Job Title: Finance Assistant Partner
Accountability
Accountability
Organisation: Danish
Refugee Council (DRC)
Refugee Council (DRC)
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: Country
Finance Coordinator (CFC)
Finance Coordinator (CFC)
About US:
The Danish Refugee Council
(DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all
aspects of the refugee cause in more than 36 countries throughout the world.
The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs)
against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced
migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works
in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for
the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.
(DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all
aspects of the refugee cause in more than 36 countries throughout the world.
The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs)
against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced
migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works
in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for
the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.
Job Summary: The Finance Assistant Partner Accountability
will provide accounting and financial services to the country program in strict
observance of DRC and UNHCR Financial Management guidelines.
will provide accounting and financial services to the country program in strict
observance of DRC and UNHCR Financial Management guidelines.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Render
support in cash management in accordance with DRC accounting procedures.
This includes but it is not limited to the Accounts Payable role,
processing of invoices and receipts after checking the project allocation
with the Project Managers; - Provide
support in bank reconciliation, General Ledger accounts reconciliation,
monthly and yearly financial end closure, - Assist
in the timely tracking and preparation of VAT as well as other regular
administrative reports of the office; - Assist
in the monitoring of the projects’ activities and budget consumption by
providing the Project Managers with periodic reports; verify that the
project specific conditions are reflected in the actual expenses
documentation; - Verify
expense claims ensuring that they comply with the applicable Regulations - Support
the DRC team as needed, with guidance in the preparation of financial
documentation in their area of responsibility; - Prepare
the payment request form when necessary
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The
ideal candidate for the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Finance Assistant
Partner Accountability job placement should hold a Bachelor’s degree in
Bachelor in Business Administration - Professional
experience i.e. ACCA, CPA would be an added advantage - At
least three years of exposure and experience in accounting, financial
reporting and budget tracking. - A
high level of computer literacy is required - Working
flexible hours to engage partners.
Personal Competences:
Behavioral Competencies:
Accountability
- Follows
all relevant procedures, processes, and policies - Meets
deadline, cost, and quality requirements for outputs - Takes
responsibility for meeting commitments and for any shortcomings - Establishes
and maintains effective working relationships with partners
Communication:
- Clearly
communicates, and listens to feedback on, changing priorities and
procedures - Writes
clearly and effectively, adapting wording and style to the intended
audience
Professionalism:
- Identifies
issues, opportunities, and risks central to responsibilities - Works
effectively with people from different cultures by adapting to relevant
cultural contexts - Knowledgeable
about and promotes DRC core mandate and migration solutions - Incorporates
gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal
gender participation
Technical Competencies
- Develops
/ follows internal control procedures to prevent fraud and mismanagement - Effectively
applies knowledge of relevant financial discipline - Ensures
application of institutional financial policies and guidelines
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and
interested candidates should send their applications including;
interested candidates should send their applications including;
- A cover letter (1 page) in which you
explain why you are interested in the position and how you meet the
qualities and qualifications criteria - Concise and accurate CV (maximum 3
pages). The CV should include information about your qualification,
relevant training courses, Work experience, name and contact details of 3
relevant references.
All applications should be sent
to [email protected] clearly indicating position name in the subject
line.
to [email protected] clearly indicating position name in the subject
line.
Deadline: 25th February 2018
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