Manager, Finance and Operations Director Job Vacancy – Infectious Diseases Institute



Manager, Finance and Operations Director Job Vacancy – Infectious Diseases Institute

Job Title:           Manager, Finance and Operations Director 

Organisation:  Infectious Diseases Institute

Duty Station:  Uganda

Vacancy Bode: DF0X04

About us:

The infectious Diseases institute (IDI) is a Ugandan not-for-profit organisation whose mission is to strengthen health systems in Africa, with strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development. IDI has five operational; areas through which it works to achieve its mission: Prevention, Care and Treatment; Training, Research Laboratory services (including the CAP-certified IDI Core; Lab) and Outreach.

Job Summary: The Finance and Operations Director will be responsible for all finance and operational processes of the PACT-Karamoja Project.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Lead overall project field operations including financial, administrative, procurement, logistics, and human resource responsibilities
  • In coordination with IDI headquarter office, ensure project compliance with USAID and IDI financial procedures, rules, and regulations
  • Manage all field procurements and ensure appropriate approvals are obtained from management prior to making procurements.
  • Ensure the timely submission of financial reports and monthly field expenses
  • Manage payments to vendors and ensure that all paid invoices have supporting documentation, including price quotes per IDI’s and USAID‘s procedures for procurement
  • Develop and implement accounting and reporting systems for project expenditures, and provide guidance and training to project staff and partners on financial procedures
  • Manage project operations including office space, equipment, logistics, and other administrative duties
  • Make logistical arrangements for the team and manage drivers and vehicles

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant business, finance, or international development field
  • Master’s degree preferred
  • Minimum of 7 years in similar financial, compliance, and operational role supporting USG and international donor projects
  • Experience managing the budgeting and financial reporting requirements large USG funded projects
  • Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices, financial reporting standards, financial management processes and procedures
  • Familiarity with USG Federal Acquisition Regulations and USG contracting rules
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare deliverables, including Quarterly and Annual Progress and Financial Reports, Budgets, and other reporting to USAID
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills and ability to solve complex problems
  • Excellent oral and communication skills and therefore ability to prepare clear concise financial and procurement related reports

How to apply:

All interested Candidates that meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in these positions should send their CVs, including details of email address, present position, current remuneration, Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone contact to the stipulated email address . Email your application and CV to hr@idi.co.ug

Key Notes:

  • IDI is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a recruitment fee or any other fees at any stage of the recruitment process
  • Make sure that your application letter, CV and certificates are attached as one Document
  • indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject for your email
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
  • Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

The Senior Human Resource Manager

infectious Diseases Institute – IDI

Knowledge Centre, Makerere University

Main Campus College of Health Sciences,

Makerere University,

P.0. Box 22418, Kampala, Uganda

Deadline:  20th December, 2019.

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