Operations Officer Kampala hub

PAX is the largest peace organisation in the Netherlands. For the past 75 years, we have been working with local partners in conflict areas worldwide to protect civilians. Against violence of war, towards ending armed conflict and building inclusive peace. If you also believe that everyone has the right to a dignified life in a peaceful society, come work with us!

PAX is looking for an enthusiastic new colleague for the role of

Operations Officer
(24 hours per week)

The Operations Officer will oversee the operations of the Kampala ‘hub’. The PAX Kampala hub supports the projects implemented by PAX and partners in Sudan (Sudan program)  and in Northern Uganda (DRC program). The position’s primary location is Kampala but the Operations Officer will also travel to Gulu, Uganda. The Operations Officer will be line managed by the Team Lead Africa based at HQ in Utrecht, the Netherlands. This position will work closely with the Project Controller at HQ in Utrecht as well as the members of the DRC and Sudan country program teams.

What will you do?

The Operations Officer plays a key role to ensure an effective day-to day management of the PAX office in Kampala. This includes the provision of logistical support to organize meetings/events, travel arrangements and office management. The Operations Officer is also responsible to make payments, prepare cash advances and ensure that transactions are entered accurately and promptly, and that financial records are structurally maintained. Other duties include participating in budgeting and financial quality assurance of internal documents when required and conducting the tasks of the Uganda PAX security focal point.

The position is advertised for 3 working days per week(or 24 hours), with tasks divided between office work in Kampala and field/partners/bank and other government office visits depending on the needs. The consultancy is planned to start as soon as possible and ends on September 30th, 2025.

Who are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles and fundamentals of accounting.
• Knowledge about donor’s reporting, audit & financial procedures
• Proven ability to work as an effective team member.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to project areas (Gulu).
• Good communication skills.
• Computer skills: excellent Excel skills.
• Ugandan national/residency permit in Uganda is required
• English language skills required and Arabic language skills are a plus.

What do we offer?

• A position in a dynamic and highly international working environment with committed and enthusiastic colleagues.
• An organization with in-house training opportunities for personal development.
• Appointment for 24 hours per week.
• Appointment starting on April 14th, 2025.
• Pay scale depending on experience: minimum 1.250- 1.800 USD per month (for a fulltime position of 36 hours per week).

Procedure and information

For more information about PAX see: www.paxvoorvrede.nl.

Do you have any questions? Please contact Laureline Monnier, PAX Team Lead Africa, via l.monnier@paxforpeace.nl for further information.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their CV and motivation letter addressed to Laureline Monnier solely via the application form in Nmbrs Hire.

The closing date for applications to this position is April 4th, 2025.

The interview will take place in the week of April 7th, 2025.

Screening for integrity is part of the application process at PAX. PAX believes it is important to guarantee the reliability, professionalism and integrity of its organisation and employees. For this reason, PAX will request a Declaration of Conduct or equivalent for new employees.

At PAX we are looking for motivated colleagues with passion and courage, to build a diverse, inclusive and authentic working environment together. Even if you do not tick all the boxes, we still encourage you to apply, because who knows, we might be a good match together!

Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.