the region’s country finance teams to help them achieve their objectives of timely and accurate reporting and the sound financial management of Malaria Consortium’s portfolio of programmes in each country. In addition, the Africa Support Accountant will provide the financial monitoring and support for a number of Malaria Consortium’s multi country projects, which are based in the regional office in Kampala.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Financial Management and Reporting:
-Technically support the AFo finance and management accountant to:
-Prepare and maintain the regional accounts in accordance with Malaria Consortium’s Financial Policies and procedures.
-Intuitively prepare regional budgets and forecasts, including the mapping of phasing of the multi-country programmes
-Compile and send a monthly checklist in line with the monthly reporting timetable.
=Support the Country Offices to:
-Prepare financial donor reports in the region and in ensuring submissions to donors are completed on a timely and accurately basis.
-Prepare the annual budget and revised forecasts on an accurate and timely basis,
 2. Financial Monitoring – Country Programmes:
Conduct Country visits to help ensure quality is maintained in all aspects of financial management.
Review the monthly checklists, with reconciliations prepared by each country office and provide summary feedback to the AFM and then CFMs.
Assist in coordination on the internal audit of local offices.
Offer a gap fill service for the financial management in country programmes as required due to staff absence from leave or resignation.
Provide financial accounting support to County Finance Managers and Financial Accountants in the region.
3. Financial Monitoring – Regional Budgets and Multi Country Programmes (MCP)

Assist with the:

-Timely and accurate financial monitoring reports for the regional and MCP budgets
-Monthly variance and burn rate analysis on a monthly for Regional and MCP budget holders
-Timely and accurate preparation of MCP external donor financial reporting as required
4. Financial Systems Development:
Work closely with the Africa Finance Manager to improve financial systems in the region and assist in introducing change where requested as part of the global improvement to provide timely and appropriate financial information to MC’s senior management team, project managers and budget holders
5. Strategic Input: Provide input into the strategic objectives of the finance team and how it can achieve its plans.
 6. Legal, Security and Risk Management:
Carry out spot checks, regular and ad-hoc, in the local country offices to test the financial controls.
Review regional fixed asset registers
Monitor maintenance or regional assets in accordance with MC asset management policy.
7. Human Resources: Cover for the existing AFo FMA position as well as some AFM duties as needed.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The applicant should be a fully qualified accountant in recognised professional global body e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA
=The ideal candidate must hold a good bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
=Extensive knowledge and understanding of NGO donors and their financial reporting requirements
=At least three years’ accountancy experience, with at least a year in a managerial position
=Prior experience of USAID compliance
=Good working knowledge of accounting software
=Excellent computer literacy skills with high proficiency in Microsoft excel
=Excellent analytical and reporting skills
=High level of English, both written and spoken
=Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
=Willingness to travel to countries within the region
=Strong ability to be able to manage and prioritise multiple tasks
=Prior experience in training and developing capacity of Finance staff will be an added advantage
=Keen eye for detail

How to Apply:
If you desire to join one of the world’s leading not-for-profit organizations, please send a covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification along with your updated CV/ resume to afro.ops@malariaconsortium.org. Please quote the position and country in the subject line of your application.

NB: Only short listed candidates will be contacted within three weeks after the closing date.

Deadline: Monday, 28th April, 2014

Careers at Dynapharm (2014) Limited in Kampala, Uganda-Accounts Assistant

Job Title:  Accounts Assistant (4 Career Jobs)

Organisation: Dynapharm (2014) Limited
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Us:
Dynapharm (2014) Limited, a leading player in the Ugandan Health Supplement and Organic Fertilizer, is instrumental for the achievement of their five-year Strategic Plan.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The ideal candidates should have part professional accounting qualification i.e. CPA, ACCA or CA up to at least Level / Stage 1
=At least two years’ working accounting experience
=Prior experience in an audit or finance environment
=Prior experience include accounting for the sales and debtors cycle, or the purchases and creditors cycle, or stocks, or cash and bank
=Practical Computerized Accounting Systems (“CAS") experience
=Ability to prepare routine accounting reconciliations
=Ability to work under intensive pressure
=Basic computer literacy skills
=The ideal candidate must also have you been part of a professional team of five or more, for at least one year
=Possess a yearning to learn and excel in what they do

