Reports to: Regional Representative
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Background: The John HopkinsBloomberg School for Public Health Center for Communication Programs (CCP) is a pioneer in the field of strategic, research based communication for behavior change and health promotion that has helped transform the theory and practice of public health. CCP Regional office in Kampala is looking for a Finance Manager.
Job Summary:
The primary responsibility of this position is to provide professional and technical financial and administrative services for the CCP Regional Office. This position requires a person with integrity, who is technically competent in the areas of budgeting, accounting, financial management and reporting, office administration, and
setting up financial systems. The person should have the capacity to set up and orient staff and subgrantees to CCP's financial systems and procedures, as well as donor financial regulations. For a detailed job description please email Justine atjustinek@hcpuganda.org
Job requirement
Qualifications:
A Bachelors Degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Business Administration OR completed professional qualification in ACCA, CPA, and CIMA. A Masters degree in the above-mentioned fields or Post Graduate Diploma in Finance Management will be an added advantage. Computer literate with hands-on experience in use of accounting packages, especially QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel. Familiarity with US government financial management procedures and policies a plus.
Essential Skills:
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting and Auditing Principles and laws, rules and regulations related to accounting. Ability to plan, organize, implement, evaluate and modify financial programs, informational support systems and processes. Ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities, and to observe and work under strict deadlines.
How to apply
Please deliver CVs/copies of academic transcripts/testimonials and three professional referees to: CCP office, Plot 15 Blnayomba Avenue, Bugolobi, opposite Ambrossoli International School and Royal Suites, Attn HR Manager. Please on the envelope indicate the position you are applying for. The closing date for applications will be Wednesday, August 3rd 2011, 5:00pm.