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Finance Specialist Job Opportunity at International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease
Location: Uganda
The mission of the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) is to bring innovation, expertise, solutions and support to address health challenges in low- and middle-income populations. With nearly 10,000 members and subscribers from 145 countries, The Union is a federation and has its headquarters in Paris and regional and country offices serving the Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, North America and South-East Asia regions. Its scientific departments focus on tuberculosis, HIV, lung health and non-communicable diseases, tobacco control and research. Each department engages in research, provides technical assistance and offers training and other capacity-building activities leading to health solutions for the poor. For more information, please visit our website: www.theunion.org.
Our Mission: The Union brings innovation, expertise, solutions and support to address health challenges in low- and middle- income populations. Our Vision: Health solutions for the poor. Our Values: Quality…we deliver our services and products to the highest possible standards. Accountability…we are responsible stewards of resources and deliver on our commitments. Independence…we maintain the freedom to pursue innovation and are guided by the best evidence to improve the health of the poor. Solidarity…we stand together as one Union to overcome the greatest challenges to improve health among the communities we serve.
Vacancies: The Union has potentially three positions to fill to support a five-year USAID/Uganda National Tuberculosis and Leprosy Control Program (NTLP) in Uganda. The project is expected to be launched in January 2013. Please note that recruitment will depend on The Union’s successful application for funding from USAID/Uganda.
Finance Specialist
The Finance Specialist shall have the following qualifications, skills and experience, necessary to support the meeting of the stated program objectives:
· Master’s Degree or higher in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other relevant field;
· Eight years’ experience in administrative and financial management of large international projects including experience in management of USG projects;
· Familiarity with compliance to Federal Acquisition Regulations;
· Demonstrated experience and skills in developing and managing large budgets;
· Proficient in relevant computer applications and databases;
· Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills;
How to apply:
Applicants interested in applying should send their CV and a cover letter to hr@theunion.org. Closing Date: Thursday, 6 September 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.