Finance and Administration Officer
Kampala, Uganda * Full-time
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
The position is responsible for ensuring processing, recording of payment transactions and office management processes are done in a timely and accurate manner. The position will support compliance and requires resolute fiduciary responsibility of all financial resources and high professional standards with a willingness and ability to enforce compliance with GAIN and donor policies and procedures.
This role will be offered on a 17-month fixed term contract, subject to availability of funding and will be based in Kampala, Uganda.
Category: Finance
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Location: Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
Salary: Attractive
Posted 1 year ago
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with the Finance and Administration Manager to plan and implement financial and administrative operations systems in accordance with GAIN policies and procedures while keeping within donor requirements. This includes systems for Cash Flow management, consolidation of accounting information, internal controls, financial reporting, financial record keeping, grant management and compliance.
• Perform financial review of purchase requests, purchase orders, and payment requests to ensure compliance with GAIN policies and procedures and donors grants and contracts requirements and promptly process payments.
• Preparation of monthly reports, ensuring all transactions for the month are recorded accurately and deadlines set by the global finance team are met.
• Timely preparation of monthly bank statements and bank reconciliations.
• Support in preparation and availability of statutory financial Statements, Annual Income Tax returns, PAYE returns, NSSF etc.
• Implementing and maintaining office procedures/administrative systems.
• Assist in coordinating the travel (visa, booking transport and accommodation) of GAIN staff, consultants and senior partners which relates to the implementation of GAIN activities in uganda
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QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• You should have experience preferably in the non-profit sector in a similar role where you provide finance and administrative support. Experience in processing and recording of payment transactions, preparation of monthly bank reconciliations and statements is required. This role will work closely with the Finance and Administration Manager on preparation of programme budgets, analysis of grants and expenditure.
• The position holder will work with the project teams to ensure travel per diems and reimbursements are performed within GAIN policies and procedures and reconcile staff debtors accounts monthly. They will support with the maintenance of records and ensure confidentiality of records. Previous basic experience in HR functions is desirable.
• An educational background with a degree in accounting or relevant business field is required. A minimum of CPA 3 or other professional certification would be an added advantage. Experience with financial software such as Navision highly preferred.
• About our offer
• The starting gross salary on offer for this role is from UGX 42,149,136 – UGX 48,288,504 gross per annum, depending on experience.
• GAIN has a fair and competitive salary structure that allows for annual progression subject to good performance. In addition, GAIN offers a total of 37 days holiday per year (including annual leave, public holidays and additional office closure days), an attractive pension scheme and competitive insurance cover including health, travel and life assurance. We are committed to the health of our staff, especially in these challenging times, and have developed a programme of wellbeing that includes flexible and hybrid working, additional leave allowances, wellbeing days, mindfulness coaching and access to independent and confidential counselling.
• GAIN also has a strong commitment to professional development. We will support you to grow in your career through both formal and informal training, and are committed to providing opportunities through internal recruitment, secondments, and promotion. All of this is delivered in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Our working culture and environment
• We provide a flexible working environment that includes a combination of home and office working opportunities through our global hybrid working policy. This encourages our staff to have a healthy work-life balance and increases staff motivation, enriches employee wellbeing, and improves performance and productivity.
• All of our positions are based in one or more of GAIN’s designated offices as stated on our job advertisements. Successful candidates will be based in one of GAIN’s country offices and must have the existing right to live and work within a reasonably commutable distance of the relevant city / cities in which the role is advertised. Please note, that GAIN does not sponsor working visas and relocations.
• GAIN reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment for candidates who are considered to ineligible under the above conditions during or after the recruitment process.
• Applicants must have the right to work and be currently based in the advertised country location, to be eligible to apply for this position.
• This advert closes on 4th July 2025. Early applications are encouraged. GAIN reserves the right to close this advert early should we receive suitable candidates ahead of the closing date.
• The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition is committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued. We are keen to reflect the diversity of our society at every level within our organisation and therefore welcome applications from talented and committed people from all backgrounds, representing the diverse societies we operate in.
• Our core values
• GAIN is committed to equality of opportunity and to eliminating discrimination. All staff are expected to follow GAIN Values
• Our commitment to safeguarding
• GAIN is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment where all staff, volunteers, and job applicants are treated with dignity and respect. We are also committed to safeguarding the communities we work with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, exploitation and abuse of power or trust.
• Safeguarding is integral to our recruitment practices, and we have robust procedures in place to prevent any form of harm, abuse, or discrimination. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, all successful candidates will undergo thorough background checks and vetting procedures, which can include references, criminal records and terrorist finance checks where applicable, in accordance with our Safeguarding Policy.
• We provide comprehensive training and support to our staff and volunteers and associates to raise awareness of safeguarding issues and ensure they are equipped to recognise and respond to concerns effectively.
• By applying for a position with GAIN, you agree to uphold our safeguarding principles and contribute to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all individuals.
HOW TO APPLY
Please follow the application instructions provided in the full job description above.
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