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ACCOUNTANT

Full time @Office of the Prime Minister posted 7 days ago in Government Email Job

Job Detail

  • Job ID 21805
  • Career Level  Officer
  • Experience  3 Years
  • Gender  Both
  • Industry  Government
  • Qualifications  Degree Bachelor
  • Job Type  Full time

Job Description

The Government of Uganda, through the Office of the Prime Minister, is implementing the Development Response to Displacement Impacts Project Phase II (DRDIP II) and Northern Uganda Social Action Fund IV (NUSAF IV) over a period of six (6) years.

Both projects are World Bank-funded and were launched in the 2025/2026 financial year as complementary pillars of Uganda’s social protection and inclusive development agenda.

Pursuant to Circular Standing Instruction No. 1 of 2026 from the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Public Service, and another from the Permanent Secretary/Secretary to the Treasury harmonizing the remuneration including terms and conditions of service for Project Implementation Units under Development Partner Support Projects, the Office of the Prime Minister has established a Joint Project Implementation Unit (PIU) for DRDIP II and NUSAF IV to coordinate and manage project implementation across the component areas.

The PIU, situated in Kampala with regional offices in Arua, Gulu, Mbarara, and Moroto, is responsible for providing technical, fiduciary, safeguards, and administrative support in accordance with Government of Uganda regulations and World Bank guidelines.

Core Functions of the PIU
  • Project planning and coordination
  • Procurement and contract management
  • Civil works management
  • Financial management
  • Monitoring and evaluation
  • Environmental and social safeguards compliance
  • Reporting

In order to ensure efficient and effective delivery of project objectives, the Office of the Prime Minister seeks to recruit qualified and competent Ugandan citizens to fill positions within the PIU for an initial contract duration of two (2) years.ow to Apply

ACCOUNTANT

Project
NUSAF IV (01) & DRDIP II (01)

Duty Station
Kampala

Vacancies
02

Reports To
Finance Management Specialist

JOB PURPOSE

To support the Finance Management Specialist in the preparation of financial statements and other financial documents in line with agreed guidelines satisfactory to IDA and other participating stakeholders, and to effectively contribute to achieving DRDIP goals particularly by supporting the finance unit to provide updates of budget execution.

KEY RESULT AREAS
  • Prepare and maintain all source documents and records relating to project payment transactions and receipts.
  • Maintain the DRDIP Cash Book in the Financial Accounting System (IFMS) on a weekly basis.
  • Prepare Bank reconciliations on a weekly basis.
  • Prepare and maintain the Fixed Assets Register of the project assets.
  • Assist the FMS in preparation for both external and internal audit activities.
  • Proactively support the District Project Accountants and District Desk Officers.
  • Assist the FMS in preparation of financial statements and Interim Financial Reports within agreed time frames.
  • Ensure timely payment of service providers, project activity allowances, staff salaries and statutory deductions.
  • Follow up on staff accountabilities, maintaining a detailed log of outstanding accountabilities.
  • Chronological filing of documents with adequate reference to ensure ease of retrieval.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Prepare and maintain all source documents and records relating to project payment transactions and receipts.
  • Maintain the DRDIP Cash Book in the Financial Accounting System (IFMS) on a weekly basis.
  • Prepare Bank reconciliations on a weekly basis.
  • Prepare and maintain the Fixed Assets Register of the project assets.
  • Assist the FMS in preparation for both external and internal audit activities.
  • Proactively support the District Project Accountants and District Desk Officers.
  • Assist the FMS in preparation of financial statements and Interim Financial Reports within agreed time frames and in compliance with standard formats.
  • Ensure timely payment of service providers, project activity allowances, staff salaries and statutory deductions, promptly reporting any challenges in the payment system to the Project Coordinator.
  • Follow up on staff accountabilities, maintaining a detailed log of outstanding accountabilities.
  • Chronological filing of documents with adequate reference to ensure ease of retrieval.

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OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER | RECRUITMENT ADVERTISEMENT – PIU DRDIP II & NUSAF IV | May 2026

  • Carry out any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • An Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from a recognised University.
  • Full qualification in ACCA or CPA is mandatory.
  • Membership of the Institute of Chartered Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) is a must-have.
EXPERIENCE
  • A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in accounting with government or externally funded projects, development partners, multilateral or international organisations.
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
  • Excellent quantitative and analytical skills.
  • Strong writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Computer literate including accounting packages and well versed in the use of Excel

Applications should be accompanied by:

  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae
  • Copies of certificates (academic and professional) and testimonials
  • A copy of identification documents
  • Proof of relevant work experience (MUST be attached)
  • At least three (3) competent referees, one of whom must be a current or previous employer
Application Deadline
  • Closing Date: 12th June 2026
  • Time: 5:00 PM
Submission Address

Applications should be signed and addressed to:

The Permanent Secretary
Office of the Prime Minister
Plot 9–11, Apollo Kaggwa Road
P.O. Box 341, Kampala, Uganda

Submission Method
  • Hard copies should be hand-delivered to the Security Registry (Floor 6), Office of the Prime Minister Building.
  • The detailed advert and project information can be accessed on the OPM website:

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