VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Gambians to fill the following vacant positions available at the Directorate of State Owned Enterprises and Agencies (SOE’s), under the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, The Quadrangle, Banjul.

JOB TITLE: Senior Financial Analyst – Grade 9

Number of Vacancies: 2 (Two) Positions

QUALIFICATION

DIRECT ENTRY

  • Master’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting, Financial Management, Business Administration, or a related field, with at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience, including substantial experience in financial analysis, financial management, fiscal risk assessment, or public sector financial oversight.
  • Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, CFA, CIMA, or equivalent will be an added advantage.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Senior Financial Analyst shall report directly to the Principal Economist and work closely with the Senior Economists and other staff of the Directorate in supporting the Ministry's oversight, performance monitoring, fiscal risk management, and accountability functions relating to State-Owned Enterprises and Agencies.

  • Conducting detailed financial analysis of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) and public agencies to assess their financial performance, sustainability, efficiency, and compliance with Government policies and regulations.
  • Reviewing and analysing annual budgets, financial statements, management accounts, audit reports, and other financial reports submitted by SOEs and agencies.
  • Establishing and maintaining comprehensive financial monitoring frameworks for SOEs and agencies to support effective financial oversight.
  • Monitoring the financial position and performance of SOEs and agencies, including revenues, expenditures, profitability, liquidity, debt obligations, Government transfers, subsidies, guarantees, and other fiscal exposures.
  • Identifying and assessing fiscal risks and contingent liabilities arising from the operations and financial obligations of SOEs and agencies and bringing significant risks to the attention of the Principal Economist and Director.
  • Preparing periodic financial analysis and fiscal risk reports on SOEs and agencies for consideration by the Directorate and Ministry management.
  • Reviewing and analysing quarterly and annual financial performance reports submitted by agencies and SOEs and identifying significant variances, emerging risks, and areas requiring corrective action.
  • Supporting the preparation and review of annual budgets of public agencies and assessing their consistency with Government priorities, strategic objectives, and available fiscal resources.
  • Analysing the financial implications of Government policies, programmes, projects, and decisions affecting SOEs and public agencies.
  • Reviewing proposals for Government financial support, transfers, subsidies, on-lending, guarantees, capital injections, and other forms of financial assistance to SOEs and agencies.
  • Supporting the Directorate in assessing the financial sustainability and performance of SOEs and agencies and making recommendations for improved financial management.
  • Monitoring the implementation of financial recommendations arising from audit reports and financial reviews.
  • Liaising with SOEs, public agencies, the Accountant General's Department, National Audit Office, and other relevant institutions on financial reporting and financial management matters.
  • Supporting the development and maintenance of a comprehensive financial database for SOEs and agencies to facilitate financial analysis, monitoring, reporting, and decision-making.
  • Contributing to the development and monitoring of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) relating to financial performance, financial management, service delivery, and institutional sustainability.
  • Preparing financial briefs, analytical notes, presentations, and reports for the Director, Principal Economists, Ministry management, and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Contributing to the preparation of quarterly and annual performance reports of the Directorate.
  • Participating in quarterly review meetings with heads and senior management of SOEs and agencies and providing technical input on financial performance and emerging financial risks.
  • Supporting the Directorate in monitoring compliance by SOEs and agencies with applicable financial management requirements, Government policies, and reporting obligations.
  • Reviewing audit findings and recommendations relating to SOEs and agencies and supporting the follow-up and implementation of agreed recommendations.
  • Providing technical advice on financial management, budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, and related matters affecting SOEs and agencies.
  • Conducting research and analysis on emerging financial and economic issues affecting the sustainability and performance of SOEs and public agencies.
  • Supporting the development of policies, guidelines, and frameworks relating to financial oversight of SOEs and agencies.
  • Working closely with the Policy Development Unit and Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Unit to ensure that financial performance is integrated into the overall performance assessment of SOEs and agencies.
  • Participating in stakeholder consultations, technical meetings, workshops, and missions relating to SOE and agency financial management and performance.
  • Any other duties that may be assigned by the Director or Principal Economist.

 

 

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

  • Financial Analysis & Fiscal Risk Management
    Strong ability to analyse financial statements, management accounts, financial performance, fiscal risks, and emerging financial pressures.
  • Public Sector Financial Management & Budgeting
    Strong knowledge of public sector financial management, budgeting, expenditure management, revenue analysis, and Government financial operations.
  • Financial Reporting & Data Analysis
    Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality financial and analytical reports, analyse large volumes of financial and operational data, and present findings clearly to senior management and decision-makers.
  • SOE Financial Management & Corporate Governance
    Knowledge and understanding of SOE financial management, corporate governance, financial sustainability, and performance oversight will be an advantage.
  • Analytical, Problem-Solving & Communication Skills
    Strong quantitative, analytical, problem-solving, report-writing, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear recommendations.
  • Digital, Stakeholder & Teamwork Skills
    Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, with experience in financial analysis tools, databases and reporting systems; strong stakeholder-management skills and ability to work effectively with Government institutions, SOEs, public agencies, development partners and multidisciplinary teams.

SALARY

The salary attached to the position is Grade 9, of the Government Integrated New Pay Scale, i.e. D 117,240.00 (One hundred and seventeen thousand, two hundred and forty dalasi) per annum.

APPLICATION FORMAT

Giving that the Public Service Commission no longer accepts paper base applications, applicants should complete form (16B) available on the PSC E- Recruitment portal: https://portal.pscgov.gm.

CLOSING DATE

Completed applications together with copies of certificates and other relevant documents should be uploaded ONLINE no later than 15th November, 2026 before 11:59 GMT