Cash & Voucher Assistance Officer
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
The Danish Refugee Council
Category: Finance
Total Positions:
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 10 months ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Programme implementation
• Develop or update the overall project implementation work plan in collaboration with the Referral Officer and Project Manager.
• Ensure efficient implementation of activities in line with approved work plans i.e., nsure timely mobilization, sensitization, transfer of assistance, and reconciliation of actual transfers against plans.
• Compile and submit quality reports as required on time.
• Update trackers as may be guided and required by the Project Manager.
• Support localization efforts, including mapping of local partner organizations.
• Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning
• Liaise with and support Referral Officer or any other lead MEAL staff in the effective operationalization of DRC Complaints and Feedback mechanism at field level.
• Liaise with and support Referral Officer in logistical arrangements for data collection as may be required.
• Participate in MEAL inspired review meetings as required.
• Coordination and Representation:
• Consistently participate in coordination meetings at UCC, interagency, regional or any other level as required.
• Represent DRC/UCC as determined by the project Manager. You may be required to interface with donors and government representatives.
• Human Resources, Administration, Supply Chain, Safety and Security:
• Ensure the number of community outreach workers is at optimal level at all times. Determine the number, play a central role in the recruitment, placement, capacity development and supervision of community outreach workers.
• Confirm and submit timely reports relevant for efficient administration of community outreach workers. Validate and share in a timely manner information the Country Office requires to ensure payments to incentive workers.
• Working with relevant departments, ensure DRC Offices have all the basic supplies and consumables.
• Develop a procurement plan and follow up to ensure it is approved and executed in accordance with existing DRC policies and provisions.
• Act as focal point for safety and security for DRC personnel and equipment. Proactively identify, report and suggest measures to mitigate risks.
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• To be successful in this role, we expect you to have technical expertise and experience in cash programming, notably in preparing for, overseeing disbursements, and handling complaints. Moreover, we also expect the following:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Economics, International Development, Social sciences, or related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience implementing humanitarian interventions, preferably for displaced populations.
• Analytical and planning skills.
• Attention to detail, especially in matters relating to the preparation of disbursement lists, tracking of assistance transfers.
• Demonstrable track record of meeting or exceeding programme targets, while maintaining technical quality.
• Highly diplomatic with political awareness and understanding.
• High-level communications and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Experience implementing FCDO DG-ECHO funded projects.
• Possession of a valid riding permit. The project will provide a motorbike to aid mobility across the settlement
• Ability to speak basic Swahili or Juba Arabic will be an added advantage.
• In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’s five core competencies:
• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment.
• We offer
• Contract length: 7 months.
• Band: NM H2
• Designation of Duty Station: Adjumani
• Start date: September 2025
• Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for national employees; please refer to our website.
HOW TO APPLY
All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email will not be considered.
Kindly note that successful candidates will only be contacted after securing the anticipated funding.
Closing date for applications: 7th September 2025
DRC does not solicit money for any part of its recruitment process. All recruitment is merit-based and follows HR best practices that are globally acceptable. Henceforth, should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.
DRC as an employer
By working in DRC, you will be joining a global workforce of around 6500 employees in around 35 countries. We pride ourselves on our:
Professionalism, impact & expertise
Humanitarian approach & the work we do
Purpose, meaningfulness & own contribution
Culture, values & strong leadership
Fair compensation & continuous development
DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport.
Danish Refugee Council is an equal opportunity employer and we consider all applicants based on individual merit and qualifications, regardless of personal characteristics or attributes. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce, aiming for a 50% balance of men and women in management roles and ensuring that at least 50% of management roles are filled by national staff. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is crucial for achieving our organizational goals and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
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Deadline: Expired
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