Business Support Assistant (Finance & Management Services) _Roster

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

THE ROLE

To support effective delivery of finance, budget and administration support services in order to facilitate transparent and efficient utilization of financial resources.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

1.    Assist in providing the procedural and technical support to staff within the areas of finance and administration, to ensure compliance with WFP financial policies, rules and regulations. 
2.    Prepare and monitor monthly expenditure forecasts and provide expenditure reports in order to facilitate supports operations.  
3.    Process operational advances and handle daily payments, reimbursements and replenishment ensuring compliance with WFP Financial rules and regulations. 
4.    Validate daily cash vouchers and record in the general ledger alongside the complete supporting documents for timely liquidation and settlement.
5.    Monitor the sub-imprest bank and petty cash accounts regularly, to ensure that adequate funds are available and appropriately disbursed. 
6.    Maintain the web-based register for all invoices and payment transfers and record paperwork, to ensure that all documents are maintained and filed.
7.    Verify vendor claims, advances and other receivables and observe appropriate procurement procedures, to ensure that suppliers are paid in a timely manner and manage ITS submissions. 
8.    Perform administrative duties related to the monitoring and recording of fixed assets, spend on fuel and spare parts for vehicles and generators, to ensure that the databases are accurately updated. 
9.    Verify the accuracy of staff travel entries and ensure supporting documents are submitted for PRFI postings. 

10.    Arrange for dailay vehicle assignments and perform monthly adminstrative closure and fuel consumption reports. 
11.    Oversee facility management and maintanence including administrative supports for agencies in the premises, liaise with security company and facilitate document dispatch. 
12.    Manage office inventory and conduct regular physical counts in coordination with the country office. 
13.    Support HR by compile data for staff entilements such as danger pay. 
14.    Other duties as assigned.
 

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:  

• Has experience collecting and monitoring financial data on projects and programmes, assessing financial health and status, and reporting findings to senior leaders.  

• Has demonstrated understanding of WFP Management Services regulations, policies, procedures, processes, standards, and systems.  

• Has experience in collating data and preparing basic analysis pertaining to Management Services portfolio such as management of assets, facilities, fleet, travel, or similar areas.  

• Has experience working with teams across different functional areas.  

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.

Experience: Five or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the relevant business stream with experience in general administrative work.

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in Myanmar and English.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Job Title: Business Support Assistant (Finance & Management Services) _ Roster
Grade: G-5/ SC-5/SSA-5
Type of contract: Multiple Contract Types
Duration: 12 months
Duty Station: Multiple Locations (Hpa An, Myitkyina, Taunggyi, Sittwe, Nyaung U)

Date of Publication: 11 Nov 2025
Deadline of Application: 18 Nov 2025

This vacancy announcement is open for Myanmar nationals only.
Female applicants and qualified applicants from minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, pension and leave plus medical insurance.

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.