How to Apply:
If you believe you are one of the individuals that we are looking for and meet the above criteria and, then hand-deliver vour application, curriculum vitae, and certified copies of your academic papers to our Head of Human Resource (Alice) at the address below:
Dynapharm (2014) Limited,
Ground Floor, Kamu Kamu Plaza,
Plot 6, Entebbe Road,
Kampala, Uganda

E-mail: alyce-me@hotmail.co.uk

Deadline: Monday, 21st April 2014 by 5pm

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy at Management Sciences for Health (MSH) in Mbale, Uganda

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Organisation: Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
Project: USAID-suppored District-based HIV/ TB Project (STAR-E)
Duty Station: Mbale, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Manager Finance

About MSH:
Management Sciences for Health (MSH) is an international non-profit, public health organisation with headquarters in USA, whose purpose is to strengthen health programs worldwide. MSH Uganda is currently running a number of USAID and other donor funded projects including STAR-E in Eastern Uganda. STAR-E a 5-year USAID-supported District-based HIV/ TB Project ending in March 2015, focuses on the prevention, care, and treatment of HIV/TB in health facilities and communities, headquartered in Mbale, with activities in Budaka, Bududa, Bukwo, Busia, Butaleja, Kapchorwa, Mbale, Pallisa, Bulambuli, Kween, Kibuku and Sironko districts.

Job Summary: The Senior Accountant supports the Senior Manager Finance to manage the accounts section of the project. S/he is responsible for ensuring efficient accounting support to the project. S/he ensures that all financial and ac-counting activities are done according to MSH regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Reviews all Payment Vouchers, General Journals and Deposit Vouchers ensuring that they are supported by relevant documentation such as approved budgets; Travel Authorizations; duly signed facilitator/consultancy agreements; Host government declaration; completed and signed timesheets; certified vendor invoices and GRNs; EPLS checks and that the right finance codes are used as and when they are submitted in accordance to USAID rules & regulations and MSH standard operating procedures.
=Prepares monthly cash projections based on actual historic performance; approved project- activity work planners in consultation with other departmental heads and relevant regional heads for processing funds requirement for the MSH STAR -E project activities by every 15 business day of the month.
=Prepares monthly reconciliations of bank statement to accounting system records and thereafter uploads the field monthly expenses report for the submission to Corporate Accounting at the head office by every 5th business day of the month.
=Reviews all accountabilities of advances submitted by staff members and grantees and ensuring that all expenses are allowable in accordance with the USAID AMB-122 and are within the pre-approved budget.
=Ensures that all MSH staff and grantee advances are cleared /liquidated within the stipulated timeframe on time and prepares regular staff balances and Staff Advances Aged Analysis report for follow-up action.
=Manage, supervise and oversee the MSH subordinate staff accounts including the Accountant, Accounts Assistants and the petty cash management function that rest with the Office Assistants and Regional Office Assistants.
=Reviews all purchases vendor selections for goods and services ensuring that they are done in accordance with the MSH Standard Operating Procedures and USAID rules and regulations.
=Ensures that all government taxes laws and regulations are strictly adhered to; and taxes are accurately computed and paid on time as and when they are due.
=Prepares the quarterly VAT reports for submission to USAID country mission in Kampala and the Annual VAT report on purchases whose VAT exceeded $500 for submission to the MSH Corporate Office.
=Support the Director, Finance and Administration in developing and implementing a good internal control system enforcing existing internal control procedures in compliance with internal audit recommendations.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The ideal applicant should hold a University degree in accounting from a recognized University, Possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and or professional qualification in accounting would be an added advantage,
=At least three years’ experience as an Accountant and at least one year as supervisor.
=Experience in a USAID-financed NGO would be an advantage,
=Possess the ability to work independently, take initiative and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality,
=Demonstrated computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications, with hands-on experience with Quick Books Accounting are highly preferred,
=Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
=Exhibit adaptability and or ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.

