Director – Finance and Administration

at African Initiatives for Relief and Development
Location Kampala, Uganda
Date Posted January 2, 2024
Category Management
Job Type FULL_TIME
Currency UGX

Description

Analyze and present financial reports in an accurate and timely manner; develop financial reporting materials for all donor segments and oversee all financial, project/program and grants accounting.
Coordinate, lead and timely complete the annual external audit process and report; liaise with external auditors and the finance committee of the board of directors.
Provide support to the finance committee on the Board of Directors.
Human Resources

Manage and oversee AIRD’s human resources (HR) functions, including: recruitment and hiring; benefits administration and oversight; new employee orientation, timely completion of annual staff performance assessment process and employee retention strategies.
Develop AIRD’s human resources capacity as the organization scales, enhancing professional development, compensation and benefits, performance evaluation, work force development, succession planning, training, and recruiting.
Ensure that recruiting processes are consistent and streamlined.
Establish and manage a comprehensive training program to educate employees regarding staff policies and procedures.
Work closely and transparently with all external partners, including third-party vendors, consultants, partners, donors. Government and auditors.
Information Technology

Oversee AIRD’s outsourced, cloud-based IT partner to ensure ongoing maintenance and quality of IT systems and infrastructure and to monitor performance against contract.
Manage and track organizational needs for computer hardware and software, procuring new equipment as needed.
Collaborate with CEO to ensure successful implementation, and ongoing management, of ERP system and platform for overall AIRD end to end business work flow management, including logistics, fundraising, program and finance.
Legal

Oversee risk management and legal activities, including business insurance; memorandums of agreement; contracts; leases, and other legal documents and agreements.
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including respective Government
Strategy and Business Development

Work in partnership with CEO and SMT to implement new strategic initiatives in response to an increasing demand for AIRD’s services.
Work in partnership with CEO and SMT to develop strategic plan for AIRD, including developing multiyear corporate strategy, country strategic plans, and annual business plan; Provide financial and operational input for all strategic planning processes.
Partner with CEO and SMT to represent AIRD with key stakeholders, including funders, the media, government, academic institutions, community organizations, and volunteers.
Systems and Processes (ERP)–

Contribute to the improvement of ERP system, tools, templates, and off-system applications.
Lead on ERP business support training for country teams - this includes providing training and capacity.
Take lead in building for country teams, policies, procedures, and support systems for