National Finance Officer (IP Compliance)

Job Description

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations and the leading UN agency in the field of migration. Working closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners, IOM promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It saves lives and protects people on the move, drives solutions to displacement, and facilitates pathways for regular migration, while providing services and advice to governments and migrants. 

IOM is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally and feel valued. By creating such an environment, IOM aims to better harness the full potential of migration and strengthen its support to people on the move.

IOM invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process when required. Learn more about IOM’s workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates as well as external women candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Organizational Context and Scope

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, technical supervision of the Senior Resources Management Officer and the direct supervision of the Localization and Partnership Officer, the successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and implementing the

assigned Implementing Partners (IPs) aspects for sound, transparent, reliable, and accountable

IPs’ financial resources management.

Responsibilities

Implementing Partner (IP) Selection

• Participate in systems and processes review for implementing partners (IPs), budget review, financial review, risk mitigation procedures and other IP processes.

•  As appropriate, represent Resource Management Unit (RMU) in the Implementing Partner

  Selection Committees (IPSCs).

Implementing Partner (IP) Budgets

• Participate in the review IP budgets for reasonableness, accuracy, compliance with IOM and donor rules and regulations.

• Support in the development of benchmark costs for IP staff and office costs which will be used as a reference for Implementing Partner budget reviews.

• Maintain close contacts with Programs in reviewing IP narrative and budget proposals, verifying reasonableness of budget line items and unit costs, reflecting prevailing market conditions.

Implementing Partner (IP) Capacity Assessment

• Participate in IP capacity and due diligence assessments.

• Maintain an archive for all IP capacity assessment reports.

• Provide support to IPs to build capacity in financial systems, clarify IOM’s procedures and expectations and exchange ideas on challenges being encountered and possible solutions.

• Support initiatives and recommendations to strengthen the Localization and Partnership Unit and to build the capacity of staff, including providing training guidance to other staff.

Implementing Partner (IP) Spot-checks

• Support the Localization and Partnership Officer in maintaining an annual spot-check plan covering all active projects with IPs.

• Participate in midterm and final project spot-checks of original financial documents.

• Maintain an archive of all spot-check reports.

Implementing Partner (IP) Procurement

• Review IP tender announcements ensuring sufficient relevant information, requirements and

  specifications are duly published and that the tender announcement is widely advertised in

  pertinent platforms and locations to receive quality bid applications.

• Witness IPs’ tender opening and evaluation process, if required.

Implementing Partner (IP) Fraud Awareness

• Recommend mechanisms to prevent fraud and corruption among IPs.

• Work to create awareness among Ips on available fraud reporting channels.

Implementing Partner (IP) Financial Management

• Serve as the focal person to ensure all supporting documents of IPs are received and properly archived for future audit purposes.

• Participate in the review IP financial report to ensure completeness and compliance with the requirements as outlined in the Partnership Implementation Agreement

• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Master’s degree in business administration, Economics, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited academic institution ; or

• University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.

• Professional certification as chartered accountant (CA) or certified public accountant (CPA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) will be a distinct advantage.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

Experience

• Experience in financial management. Experience in Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs/NGOs) is an added advantage;

• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages;

• Proven working experience in compliance processes and procedures

Skills

• Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.

• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).

Languages

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

For this position, 

REQUIRED

For this position, fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).

DESIRABLE

Working knowledge of Kurdish will be an added advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2, if with direct reports

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings. 

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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