Summary
Date Posted: Monday, November 18, 2019 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Background:
Heifer Project International (Heifer) is a leading International development organization working to end hunger and poverty while caring for the earth. Heifer's work is focused on improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and building resilience among local communities. FOT 75 years now, the “Teach a man to fish" philosophy continues to inspire Heifer International's work to end world hunger and poverty once and for all and has transformed the lives of millions. Heifer has set 115 million men, women and children on a path toward living income, an income sufficient for a decent standard of living and by so doing, Heifer is moving entire communities along the path from hunger and poverty to greater resilience. At Heifer, we believe that the collective power of economic development, food security and nutrition, and environmental sustainability can empower small-scale farmers on the path to living incomes. When those components are multiplied by the positive impacts of gender equality and social capital, communities achieve greater resilience and a sustainable reduction in hunger and poverty. Heifer International Uganda is currently seeking to fill the vacant position below. Heifer International is currently seeking to fill three (3) vacant positions for the East Africa Youth Inclusion Program (EAYIP). This is a five (5) year program currently in year four (4) of implementation. The program that focuses on increasing incomes through enterprise development and youth employment in the Eastern and Central regions of Uganda.
Contrad Duration: 21 Months Job Summary: The Finance and Compliance officer will be responsible for all aspects of financial and compliance management of the East Africa Youth Inclusion Project (EAYIP). S/he will work collaboratively with Tanzania and Uganda country team to ensure compliance with HPI internal policies and procedures as well as donor regulations. Under the direction of the Program Director, S/he will be responsible for financial and compliance functions including; perform and report on internal controls, financial monitoring and capacity building, budgeting, Donor reporting, sub grant financial management and support the Program Department. This position will provide timely reports and assistance to the Director of Finance and the Program team to ensure that financial resources are used efficiently and effectively. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration majoring in Accounting or its recognized equivalent, and 5-6 year's relevant experience.

Job Responsibilities: Not Specified

Job Skills: Not Specified

Job Qualifications:
• Full ACCA, CPA or any other relevant professional qualification is an advantage
• MS/MA degree in Accounting, Finance and Business
• Administration or its recognized equivalent.,
• At least 6 years of experience at senior level in the field of financial, administrative, compliance and contract management, of which at least 5 years should be specifically supporting international donor funded projects
• Experience in large grant management and reporting through Foundations, bilateral and multilateral donors

Job Education Requirements: Not Specified

Job Experience Requirements: Not Specified

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Job application procedure
For detailed job descriptions and to apply, please go to https://jobs.jobvite.com/heifer/ . Deadline: Friday, 29th November 2019

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