Reporting Associate, Multiple positions
Copenhagen
- Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
- Location: Copenhagen
- Grade: Administrative support - LICA-6, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
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Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Banking and Finance
- Communication and Public Information
- Closing Date: Closed
Background Information - Job-specific
Functional Responsibilities
Summary of functions:
- Results analysis and reporting
- Corporate services and support
- Knowledge management and innovation
1. Results analysis and reporting
- Support analysis related to the UNOPS Strategic Plan (SP) and associated Mid-Term Review (MTR) in the area of Results Based Management (RBM).
- Support the implementation of systems for results monitoring and reporting, internal and external.
- Support the Team Lead on UNOPS results based reporting, including data collection and analysis.
- Communication with colleagues/clients on areas requiring verification, corrections, additional information, etc. to improve quality of output.
- Review of finance data and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and correctness.
- Contact with organizational stakeholders to verify, correct, add and improve quality of financial activities of particular reports.
- Maintenance of records and preparation of recurring or special reports.
2. Corporate services and support
- Support the Team Lead and Deputy CFO, on the UNOPS Quarterly Business Review process, including providing supporting analysis or inputs to performance discussions between Regional and HQ Directors and the Executive Office as requested.
- Provide support to the development of quality analysis of UNOPS performance, both financial- and non-financial.
3. Knowledge management and innovation
- Assist in monitoring and evaluating policies, procedures, methods, tools and associated systems to ensure its utility, applicability and efficacy.
- Assist in the development of new policies and procedures and introduce innovation and best practices in business operations to enhance services.
- Assist in refining processes to maximise the benefits of management information system to enhance efficiency and facilitate organisational/management monitoring, oversight and reporting.
- Support training events and design/set training agenda to build capacity of stakeholders on results management, analysis and reporting.
Impact of Results
The responsible and transparent financial analysis and reporting of financial resources to governing bodies, clients, partners and stakeholders enhance the visibility and image of the UNOPS as an effective service provider in project services and management and consequently strengthen its competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services in the country served.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
- Completion of secondary school or equivalent is required;
- University degree or certification in finance-related subjects or business administration is desirable.
- Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible experience in the area of finance is required.
- Some experience in UN system is an asset
- Full working knowledge of English.
- Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.
Competencies
| Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization. |
| Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
| Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. |
| Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). |
| Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. |
| Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. |
| Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. |
| Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. |
Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: Local Individual Contractor Agreement
Contract level: LICA 6 (ICS 6)
Contract duration: One year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
Additional Considerations
- Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
- Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
- The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
Background Information - FG
The Finance Group (FG) is a critical and strategic business function in UNOPS and serves as an authoritative and integrated partner in the organization on strategic financial planning and budgeting, business strategy and practices, financial analysis and risk assessment, financial management services and long term organisational treasury and investments. As the steward of resources of a self-financing UN entity, FG is accountable for timely cost recovery and reporting to partners, maintaining the integrity and transparency of financial management of resources in accordance with the highest standards of ethics and organisational/international accountability framework and the accurate and transparent financial reporting to governing bodies, clients, partners and stakeholders.
Background Information - UNOPS
UNOPS mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.
UNOPS provides its partners with advisory, implementation and transactional services, with projects ranging from building schools and hospitals, to procuring goods and services and training local personnel. UNOPS works closely with governments and communities to ensure increased economic, social and environmental sustainability for the projects we support, with a focus on developing national capacity.
UNOPS vision is a world where people can live full lives supported by appropriate, sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and by the efficient and transparent use of public resources in procurement and project management.
With over 8,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, where they need it. By implementing around 1,000 projects for our partners at any given time, UNOPS makes significant contributions to results on the ground, often in the most challenging environments.
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