The Youth Social Advocacy Team (YSAT), a refugee-led non-profit organization, is currently recruiting a Project Finance Officer to oversee the financial management of its OCHA-funded Refugee Response Programme. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial transactions, monitoring budgets, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. YSAT's core mandate is to support conflict-affected youth by addressing barriers to accessing quality education, sustainable livelihoods, and root causes of violent conflicts for refugees and vulnerable host communities.
The Project Finance Officer will be based in Kampala, Uganda, and will play a critical role in ensuring the financial sustainability of YSAT's Refugee Response Programme. The programme operates in Rhino Camp, Imvepi, and Bidibidi, and the successful candidate will be required to work closely with various stakeholders, including OCHA, to ensure compliance with financial regulations and guidelines. The position requires a strong understanding of financial management principles, as well as experience working with refugee-led organizations.
To qualify for the position, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field. Additionally, a minimum of three years of relevant experience in financial management of humanitarian or development programmes is required. Demonstrated prior experience managing OCHA-funded projects and practical experience using OCHA OneGMS for financial management, reporting, and budget monitoring are also mandatory.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing project financial information and reporting within OCHA OneGMS, ensuring accurate and timely entry, updating, and reconciliation. They will also prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and donor financial reports showing expenditure, commitments, balances, and variances. Furthermore, the Project Finance Officer will process project payments for staff, suppliers, service providers, and participants in accordance with YSAT procedures and OCHA guidelines.
The Project Finance Officer will also be responsible for maintaining complete and orderly financial files for all project transactions, ensuring readiness for OCHA financial reviews and audits. They will monitor budget utilization and burn rates across FSL, WASH, Protection, and MEAL activities, and provide financial insights to inform programme decision-making. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills will be required to identify and address any financial discrepancies or issues.
YSAT is a refugee-led non-profit organization that aims to support conflict-affected youth in displaced settings. The organization's programmes focus on addressing barriers to accessing quality education, sustainable livelihoods, and root causes of violent conflicts. The Project Finance Officer will play a critical role in ensuring the financial sustainability of YSAT's programmes and contributing to the organization's overall mission.
Interested applicants can apply online for the Project Finance Officer position on the Youth Social Advocacy Team's website. The deadline for applications is October 14, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further interviews. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team of professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of conflict-affected youth.
Key points
- The Youth Social Advocacy Team is seeking a Project Finance Officer with a minimum of three years of experience in financial management of humanitarian or development programmes.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day financial transactions, monitoring budgets, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for the OCHA-funded Refugee Response Programme.
- The position requires a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field, as well as practical experience using OCHA OneGMS for financial management, reporting, and budget monitoring.