How to Apply:
If you meet the above job requirements, please submit your application (cover letter, CV and relevant academic documentation) addressed to the Human Resources Partner, to the following addresses.
In Kampala,
MSH, Plot 15 Princess Ann Drive, Bugolobi, P. 0. Box 71419, Kampala, Uganda Or via email: HRUG@msh.org
In Mbale,
STAR-E Project, P.O. Box 929 Plot 34-36 Bungokho Road, Senior Quarters, Mbale, Uganda:
Or via email: info@star-e.ug

Deadline:12th March 2014

Jobs at Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)-Accountant

Job Title: Accountant

Organisation: Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES)
Project: Reform Task Force Secretariat Skilling Uganda
Funding Source: World Bank and Government of Belgium
Salary:          UGX 5 million shillings per month
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Secretary

About MoES:
The Government of Uganda represented by the Ministry of Education and Sports (MoES) and supported by World Bank  and the Government of Belgium initialed a process to formulate a ten year BTVET Strategic Plan (Skilling Uganda) in 2009. This denotes a paradigm shift for skills development in Uganda with the overall aim of transforming the BTVET system from an Educational Sub-Sector into a comprehensive System of Skills development for employment, enhanced productivity, and growth. The main purpose will be to create employable skills and competencies relevant to the labour market instead of educational Certificates. It will embrace all Ugandans in need of skills, not only primary and Secondary School leavers. Skills will enable the Country to expand and grow. Employers in Uganda often complain about skills shortages that constrain production and expansion. Large segments of the population, including those working in the informal sector, lack skills they need to raise themselves out of poverty. The
economy faces critical skills gap that threaten to limit the growth of key sectors, including agriculture and energy.

The Strategic Plan recommends the establishment of the Reform Task Force (RTF) and its Secretariat to oversee and manage the implementation of the plan until a permanent integrated Skills Development Authority (SDA) is established.

Job Summary: The Project Accountant will mainly be responsible for proper maintenance of books of Accounts and all financial matters.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Support the Executive Secretary in overseeing all program finances in accordance with approved Government of Uganda ( GOU)and Donor financial controls, ensuring timely periods financial reporting
=Actively participate in the budgeting processes through identification of activities in line with the program objectives, related cost estimation and facilitate finalization of work plans for approval and endorsement of all signatories
=Review and advice the Executive Secretary as necessary, on all submitted requests for expenditure, ensuring that they are reasonable, comply with relevant with relevant program procurement procedures and GOU regulations.
=Prepare payment authorization letters for the Accounting Officer as appropriate, in favour of service providers of approved activities
=Maintain the program accounting information/ records in an orderly manner, through checking that all rotated program and GOU accounting regulations are adhered to.
=Guarantee adequate financial control and monitoring receipt and utilization of financial resources and timely production of accountability reports.
=Actively participate in audit processes and facilitate the audit team members easy access to the program financial records

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=All suitably qualified candidates who desire to fill the above Accountant vacancy must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, financial Management or Commerce
=Possession of professional qualification in Accounting such as CPA, ACCA or equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
=Proficient in the use and knowledge of Accounting packages
=Highly proficient in computer applications
=Excellent interpersonal and Communication Stalls.
=Excellent financial reporting skills

How to Apply:
Applications are therefore invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant positions as specified in the job description above.  All applications should clearly include the position of the vacancy and applicants should attach photocopies of their certificates and testimonials plus recent passport size photograph. The applications should be submitted to the Office of the Assistant Commissioner Human Resource Management, Embassy House Fourth Floor Room, Kampala, Uganda.

Deadline: 7th March 2014

Jobs at Brac in Uganda-Senior Credit Officers

Job Title: Senior Credit Officers (Female Only) – No Experience

Organisation: BRAC
Duty Station: Lira, Soroti, Gulu, Fort portal, Arua/Koboko, Rukungiri or Kabaale, Uganda

About BRAC:
BRAC, one the largest Non-Governmental Development Organization in the world, working in a number of countries in Africa and Asia on poverty alleviation Programs, is registered in Uganda as BRAC Uganda. The organization implements integrated development approach combining Education, Health, Agriculture, Livestock, Adolescent Empowerment, and Micro finance.

