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Compliance Officer Role Emphasizes Importance of Governance in Ugandan Non-Profit Sector

Kampala, Uganda - A Critical Role in Robust Governance

The role of a Compliance Officer has become increasingly crucial in Uganda’s non-profit sector, with organizations like the Uganda Development and Health Associates (UDHA) recognizing the importance of robust governance and compliance practices.

Key Responsibilities

The Compliance Officer position at UDHA is responsible for ensuring that all financial and operational activities within the organization are in compliance with country law, donor rules and regulations, and UDHA policies and standards. The ideal candidate will have:

  • A university degree in Accounting/Finance/Auditing
  • Three years of post-qualification experience in Compliance / Finance/ Auditing

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Conducting verification of internal controls and compliance of all financial and operational functions, including but not limited to:
    • HR
    • Procurement
    • Finance
    • Administration
  • Providing mentoring and monitoring support to UDHA partners in coordination with program teams
  • Developing and implementing an effective risk, control, and compliance system
  • Reviewing field activities, including payments, accountabilities, and vehicle log books
  • Performing independent financial verification on a range of field activities

Requirements

The role also requires:

  • Excellent analytical, financial management, and evaluation skills
  • Extensive computer knowledge in:
    • Microsoft Excel
    • Word
    • PowerPoint
    • QuickBooks
  • Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment
  • Strong project management skills

Job Application

UDHA is seeking a candidate who can:

  • Establish internal policy compliance monitoring mechanisms
  • Foster a culture of compliance with policies and procedures across the organization
  • Have experience with managing other major international donor funds
  • Work with an international non-profit/non-governmental organization (NGO)

The deadline for applications is December 15, 2021, by 5:00pm. Candidates can submit their detailed application and CV to pila2consultants@gmail.com quoting the position of interest in the subject line.

Statement from UDHA

UDHA emphasized the importance of compliance in the non-profit sector, saying that “robust governance and compliance practices are essential for building trust with donors, stakeholders, and the communities we serve.” The organization is committed to empowering its employees to manage their health and development needs, and sees the Compliance Officer role as critical to achieving this goal.