Research Officer Job Vacancies – Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAU)

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Job Title:   Research Officer  

Organisation: Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAU)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Head of Education & Training

 

About US:

Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAU) is the national professional accountancy body in Uganda, established by The Accountants Act.  It has the legal mandate to regulate and maintain the Standard of Accountancy in Uganda; to prescribe and regulate the conduct of accountants and practising accountants in Uganda; as well as conduct professional accountancy examinations in Uganda.

 

Job Summary:  The Research Officer will steer the research agenda of the Institute.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Identifies areas of research in consultation with head of section.
  • Identifies sources of funding, prepare research proposals and submit funding applications.
  • Performs critical literature review and identify gaps in identified areas of research.
  • Plans and performs experiments and surveys.
  • Coordinates survey requests of IFAC and other entities.
  • Carries out quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
  • Interprets data, analyses it and draws inferences and conclusions.
  • Collaborates with research teams, industry stakeholders, government and international agencies.
  • Coordinates presentation of research results to the Committee/ Management/Council and other stakeholders.
  • Maintains accurate record of data collection results, tools and findings in accordance with the Institute’s policy.
  • Carries out any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Education and Training.

 


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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Master’s degree
  • Certified Public Accountant qualification is an advantage.
  • At least three (3) years of research experience.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High level of personal organisation.
  • Ability to work without close supervision.
  • Calm and confident attitude.
  • Have a curious mind.
  • Determined personality.
  • Smart appearance.
  • Ability to adapt quickly to different situations.
  • Analytical ability and foresight.
  • Ability to work in a team and independently.
  • Ability to handle confidential issues.
  • Have a good command of the English language (both spoken and written).
  • Have excellent communication and computer skills.
  • Have good interpersonal skills.
  • Have analytical and problem–solving skills.
  • Highly creative, innovative, adaptable and have a passion for quality.

 

Competency         

  • Organising and execution of work (III)
  • Organisation awareness (II)
  • Supporting and co-operating (III)
  • Interacting and presenting (III)

 

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join the Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAU) should apply online at the link below.

 

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Deadline: 27th January 2023

 

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