Director of Operations and Finance

Department Senior Management Team Role: Director of Finance and Operations Reporting Line Country Director Location Kampala, Uganda About the Opportunity: The Agrifood System Transformation for Youth Employment (ASTYE) program in Uganda is a transformative initiative designed to address systemic challenges hindering agricultural development and youth employment, particularly for young women. Funded by the Mastercard Foundation and implemented in partnership with DSG, AGRA, and GOAL, ASTYE aims to create dignified and fulfilling work opportunities for young people while strengthening Uganda's agrifood ecosystem. The Director of Finance and Operations is responsible for stewarding the organization’s financial health, operational effectiveness, and people systems, ensuring that DSG has the discipline and talent required to deliver the ASTYE Uganda program with integrity and efficiency. The role provides strategic oversight across finance, operations, and human resources, including budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, procurement, and workforce management, while ensuring adherence to donor, regulatory, and organizational requirements. Working closely with the Country Director and program teams, the Director translates strategy into sound financial planning, robust systems, and efficient operational execution, enabling program delivery at scale and fostering a high-performing, accountable, and inclusive environment. In This Role, You Will Make An Impact By: Financial Management • Oversee all financial transactions, ensure accurate documentation, and lead auditing processes. • Serve as a financial leader within the organization, providing financial guidance and contributing to developing the organization’s financial capabilities. • Oversee DSG's financial operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, and risk management. • Provide accurate financial forecasts to guide strategic decision-making. • Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and donor requirements. • Manage key financial accounts and relationships with relevant stakeholders, including financial institutions, auditors, donors, and service providers, and manage grant funding and program budgets effectively. • Manage monthly, quarterly, and yearly budgets. • Generate detailed financial reports for internal and external stakeholders. • Conduct thorough financial analysis to identify trends and opportunities. • Oversee account reconciliation across multiple currencies. Operational Leadership • Provide oversight of outsourced operational functions, including HR, procurement, and logistics. • Develop and implement efficient operational processes to improve productivity and workflows. • Participate in developing and implementing internal control systems, financial and HR policies, procedures, and best practices. • Build and maintain strong relationships with other departments and stakeholders. • Be a strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and decisi