Finance Lead

Introduction

Luigi Giussani Foundation (LGF), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is proposing to implement the Leaders in Teaching (LIT) program, a flagship initiative designed to transform secondary education in Uganda by addressing barriers to quality teaching and learning, with a particular emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects. Designed to further Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works Strategy, the LIT program aims at strengthening Uganda’s secondary education system to better equip young people, particularly young women, with the skills, knowledge, and competencies needed to access dignified livelihoods and fulfilling work.

About Mastercard Foundation and Young Africa Works Program

The Mastercard Foundation is a global foundation based in Toronto, Canada, with several offices in Africa. The Mastercard Foundation seeks a world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and prosper. One of the largest foundations in the world, the Mastercard Foundation works with visionary organizations to enable young people in Africa to access dignified and fulfilling work. Currently, the Mastercard Foundation is implementing a 10-year strategy, Young Africa Works, which seeks to enable 30 million young people in Africa (70% young women) to secure dignified and fulfilling work by the year 2030.

About Luigi Giussani Foundation

Luigi Giussani Foundation (LGF) is an indigenous for-impact organisation that has been at the forefront of responding to responding to educational challenges in Uganda through research and capacity building. Based in Luzira, Kampala, LGF implements programs in the following thematic areas: Teacher Professional Development, Life Skills and Values Enhancement, Foundational Learning and School Culture, and Leadership and Management. All these programs are delivered with an emphasis on Gender Transformative Education, Climate and Environment Education, Agency and Wellbeing, Research and Learning and Advocacy and Partnerships as cross-cutting issues.

Objectives of the LIT Program

The LIT Program aims to transform Uganda’s secondary education into an innovative, quality, and relevant education system that enables students to advance in education and transition into the workforce by 2030. The 5-year (2025-2030) LIT program is designed to deliver four key outcomes, namely 1) Elevated status of the teaching profession; 2) Improved teaching and learning practices in secondary schools; 3) School leaders increasingly adopt effective leadership practices; and 4) Motivated secondary education teaching workforce.

The key interventions for the LIT program include piloting the recruitment of passionate young people into the teaching profession, training STEM teachers, strengthening school leadership, and elevating teachers’ professional status in Uganda. It will focus on developing inclusive, gender-responsive, and innovative delivery of STEM courses and addressing barriers to teacher capacity, particularly in rural areas.

To enhance the program’s impact, LGF seeks to recruit;

Job title: Finance Lead
Reports to: Director of Finance & Operations
Duty Station: Kampala
Employment Type: Fulltime
Job Summary
The Finance Lead will oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the program, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. The person will be responsible for preparing financial reports and supporting budget management. Working closely with the program teams, the Finance Lead will ensure the financial integrity and transparency of the program’s operations while contributing to financial planning and auditing processes.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring the accuracy of financial data and compliance with internal and donor requirements.
• Process payments and ensure that all financial transactions are documented and classified according to LGF’s accounting policies and budget lines.
• Perform bank reconciliations, ensuring that all financial transactions are properly recorded and aligned with bank statements.
• Ensure financial processes comply with LGF and donor policies and procedures.
• Prepare and manage invoicing processes for vendors and service providers, ensuring timely payments and correct coding of expenses.
• Prepare documentation for audits and internal reviews, ensuring that financial transactions are transparent and comply with audit requirements.
• Prepare and monitor the program’s budget, including tracking expenditures and identifying any variances.
• Maintain and organize all financial documentation, including receipts, invoices, payment vouchers, and other supporting documents for financial transactions.
• Provide financial training and support to program staff and partners to ensure understanding of financial procedures, reporting requirements, and effective use of financial resources.
• Provide regular financial reports and analysis to support program management, including budget monitoring, variance analysis, and financial forecasts.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• Professional certification (ACCA, CPA) is required
• Over (5) five years of experience in accounting or financial management, ideally within the donor-funded sector
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance standards
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
Preferred Attributes
• Experience working on large-scale education or development programs
• Familiarity with financial systems and accounting software
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and address financial discrepancies
• A proactive attitude towards ensuring financial compliance and efficiency
• Strong interpersonal skills

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Academic Documents in a single PDF document to hr@lgfug.org by June 6, 2025. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line.