Project Finance Officer – Inclusive Markets for Energy Efficiency in Uganda at SNV

Kampala, Arua, Uganda -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Management, Financial Accounting, Financial Planning, Reporting, Budget Development, Data Analysis, Teamwork, Communication, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Integrity, Result Orientation, Service Minded, Time Management, Regulatory Compliance, Project Finance

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Company Description SNV is a mission-driven global development partner, rooted in the contexts and societies where we work. Inspired by the transformational principles and objectives set out by the SDGs, we are committed to building resilient agri-food systems that deliver food security and adequate nutrition; to increasing the reliability and availability of water and sanitation at an acceptable quantity and quality; and to improving access to affordable and sustainable energy for all. In doing so, we aim to strengthen institutions, markets and effective governance within and across the agri-food, energy, and water sectors, reducing gender inequalities and barriers to social inclusion, and enabling adaptation and mitigation to the climate and biodiversity crises. We are one team of over 1,600 people, the vast majority of whom come from the contexts where we work, in more than 20 countries in Africa and Asia. In Uganda SNV operates through a decentralised approach with a country office in Kampala and regional offices in Fort Portal, Lira, Jinja and Rukungiri. SNV implements donor-funded activities across more than 100 districts in Uganda, ensuring broad and diverse impact. Our core values of people-centeredness and respect, equity and equality, and diversity and inclusion, are fundamental to who we are, and what we do. This is reflected in our vision and mission, and strategy, which sets out our aspirations and commitments as our compass towards 2030. For more information on our operations in Uganda and SNV visit our website: www.snv.org. Project information The Inclusive Markets for Energy Efficiency (EE) in Uganda Phase 2 (IMEU-II) is a consortium-implemented project led by SNV in partnership with Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) and Makerere University, College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT). The project aims to improve the livelihoods of households and increase the resilience and competitiveness of businesses and Social Institutions (SI) through the scaled adoption of EE technologies and practices Project Objectives The specific objectives include: i) Create a strong, diverse, and sustainable Supply ecosystem for quality EE products and services. ii) Increase access to EE products and services for businesses, households, and institutions, and iii) strengthen the policy, regulatory, and institutional framework for the growth of EE markets. Job Purpose The Finance Officer provides financial administration oversight to the Strategic Partnership programme and the country programmes which sit under it. He/she supports the project’s finance function. He/she focuses on a correct and exhaustive project finance, reported in a timely manner, which is compliant to SNV policies and procedures as well as donor procedures, regulations and guidelines. The Finance Officer checks, executes, consolidates and reports on financial and non-financial data in the project. Ensures the stability and transparency of the overall project finances, to be compliant to SNV’s corporate financial guidelines and procedures as well as donor requirements, accounting and reporting regulations. Job Description Responsibilities Financial Advice and Information Provide (non) requested financial data, analyse and advice to relevant internal and external parties as input for further decision-making and handling. Give advice, balancing project interests, relevant regulation, corporate standards and guidelines, considering the project set-up with the donor and in line with business requirements and SNV’s corporate financial guidelines and regulations. Financial Accounting and Administration Execute, check and consolidate all necessary activities to assure complete and correct allocation of costs and time. Ensure that internal- and external reporting are aligned to financial regulations, SNV financial standards and guidelines and donor requirements. Assist in the management of intercompany projects Financial Planning and Control Support in being compliant to internal- and external procedures, regulations and SNV and donor guidelines regarding the financial administration of project operations. If applicable execute or support in execution of all financial related activities within the project (annual budgeting process, periodic forecasting, support control, monitoring and auditing). Reporting Provide (input for) financial reports and analysis, to provide insight in the overall project and project financial status to the donor to safeguard financial performance, profitability and to estimate financial risks and take precautions. Ensure correct, exhaustive reporting to donors within agreed timelines, in line with donor and SNV financial guidelines. Business Development Assist in development of budgets in proposals up to budget value of the set threshold. Take the lead or support in the financial part of a proposal from start to submission by developing, reviewing and refining budgets in line with full cost recovery policy, donor requirements, Finance-Human Resources- and Business Development policies and procedures. Support the registration of financial data (coherence of data) in diverse information systems. Qualifications Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting. A minimum of 6 years in finance management. Financial professional, with strong knowledge in finance and full understanding of the core finance, business processes and accounting for projects and at corporate country level. A self-motivated person with good attitude, teamwork, communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and effectively within tight deadlines. Advanced proficiency in Excel. Additional Information Additional requirements Attention to detail: The ability to effectively and consistently process detailed information. Controlling progress: The ability to control the progress of employees’ processes, tasks, activities and of one’s own work and responsibilities. Service minded: The ability to be of service, driven to quickly and adequately execute tasks for others. Integrity: Adherence to the standards, values and rules of conduct associated with one’s position and the culture in which one operates. Being incorruptible. Result orientation: The ability to take direct action in order to attain or exceed objectives. How to apply If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English. Deadline is Tuesday 9th December 2025. Working at SNV We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an international global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org. NB: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement.

Responsibilities

The Finance Officer provides financial administration oversight to the Strategic Partnership programme and supports the project’s finance function. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with financial regulations, reporting, and assisting in budget development.