European Union EU Project Jobs – Accounts Officer at Sawlog Production Grant Scheme (SPGS)

Job Title: Accounts
Officer
Organisation: Ministry
of Water and Environment (MWE)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Funding Source: European
Union, Government of Norway and Government of Uganda
Project Name: Sawlog
Production Grant Scheme (SPGS)
Reports to: Finance and
Administration Manager
About SPGS:
Sawlog Production Grant Scheme
(SPGS) is a Government of Uganda Project funded by the European Union,
Government of Norway and Government of Uganda. It is implemented by Ministry of
Water and Environment (MWE).
The program supports private
sector investors in commercial tree planting throughout Uganda by offering
conditional planting and Maintenance grants as well as practical training and
technical support in various techniques to establish and maintain profitable
forest plantations. Since 2004, SPGS has supported over 40,000 hectares of
plantations established primarily for timber production.
Job Summary: The
Accounts Officer will support the Finance and Administration Manager in  administering and managing daily accounting
and finance functions including the timely recording of transactions, cash
management, banking, inventory, receivables and payables. The job demands
rigorous and careful attention to routine systems and procedures and complete
integrity at all times.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

  • The
    ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting)
    degree or equivalent from a recognized University
  • Possession
    of Part ACCA or CPA will be an advantage
  • A
    minimum of three years’ experience in an accounting position in an EU
    funded project is essential for this position
  • Proven
    experience in finance accounting with sound knowledge of financial
    principles will be an advantage.
How to Apply: 
All candidates should send their applications must be accompanied with recent
CV detailing work experience, present position, current remuneration,
professional and educational qualifications, and age. Applicants must also
include contact details (telephone and email) of three (3) referees. Please
send to;
The Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Water and Environment,
Old Port Bell Road,
Luzira. Kampala Uganda
Address:
Plot 92 Luthuli Avenue
Bugolobi, Kampala
P.O. Box 5244 Kampala, Uganda
Phone: +256 (0) 31 226 5332/3
Fax: +256 (0) 31 226 5334     
Deadline: Friday, 11th April, 2014 by 5.00 pm

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