Microfinance Support Centre Ltd (MSC)
Job Title: Operations Assistant (2 Fresher Jobs)
Location: Kampala, Uganda

About Us:
Microfinance Support Centre Ltd (MSC) is a Government-owned institution established in 2001 with a core mission to provide affordable credit and business development services. As part of the Government of Uganda’s efforts to enhance access to financial services, MSC aims to promote employment and wealth creation through its services.

With a network of 13 regional offices across Uganda and over 160 Agency SACCOs, MSC offers affordable credit to its target clientele.

Job Summary:
The Operations Assistant will work closely with the Operational Officer to ensure accurate and efficient zonal accounting services, reporting, and administration that align with MSC’s internal control regulations and procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adherence to MSC’s financial and accounting policies and procedures.
• Support financial analysis of client appraisal reports and provide guidance on the loan process.
• Manage Zonal imprest funds, maintaining adequate float and ensuring expenditure aligns with the budget.
• Maintain accurate accounting records for the Zone.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of the zonal budget.
• Update and maintain the Zone’s assets register.
• Participate in institutional training and development needs assessment within the zone.
• Prepare vouchers and issue cheques with proper approval and signatures.
• Maintain filing systems for accounting records including paid vouchers and supporting documents.
• Ensure timely banking of all Company revenue.
• Enter financial transactions into the computer system accurately.
• Compile financial data for various reports as directed.
• Timely weekly and monthly reporting on customer care, productivity, liquidity, reconciliation, etc.
• Provide administration support for office cleaning, supplies, utilities, security, and vehicle management.
• Procurement oversight for the Zonal office needs, including stationery, and provide budget variance reports to the Zonal Manager.
• Maintenance of office equipment and general office cleanliness.

Key Result Areas:

• Support in Budget preparation and Financial Reporting.
• Assistance in the Credit delivery process.
• Responsible for Zonal office administration.
• Ensure compliance with MSC’s internal control regulations and procedures.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Diploma or Honors degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Development Finance, Education, Banking, or related discipline.
• Two (02) years of progressive experience in business development services, Finance, or institutional capacity development management.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications.

Competencies/Person Specifications:

• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial statements.
• Attention to detail and high integrity.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to gather and communicate information effectively.
• Capacity to train and educate clients.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) and copies of certified academic certificates, along with at least 3 referees in sealed envelopes. Clearly indicate the job title applied for on the top right corner of the envelope.

Address to: The Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director, Microfinance Support Centre Limited, Plot 32, Nakasero Road, P.O. Box 33711 Kampala, Uganda.

Note:

• Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early.
• Shortlisted candidates will be notified by March 25th, 2024.
• MSC is an equal opportunity employer with transparent recruitment processes.
• Any form of lobbying/canvassing will lead to disqualification.
• Submission of falsified documents or false information will result in automatic disqualification and possible prosecution.

Deadline: 15th March 2024 by 5:00pm.

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