Job Title: Associate, Public Sector Consulting (Fresher Jobs)
Organisation: Grant Thornton
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Grant Thornton is one of the world’s leading organisations of independent assurance, tax and advisory services. Grant Thornton Uganda is a member of Grant Thornton International Limited, with offices in Kampala and Jinja. Grant Thornton boosts an opportunity to be part of 38,500 dynamic people working cohesively to provide seamless services to clients in more than 130 countries across the globe.
Job Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical and administrative support in the delivery of public sector consulting assignments. The Associate will be required to actively contribute to project execution, research, and preparation of reports and proposals, working under the supervision of senior colleagues.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in executing consulting assignments related to PFM, governance, capacity development, M&E, and public sector reforms.
- Conduct research, data collection, analysis, and literature reviews to support technical project work.
- Draft sections of reports, presentations, and technical documents for internal and client use.
- Support the preparation of Expressions of Interest (EOls), technical proposals, and concept notes for donor-funded projects.
- Participate in field activities, stakeholder engagements, and consultations as required.
- Ensure proper documentation and filing of project materials, correspondence, and deliverables.
- Work collaboratively with project teams to meet internal quality standards and deadlines.
- Continuously develop technical knowledge in public sector financial management and consulting methodologies.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: The ideal Candidate Should Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Public Administration, Development Studies, or a related field.
- Progress towards a professional qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) will be 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in public sector consulting or advisory roles.
- Exposure to proposal development and preparation of project reports is desirable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates should apply through by sending CVs ONLY to recruitment@ug.gt.com
Deadline: 30th June 2025.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.