8-UG RISK AND COMPLIANCE ADVISOR

The Risk and Compliance Advisor will support both SUSTAINED and THEA activities, including functions that are relevant to the operationalisation of the Facility. The Advisor reports to the Mercy Corps Uganda Finance Manager and will work closely with the Private Sector Engagement Officer and the Facility's Managing Director, among other team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, law, risk management, development finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, or internal audit within development finance institutions (DFIs), impact funds, or donor-funded programs.
• Strong understanding of off-grid energy markets, PAYGo business models, and challenges of frontier market financing is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of donor compliance frameworks (e.g., FCDO, USAID, GIZ, EU).
• Experience implementing E&S and governance safeguards in line with international standards.
• Demonstrated experience with financial reports preparation & presentation, proven ability to translate technical financial data into informative reports.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent oral and written English skills.
• Ability to work in insecure locations and areas where amenities are limited.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Relocation Assistance