Finance Coordinator (National Position)

Job DescriptionJob Title: Finance Coordinator (national position)Reporting to: Country DirectorContract Type: 12 months renewable, Full time, national contractPrincipal Location: Kampala, UgandaDeadline for application: 25th June 2026About Street ChildStreet Child believes that every child deserves the chance to be safe, in school and learning. Our projects focus on a combination of education, child protection and livelihood support to address the social, economic, and structural issues that underpin today's education crisis. We partner with governments, UN agencies, local organizations and communities to deliver locally rooted programmes, using evidence to drive learning and the refinement and scale-up of programmes to create maximum impact for the most children at the lowest cost. We pride ourselves on delivering results in the world's toughest places.Street Child in Uganda: Street Child has been working in Uganda since 2018, supporting refugee and host communities through integrated education, child protection and livelihoods programming. Working closely with local partners, communities and government institutions, Street Child supports children to access quality education, improve learning outcomes and remain safe and protected. Our programmes are implemented through a strong localisation approach, with national organisations playing a central role in programme delivery.Part 1: Role Purpose:The Finance Coordinator will support the financial management of Street Child Uganda, ensuring strong financial systems, effective financial controls, accurate reporting, and compliance with Street Child and donor requirements.The role will work closely with the Country Director, programme teams, local partners and the Regional Finance Manager to ensure that financial systems are efficient, transparent and compliant. This includes oversight of financial planning, accounting, cash management, budgeting, donor reporting, procurement compliance, infrastructure project financial management and partner financial oversight.Given Street Child Uganda's localisation approach, the role places particular emphasis on financial oversight, monitoring and capacity strengthening of national implementing partners. The Finance Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring that partner financial systems and practices meet both donor and organisational requirements while contributing to sustainable organisational development.The role will also support proposal development, audit processes, financial risk management and continuous improvement of financial systems and controls.Part 2: Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Responsibilities: Comply with Street Child policies, procedures, and financial standards Ensure strong financial governance and accountability across operations Support programme teams to deliver activities in line with approved budgets Contribute to organisational learning, planning, and reporting Uphold high standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism Specific Responsibilities:a. Financial Management & Accounting Ensure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactionsMaintain accounting systems, ledgers and supporting documentationMonitor cash and bank balances to ensure adequate liquidity for programme implementationManage cash flow planning and monthly fund requestsEnsure all financial records are complete, accurate and audit-readyReview and process payments in accordance with Street Child policies and delegated authority levelsMaintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with financial proceduresEnsure all financial documentation is properly filed and securely maintained b. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning Support development of country and project budgetsWork closely with programme teams to ensure realistic and cost-effective budgetingMonitor expenditure against approved budgets and provide regular variance analysisPrepare monthly budget monitoring reports for management reviewSupport budget revisions, realignments and donor budget modification processesContribute to financial forecasting and cash flow planningSupport proposal development through preparation and review of project budgets c. Financial Reporting & Donor Compliance Prepare accurate and timely internal and donor financial reportsEnsure compliance with donor regulations, grant agreements and Street Child financial policiesMonitor project expenditure against donor-approved budgetsSupport programme teams in understanding and meeting donor financial requirementsMaintain strong financial controls and ensure adherence to organisational proceduresSupport donor audits, financial reviews and verification exercisesEnsure all supporting documentation meets donor audit standard d. Partner Financial Management & Capacity Strengthening Provide financial oversight and support to local implementing partnersReview partner budgets, financial reports and supporting documentationConduct partner financial monitoring visits, spot checks and compliance assessmentsSupport partner financial due diligence and organisational capacity assessmentsIdentify financial management and compliance risks within partner organisations and recommend corrective actionsProvide mentoring, coaching and training to partner finance and programme staffSupport partners to strengthen financial systems, controls, reporting and compliance practicesEnsure partner compliance with donor regulations and Street Child requirementsSupport partner audits and follow-up on audit findings and recommendations e. Procurement, Infrastructure & Financial Controls Support procurement processes to ensure compliance with Street Child policies and donor requirementsReview procurement documentation and payment requests for completeness and complianceSupport value-for-money assessments and cost-efficiency measuresReview contractor payments against approved contracts, bills of quantities, completion certificates and supporting documentationMonitor financial performance of school construction, rehabilitation and infrastructure projectsSupport financial monitoring and spot checks of infrastructure activitiesEnsure proper documentation and filing of procurement and construction recordsSupport asset management and inventory verification processes f. Payroll, Tax & Statutory Compliance Coordinate monthly payroll processing and ensure accuracy and timelinessEnsure compliance with Ugandan tax legislation and statutory requirementsEnsure timely payment of PAYE, NSSF and other statutory obligationsSupport management of staff benefits and related financial processesMaintain compliance with all relevant financial and regulatory requirements g. Systems Strengthening & Team Support Coordinate internal, donor and external audit processesEnsure timely implementation of audit recommendationsSupport identification, assessment and mitigation of financial risksStrengthen financial systems, procedures and controls across the country programmeProvide guidance and support to staff on financial policies and proceduresSupport onboarding and training of staff on finance and compliance requirementsPromote continuous improvement in financial management practices and systemsSupport financial aspects of organisational growth, proposal development and new programme start-up processes Part 3: Person SpecificationEducation / QualificationsEssential Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldProfessional accounting qualification (or working towards one) DesirableFully qualified accountant (ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)Experience and KnowledgeEssential Minimum 5 years' experience in finance roles, preferably in an NGO or development contextStrong experience in financial management, budgeting, and reportingExperience managing multi-project or multi-donor budgetsExperience working with financial systems and large datasets Desirable Experience with donor-funded programmes (e.g. UN, EU, institutional donors)Experience working with local partners and capacity strengtheningExperience in humanitarian or complex operating environments Skills and AbilitiesEssential Strong financial analysis and problem-solving skillsHigh attention to detail and accuracyStrong organisational and time management skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple priorities Desirable Advanced Excel skillsExperience with accounting software Other Strong commitment to child safeguarding and protection Flexible, proactive, and solutions-oriented Street Child's commitment to SafeguardingStreet Child is committed to the safeguarding and protection of the communities we serve, our partners, our volunteers, and our staff.As part of this commitment to safeguarding, all offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate background checks, including a Criminal Records check.Street Child also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. For purposes hereof, the following definitions will be used:Sexual exploitation: refers to any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, a power differential, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, among other things, with the aim of profiting pecuniarily, socially, or politically from the sexual exploitation of another.Sexual abuse: refers to actual physical harm or threat of physical harm, of a sexual nature, which may occur by force, or in situations of inequality, or coercive conditions.To apply:Street Child welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Please submit your CV and cover letter here:Female applications are particularly encouraged.<

• Comply with Street Child policies, procedures, and financial standards • Ensure strong financial governance and accountability across operations • Support programme teams to deliver activities in line with approved budgets • Contribute to organisational learning, planning, and reporting • Uphold high standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism • Ensure timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions • Maintain accounting systems, ledgers and supporting documentation • Monitor cash and bank balances to ensure adequate liquidity for programme implementation • Manage cash flow planning and monthly fund requests • Ensure all financial records are complete, accurate and audit-ready • Review and process payments in accordance with Street Child policies and delegated authority levels • Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with financial procedures • Ensure all financial documentation is properly filed and securely maintained • Support development of country and project budgets • Work closely with programme teams to ensure realistic and cost-effective budgeting