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Position: Finance Manager

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Location: Entebbe
Type of Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 1 Year Renewable

 

About Conservation Through Public Health

 

Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) is a Uganda-based, award-winning leader in gorilla and wildlife conservation, championing the health of wildlife, ecosystems, humans, and their livestock in and around Africa’s protected areas including, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

 

Founded in 2003, CTPH is led by Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, a National Geographic Explorer since 2018 and UNEP Champions of the Earth 2021 Winner in science and innovation, who is dedicated to promoting biodiversity conservation by enabling people, gorillas, and other wildlife to coexist through improved health and community alternative livelihoods.

 

Conservation Through Public Health is a registered Ugandan NGO and 501(c)3 US registered nonprofit.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

(Devise Accurate Realistic and Inclusive Country Programme Budgets, Donor Financial Proposals and Departmental Budgets)

 

  • Timely preparation of annual operational and capital budgets, performing revisions where appropriate: solid budgets prepared with budget holders as the basic guiding tool for the optimal use of financial resources
  • Monitor expenditure trends and provide timely advice and explanation on potential over or under spends to Program Manager and CEO: allowing managers to make required adjustments to their plans appropriately
  • Monitor programme support costs and ensure they reflect agreed plans, donor regulations, and CTPH policies
  • Maximize resources and funding to ensure that optimal value for money is attained for the Organisation: Clearly defining income/cost ratio, ensuring budget holders have appropriate finance skills and provide training as required

 

(Effective Management and Oversight of Working Capital including, Stock, Debtors and Cash)

 

  • Coordinate and maintain a cash flow management and forecasting system whereby adequate funds are available for programme needs: following up and ascertaining donor cash inflows, strict expenditure control and a strong understanding of programme requirements
  • Manage investments, debtors, creditors and advances from donors and their accurate recording and reconciliation on the Balance Sheet.
  • Ensure that all statutory requirements are met on time (PAYE, VAT, Income Tax, NSSF)
  • Monitor fluctuations in foreign exchange to minimise exposure to adverse movements
  • Ensure timely accurate preparation of the organisation’s monthly financial management accounts
  • Prepare donor financial reports in line with donor reporting requirements and standards
  • Coordinate the financial audit, preparation of statutory accounts and subsequent annual reports for CEO

 

(Financial Reporting)

 

  • Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual programme financial and related reports to the CEO and donors according to agreed timetables. All reports must conform to CTPH and/or donor specific formats
  • Prepare and agree year-end accounts with external auditors and resolve all audit queries within your control by end of March of each calendar year
  • Prepare and agree annual project reports with external auditors and resolve all audit queries within your control according to an agreed timetable

 

(Financial Controls and Risk Management)

 

  • Conduct internal audits and liaising with external auditors to ensure annual monitoring is carried out
  • Build capacity among your team to strengthen supervision by finance
  • Work with management to build a culture of values and transparency in finance
  • Initiate and oversee adherence to CTPH’s financial policies and procedures, and continuously improve systems and mitigate risks
  • Support management and control of fixed assets, equipment and supplies
  • Conduct monthly spot checks to ensure a strong control environment

 

(Leading a Continuously Developing and Improving Team)

 

  • Lead and manage members of the finance team to build their capacity and strengthen competency and professional development
  • Conduct regular staff performance appraisals, monitoring progress and setting objectives
  • Review the operational structure of the finance department to ensure that all roles and responsibilities are relevant to the needs and demands of the organisation

 

(Knowledge, Skills and Attributes)

 

To be successful, you will have:

 

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in either Business Administration, Accounting and Finance, or related discipline. Full membership of an accounting professional body such as, CPA or ACCA
  • 10 years job experience in a related field, preferably in the NGO sector
  • Must have experience in managing Grants
  • At least 3 years in a management position

 

  • Required Competencies:
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
    • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
    • Computer literacy is a must with strong knowledge of Outlook, Excel and accounting packages especially, QuickBooks
    • Strong team building skills
    • Experience in financial planning and management

 

 

How to Apply

 

Interested applicants who meet criteria should submit a resume or CV, a cover letter, and any other specific supporting documents by email with at least three (3) reference contacts to: hr@ctph.org indicating the title “Finance Manager” in the subject line by Wednesday, 10th December 2025 at 6 PM East African Time (EAT).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Career Opportunities


Position: Reservation and Operation Officer

Reports to: Social Enterprise Director
Location: Entebbe
Type of Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 1 Year Renewable

About Gorilla Conservation Camp

 

Gorilla Conservation Camp is our eco-friendly guesthouse and social enterprise of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH) located in the Buhoma sector at Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to save gorillas, one trip at a time.