Job Summary: The Senior Credit officers will be subject to attend a Branch Manager Trainee examination process after three months of joining. Selected Branch Manager Trainee will be given official and field training. After successful completion of 6 months probation period, they will be given the responsibility of respective Branch in the capacity of Branch Manager, while those who will be unsuccessful with the trainee interviews will continue working as senior Credit officers.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

=Responsible for Group formation in field/village level
=In charge of Right borrower selection and loan disbursement
=Perform loan appraisal ,disburse Loan and realize
=Prepare weekly and monthly reports as required and submit On time
=Maintain office discipline and work according to organization rules and regulations

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Credit Officer should hold a good Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 2nd class upper division in Development Studies, Economics,Commerce, Business Administration or Statistics from a recognized Institution
=Excellent communication, interpersonal and team building skills
=Demonstrated ability to coordinate and work with staff
=Age: 30 years and below

NB: All interested candidates MUST be individuals who are fluent in the local languages of the following places/areas: Lira, Soroti, Gulu, Fort-portal, Arua/ Koboko or Rukungiri /Kabaale languages and should be coming from specifically the above named places.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who meet the above requirements, must send their application letters, Curriculum Vitae (including bio-data as : Date of birth. Education qualification, language proficiency, work experience and at least two professional references), photocopy of academic papers, 2 copies of colored passport size photographs, LCI letter and a day time contact number to BRAC Uganda-HRD, P.O Box 31817 (Clock tower), Plot 90, Busingiri Zone, Off Entebbe Road, Nyanama , Kampala, Uganda.

Deadline: 21st February, 2014

Jobs at Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) in Kampala, Uganda-Internal Auditor

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Organisation: Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Executive Director

About MTAC:
Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) desires to promote enterprise development and sound management practices through advisory, training and entrepreneurship development services.  Management Training and Advisory Centre (MTAC) has set its self as an institution of first choice for stakeholders interested in acquiring relevant and functional knowledge, skills and work practices.

Job Summary: The Internal Auditor performs objective analysis of systems and arrive at appropriate recommendations on all aspects of MTAC's activities.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Internal Auditor must hold a good Master's Degree;
=Professional financial qualifications i.e. APA, ACCA, IIA
=At least four years’ experience as an Auditor

How to Apply:
If you so desire to work with MTAC in the above portfolio, please fill in this form, download here,  attach an updated CV and copies of professional credentials and send them to: Human Resource & Administration Manager, Management Training and Advisory Centre, P.O. Box 4655, Kampala. Uganda.

Deadline: 28th February 2014.

Vacancies at Security Group Uganda Ltd in Kampala, Uganda- Accountant

Job Title: Accountant (2 Vacancies)

Organisation: Security Group Uganda Ltd
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Chief Accountant

About Us:
Security Group Uganda is dedicated to understanding and meeting our clients' precise requirements and fulfilling these with a cost effective inter fusion of service, efficiency and reliability, coupled to appropriate implementation of technology based security solutions.

Job Summary: The Accountant will be responsible for day-to-day accounting functions and maintenance of the general ledger.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

=The Accountant must hold a good bachelor’s degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance
=Professional accounting qualification i.e. CPA Part II would be an added advantage.
=A minimum of three years’ experience in busy accounting environment and preferably service industry.
=Hands-on experience in Tax (VAT, PAYE, Withholding Tax, Standard Levy & Income Tax)
=Practical experience and knowledge in implementing stock control procedures
=Excellent presentation skills
=High degree of Confidentiality and integrity
=Possess the ability to work under pressure
=Ability to work with minimum supervision
=Strong interpersonal and communication skills
=Good client relations skills
=Personal commitment to issues of environmental and social sustainability
=Stress  management skills and capabilities
=Interest to work in early stage and fast growing environment
=Computer literacy skills a requirement

How to Apply:
All applicants who are interested in working with Security Group in the aforementioned capacities should please submit their application letters along with detailed CVs, photocopies of academic certificates and testimonials to:
The Human Resources and Administration Manager, Security Group Uganda Ltd., Plot 05 Mvule Close, Naguru, P.O. Box 20097 Kampala. Uganda

Deadline:  12th February, 2014.