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Compliance Officer Role in Uganda

Job Announcement

The University Research Company (URC) has announced a job opening for a Compliance Officer to support the USAID Uganda Health Activity (UHA). The successful candidate will be based in Kampala, Uganda and will report directly to the Compliance Advisor.

Program Overview

The purpose of UHA is to strengthen the quality and availability of healthcare services in seven priority regions across Uganda. The program aims to improve health system resilience at various levels, including:

  • Regional
  • District
  • Facility
  • Community

Job Responsibilities

As a Compliance Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with:

  • USAID regulations
  • URC-CHS policies and procedures
  • Government of Uganda regulations and laws

Key responsibilities include:

  • Reviewing project operating procedures, program implementation protocols, and all payments to assess/audit financial transactions made to subcontractors, grantees, and other procurements.
  • Conducting reviews and audits to ensure compliance with USAID regulations, URC-CHS policies and procedures, and Government of Uganda regulations and laws.

Requirements

The ideal candidate should have:

  • A degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
  • At least three years of experience in compliance, audit, contracting, and grants
  • ACCA or CPA qualifications
  • Registration as a member of the ICPAU
  • Experience working with USAID-funded projects
  • Experience using computerized financial management systems such as QuickBooks (an added advantage)

Skills and Qualities

The successful candidate should also have:

  • Excellent documentation, communication, management, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Previous experience working with URC or other US Government agencies (desirable)

Salary and Benefits

This full-time position comes with a competitive salary package and benefits.

Application Information

The University Research Company is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.