 

Well-suited for a volunteer, intern or researcher, gorilla trekkers, birders and team-building retreats, the camp has a Gorilla Conservation Café serving our award-winning, single origin, 100% Arabica Kanyonyi Coffee brand with panoramic views overlooking the Bwindi rainforest landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

 

Adjacent to the Gorilla Conservation Camp is CTPH’s Gorilla Health and Community Conservation Centre where we share our Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) educational approach and lifetime experience for inspiring the young-and not so young-people everywhere.

 

Founded in 2003, CTPH is an award-winning, non-profit organization led by UNEP Champions of the Earth in 2021, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka and is dedicated to promoting biodiversity conservation by enabling people, gorillas, and other wildlife to coexist through improved health and community alternative livelihoods.

 

The Gorilla Conservation Camp supports CTPH’s mission by providing sustainable and responsible tourism to the great apes experiences that benefit local communities and conservation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

 

  • Manage all inquiries (about us) on reservation systems and travel booking engines integrated into email, workspace, instant messaging and video conferencing platforms.
  • Book our Bwindi accommodation guesthouse, transport, tours, or event services using reservation systems or manual records.
  • Reconfirm bookings and forward booking information and itineraries to travelers.
  • Monitor reservation systems to ensure availability and update changes or cancellations promptly.
  • Keep current client files and maintain appropriate documentation of all bookings.
  • Offer outstanding customer service prior to, during, and following the reservation procedure.
  • Serve as a single contact point for on-ground assistance in the event of operational difficulties.
  • Coordinate scheduling and logistics for tours, retreats, transfers, and other reserved services.
  • Interact with service providers (destination management companies, associations, hotels, airlines, transporters) and other travel with a cause partners to confirm timely service delivery.
  • Deal with operational problems, such as last-minute cancellations, alterations, or traveler grievances.
  • Assist the onsite Gorilla Conservation Camp Manager and team in Bwindi with day-to-day planning, reporting, and task execution.
  • Keep operational checklists updated and monitor service delivery status.
  • Sorting out any issues that may arise with bookings or reservations.
  • Packaging, selling and marketing the eco-friendly guesthouse products/services.
  • Answering any traveler questions or clarification about the reservations process.
  • Up-selling, when appropriate, by informing travelers of additional services or bespoke packages, such as, our (Intimate Gorilla Trekking Experience), behind the scenes tour of CTPH (Gorilla Health and Community Conservation Centre), Bwindi Accommodation at (Gorilla Conservation Camp) guesthouse, the CTPH (Volunteer, Intern and Research) program and our (Gorilla Conservation Coffee) 250g/500g beans and ground including,  a tour/safari to meet smallholder farmers we support around Bwindi.
  • Managing the existing, interactive Social Media channels in a timely manner, including but not limited to customer inquiries, and response, new service and packages upload.
  • Prepare Management reports and room forecasts (Fortnightly, Monthly, Quarterly, Yearly) for effective planning and management.

Required Qualifications and Technical Competence Areas

 

To be successful, you will have:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management, Competence in IT and Applications Development, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of industry experience working and building diverse teams in reservations, customer service, or operations and business support systems in a hospitality or travel-related role.
  • Hands-on experience with online reservation systems and travel booking engines.

 

  • Required Competencies:
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
    • Proficiency in Email, instant Messaging and Video Conferencing platforms, Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
    • Problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
    • Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
    • Customer-focused attitude and professional demeanor.
    • Ability to meet targets and goals with tight deadlines.

How to Apply

 

Interested applicants who meet criteria should submit a resume or CV, a cover letter, and any other specific supporting documents by email with at least three (3) reference contacts to: hr@ctph.org indicating the title “Reservation and Operation Officer” in the subject line by Friday, 31st October 2025 at 6 PM East African Time (EAT).