Jobs at Sawlog Production Grant Scheme

Job Title: Finance & Administration Manager

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 Finance & Administration Manager will provide oversight of the Finance and Administration Function. Some of the key duties include keeping the Project Management Unit and staff abreast of the status of the project finances. The F&M Manager also supports the development of project budgets, managing the project budgets, ensuring frugality, budget control and value for money. The jobholder also supervises the accountant and all other administrative staff.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree in Commerce from a recognized University
Additional full professional qualification ACCA or CPA
At least five years’ working on EDF funded project with clear understanding of the Practical guide procedures
Preferably, the ideal candidate should have five years’ experience in a management and / or administrative position in an EU funded project is essential
Excellent analytical skills
Proactive, creative, able to innovate alternative solutions with original thought
Highly stress resilient – able to cope with deadlines and multi-task
Ability to work as part of a team and as team leader
Highly well-organized and flexible with the ability to work independently and take on additional responsibilities when required
Excellent computer literacy skills: Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, databases, etc.
Reliable, self-motivated with ability to work in a team and form productive, supportive and professional relationships with all colleagues and stakeholders

How to apply for the job:
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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