Job Description

Financial Planning and Analysis Officer – Raising The Village

Company: Raising The Village (RTV)
Position: Financial Planning and Analysis Officer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Nonprofit, NGO, International Development, Finance
Department: Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Reporting To: Senior Officer, Financial Planning Analyst
Travel Requirement: Up to 20%
Application Deadline: 23 Dec 2026

About Raising The Village

Raising The Village (RTV) is a leading international development organization committed to ending ultra-poverty across Sub-Saharan Africa. Operating in Uganda, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania, and North America, RTV combines innovative development programs with advanced data analytics to create measurable and sustainable impact.

Since 2012, the organization has positively impacted more than one million lives and continues to expand its reach through strategic partnerships, community development initiatives, and evidence-based decision-making. RTV aims to support one million people annually by 2027 through scalable and sustainable poverty alleviation programs.

Professionals seeking NGO finance jobs, financial analyst careers, budgeting and forecasting roles, donor-funded project finance positions, nonprofit accounting jobs, development sector careers, financial planning opportunities, and international NGO vacancies may find this role particularly rewarding.

Additional nonprofit and finance opportunities can be explored through NGO jobs in Uganda

Position Overview

The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Officer plays a key role in supporting organizational growth through financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, business partnering, and performance analysis. The position supports strategic decision-making by providing accurate financial insights, risk assessments, donor reporting, financial modelling, and resource allocation recommendations.

The successful candidate will collaborate with finance, operations, program teams, and leadership to ensure financial sustainability, compliance, operational efficiency, and effective utilization of donor funds.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting

• Prepare and maintain annual operating budgets across departments and projects.
• Support budget owners during budget preparation and revision processes.
• Participate in rolling forecasts and financial planning exercises.
• Conduct scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling to assess risks and opportunities.
• Analyze funding requirements and identify potential financial gaps.
• Provide financial guidance to support organizational planning and accountability.

Financial Analysis and Performance Reporting

• Conduct monthly financial reviews comparing actual results against budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare comprehensive variance analysis reports.
• Monitor expenditure trends and cost efficiency across programs.
• Identify financial risks, operational challenges, and improvement opportunities.
• Develop management reports highlighting key financial indicators and performance metrics.
• Provide actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.

Financial Modelling and Business Partnering

• Build financial models for strategic planning and decision-making.
• Support resource allocation and cost optimization initiatives.
• Develop funding projections and scenario-based financial forecasts.
• Translate complex financial information into practical insights for non-finance stakeholders.
• Partner with program managers and department leaders to improve financial decision-making.
• Support long-term organizational growth strategies through financial analysis.

Professionals interested in development finance careers and nonprofit financial management can also explore sector opportunities at NGO jobs in Sierra Leone

Reporting, Dashboards and Systems Management

• Prepare financial dashboards and management reports using financial systems and analytical tools.
• Maintain reporting accuracy across ERP systems and financial databases.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Power Query, and Power Pivot for data analysis and visualization.
• Improve reporting frameworks and automate financial processes where possible.
• Support data quality improvement initiatives and reporting standardization.
• Ensure timely delivery of management information and performance reports.

Donor Reporting and Compliance

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual donor financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with donor agreements and financial regulations.
• Support donor audits and external financial reviews.
• Provide supporting documentation and financial analysis for donor requests.
• Maintain alignment between donor reporting requirements and internal financial systems.
• Monitor donor-funded budgets and expenditure compliance.

Capacity Building and Collaboration

• Support finance and non-finance staff through financial management training.
• Strengthen budgeting and reporting capabilities across departments.
• Promote financial accountability and best practices.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to align financial plans with organizational objectives.
• Maintain high ethical standards, confidentiality, and professional integrity.

Educational Requirements

Required Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in:
  • Finance
  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Business Administration
  • Commerce
  • Financial Management
  • Related Financial Discipline

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• ACCA Level II or Higher
• CIMA
• CFA (Advantageous)
• Other Relevant Finance Certifications

Experience Requirements

Essential Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in:
  • Financial Planning and Analysis
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Financial Reporting
  • Management Accounting
  • Financial Modelling
  • Business Performance Analysis

Preferred Experience

• Experience within NGOs, INGOs, donor-funded organizations, or development agencies.
• Experience preparing donor reports and managing donor compliance requirements.
• Experience working with multi-country budgets and project finance.
• Experience supporting strategic financial decision-making.

Technical Skills

The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong expertise in:

• Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
• Budget Management
• Financial Forecasting
• Financial Modelling
• Variance Analysis
• Donor Compliance Reporting
• Management Reporting
• Business Intelligence
• Data Analytics
• Cost Control
• Financial Risk Assessment
• Performance Monitoring
• Resource Allocation
• Financial Dashboards
• Strategic Financial Management
• Power BI
• Microsoft Excel Advanced Functions
• Power Query
• Power Pivot
• ERP Financial Systems

ERP and Systems Knowledge

Experience with:

• Sage Intacct
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365)
• Financial Reporting Systems
• Budgeting and Planning Platforms
• Data Visualization Tools

Core Competencies

Financial and Analytical Competencies

• Strong analytical thinking
• Data interpretation and insight generation
• Financial risk assessment
• Strategic problem solving
• Quantitative analysis
• Forecasting and scenario planning

Communication and Business Partnering

• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly
• Strong presentation and reporting abilities
• Relationship management skills
• Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Planning and prioritization
• Confidentiality and integrity
• Accountability
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Training and Professional Development

The successful candidate may receive exposure to:

• Advanced Financial Modelling Training
• Donor Compliance and Grant Management
• Strategic Financial Planning
• Data Analytics for Finance Professionals
• Power BI and Dashboard Development
• NGO Financial Management Best Practices
• Budgeting and Forecasting Methodologies
• Leadership Development Programs
• ERP Systems Training
• International Development Finance Practices

Additional finance, accounting, and nonprofit sector opportunities across East Africa can be explored through NGO jobs in Tanzania

Salary and Benefits

Salary

• Salary: Not Disclosed by Employer.
• Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications, experience, and organizational salary structures.

Benefits

• Professional Development Opportunities
• International NGO Work Experience
• Collaborative and Mission-Driven Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exposure to Global Donor-Funded Programs
• Leadership and Skills Development
• Networking with International Development Professionals
• Inclusive and Diverse Workplace Culture

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

Raising The Village is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and strongly encourages applications from:

• Women professionals
• Persons with disabilities
• Minority groups
• Qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds

The organization values diversity, equity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment.

Recruitment Notice

Raising The Village does not charge any recruitment, processing, application, interview, or placement fees at any stage of the hiring process. Applicants should remain cautious of fraudulent recruitment schemes and report suspicious activity where necessary.

Job Summary

Position: Financial Planning and Analysis Officer
Company: Raising The Village (RTV)
Location: Kampala, Uganda
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: NGO, Nonprofit, International Development
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Related Field
Experience: 3–5 Years
Certifications: CPA, ACCA, or Equivalent Preferred
Key Skills: Financial Planning, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Modelling, Donor Reporting, Power BI, ERP Systems, Data Analytics, Variance Analysis, Management Reporting, Business Partnering, Financial Compliance