Programme Finance Officer job at Christian Blind Mission (CBM)

About CBM

CBM (registered as CBM Christoffel-Blindenmission Christian Blind Mission e.V.) is an international development organisation committed to improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities in the persons communities of the world. Based on our Christian values and more than 100 years of professional expertise, we address poverty as a cause and a consequence of disability. We work in partnership to create an inclusive society for all.

To reinforce our Uganda team, we are looking for a Programme Finance Officer.

The position is a position with 37.5 hours a week.

This position is only filled locally. With contractual conditions of Uganda. An expatriation is not intended.

These are your responsibilities

1. Core purpose

The Programme Finance Officer will ensure sound financial management, compliance, and accountability of the ECO-Food Uganda Project. The role involves supporting implementing partners (CEFORD, NUDIPU, and C&D) in financial planning, monitoring, and reporting in line with CBM and donor (AICS) standards. The position plays a critical role in safeguarding project resources, promoting financial integrity, and ensuring value for money.

2. Main Tasks

Financial Management and Compliance

• Ensure that project financial management adheres to CBM, AICS, and statutory regulations.
• Review and consolidate partner financial reports and ensure timely submission with supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the project, including expenditure tracking against approved budgets.
• Monitor partner compliance with grant agreements, donor rules, and CBM internal control policies.
• Conduct periodic financial monitoring visits to partners and provide feedback for improvement.

Budgeting and Financial Planning.

• Support the CBM Italy Programs Finance Manager | Portfolio, Uganda, and Project Coordinator in the preparation of project budgets, forecasts, and work plans.
• Monitor budget utilization and provide variance analysis to guide financial decision-making.
• Participate in quarterly financial review meetings with program and partner teams.
• Ensure project cash flow management aligns with implementation needs and donor disbursement schedules.

Capacity Building and Partner Support

• Build the capacity of implementing partners in financial management, internal controls, and donor reporting.
• Provide technical support in developing and improving partner accounting systems and documentation processes.
• Support partners in preparing for external and internal audits, ensuring timely responses to audit recommendations.
• Prepare accurate, timely financial reports for submission to CBM Germany/Italy and AICS.
• Collaborate with the Project Coordinator and Programme Manager to align financial reports with narrative performance.
• Maintain an organized filing system (electronic and hard copy) for project financial documentation.
• Support project close-out financial reconciliations and reporting.

Audit and Risk Management

• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation is in place and findings are addressed promptly.
• Identify financial and operational risks, propose mitigation measures, and update the project risk register.
• Promote accountability and transparency in resource utilization across all implementing partners.

These are your qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field.
• A professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in donor-funded project financial management.
• Proven experience working with international NGOs and multi-partner projects.
• Knowledge of AICS, EU, or similar donor financial guidelines.
• Experience in partner capacity building and grant management.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Business Central, Navision, or SAP).
• Excellent Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural environments.

What we offer

A meaningful position with a lot of creative freedom in the world's leading organisation in the field of Disability Inclusive Development

A fair salary and other social benefits based on the local conditions in the country you apply for

An approachable, agile organisation with self-reliant people in a diverse and collegial team and great team spirit

• Ensure that project financial management adheres to CBM, AICS, and statutory regulations.
• Review and consolidate partner financial reports and ensure timely submission with supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for the project, including expenditure tracking against approved budgets.
• Monitor partner compliance with grant agreements, donor rules, and CBM internal control policies.
• Conduct periodic financial monitoring visits to partners and provide feedback for improvement.
• Support the CBM Italy Programs Finance Manager | Portfolio, Uganda, and Project Coordinator in the preparation of project budgets, forecasts, and work plans.
• Monitor budget utilization and provide variance analysis to guide financial decision-making.
• Participate in quarterly financial review meetings with program and partner teams.
• Ensure project cash flow management aligns with implementation needs and donor disbursement schedules.
• Build the capacity of implementing partners in financial management, internal controls, and donor reporting.
• Provide technical support in developing and improving partner accounting systems and documentation processes.
• Support partners in preparing for external and internal audits, ensuring timely responses to audit recommendations.
• Prepare accurate, timely financial reports for submission to CBM Germany/Italy and AICS.
• Collaborate with the Project Coordinator and Programme Manager to align financial reports with narrative performance.
• Maintain an organized filing system (electronic and hard copy) for project financial documentation.
• Support project close-out financial reconciliations and reporting.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring all documentation is in place and findings are addressed promptly.
• Identify financial and operational risks, propose mitigation measures, and update the project risk register.
• Promote accountability and transparency in resource utilization across all implementing partners.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Business Central, Navision, or SAP).
• Excellent Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related field.
• A professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in donor-funded project financial management.
• Proven experience working with international NGOs and multi-partner projects.
• Knowledge of AICS, EU, or similar donor financial guidelines.
• Experience in partner capacity building and grant management.