ROLE

STATUS

HOURS

Programmes & Finance Assistant

Full-time (based at the Bolton head office)

37.5 hours/week

RESPONSIBLE TO

Regional Desk Manager

SALARY

National Minimum Wage

THE ORGANISATION
Established in 2001, Ummah Welfare Trust is a UK-based international relief and development charity. Inspired by
the Islamic teachings of empathy, generosity and selflessness, the trust aims to alleviate poverty and suffering
across the world, and also ensuring that the rights of those who are neglected and oppressed are fulfilled by
providing sustainable development solutions relating to shelter, education, health, and spiritual wellbeing.

Knowing that we are all ultimately accountable to the Almighty, the charity strives to maintain transparency and
accountability, and as such the charity also has a full and transparent audit trail from the donor to the beneficiary.

To find out more about the organisation please visit our website on: https://uwt.org/

THE ROLE
You will support the delivery of high-quality humanitarian programmes through effective project monitoring,
financial administration, and coordination. Working closely with the Regional Desk Manager, Programmes Officer,
field teams, and partner organisations, you will ensure consistency, compliance, and continuity in Ummah
Welfare Trust’s (UWT) programme implementation.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Programme Support

•  Provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support to the Regional Desk Manager.
•  Assist in reviewing and processing project funding applications and completion reports in accordance with

UWT’s policies and eligibility criteria.

•  Maintain accurate and up-to-date project files and records of charitable expenditure.
•  Respond to feedback and information requests from regional donors, field teams, and partner

organisations.

•  Represent UWT professionally at all times, upholding its values and standards.
•  Ensure adherence to UWT’s internal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
•  Take initiative in managing, organising, and prioritising tasks effectively, providing regular updates to the

team.

•  Carry out other duties commensurate with the role as required by management.

Finance
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Lead on monthly data collection and reporting for financial and non-financial metrics across all countries
covered by the regional desk.

•  Support the preparation of annual budgets, budget revisions, and regular budget vs. actual (BvA) reporting

for programmes.

•  Maintain a centralised record of financial documentation, including project completion reports and budget

reconciliation

•  Act as the main liaison with UWT’s Compliance Department to ensure all project files meet internal audit

and policy standards.

•  Serve as the key point of contact for the external audit, ensuring timely preparation and submission of all

required documentation.

•  Conduct regular internal audits of project files to ensure compliance, completeness, and readiness for

external scrutiny

PERSON SPECIFICATION

CATEGORY

CRITERIA

REQUIREMENT

Qualifications  Degree in Accounting / Finance OR AAT qualified
Experience

Skills /
Abilities

Knowledge
and
understanding
Other

Experience of working under pressure to multiple deadlines in a fast-
paced environment
To have a flexible approach to work and be able to work as a team player
Experience of office administration
Good command of verbal and written English
Strong grasp of Microsoft Office packages – especially Word and Excel
Excellent organisational, interpersonal and communications skills
Self-motivated, able to work on own initiative and trustworthy
Willing and able to undertake a minimum of 3 international trips of at least
2 weeks each if required to do this.
Working knowledge of Arabic Language (Written and Spoken)
Demonstrated knowledge and experience of the humanitarian and
non-profit policy sector
Personal conduct and delivery of work should comply with the values
and culture of Ummah Welfare Trust
The ability to occasionally adapt working hours to meet the
requirements of the organisation.
Hold a valid UK driving license and have full access to your own car.

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WHAT WE OFFER

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

The closing date for applications is 1st December 2025, although the position may close sooner if the right
candidate is found.

To apply for this role, please email your CV and Covering Letter to vacancies@uwt.org

Please ensure that you address how you satisfy each of the criteria in the person specification in your covering
letter.

For more information or discussion about the role please contact: 01204 661048