SVN 2018/253 (P) - Finance Officer (P2) - Bangui, Central African Republic

Position Title Finance Officer

Duty Station : Bangui, CAR

Classification :Professional Staff, Grade P2

Type of Appointment : Special short-term graded, Six months with possibility of extension Estimated Start Date : As soon as possible

Closing Date : 29 October 2018

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants. IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged. For the purpose of the vacancy, the following candidates are considered as first-tier candidates:

1. Internal candidates

2. Qualified applicants from the following NMS countries:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Cook Islands, Cuba, Cabo Verde, Djibouti, Fiji, Micronesia (Federated States of), Gabon, Grenada, Guyana, Iceland, Kiribati, Comoros, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Saint Lucia, Lesotho, Libya, Montenegro, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Namibia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Palau, Paraguay, Solomon Islands, Seychelles, Slovenia, Suriname, Sao Tome and Principe,

Swaziland, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Holy See, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Samoa

Context:

accordance with IOM financial regulations, rules and procedures.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Monitor and track a variety of funding sources, transactions, and project expenditure. 2. Assist in monitoring and overseeing the financial management for all activities in Central African Republic, including the oversight of financial expenditure and accountability. 3. As a team member, work collaboratively and with a client-oriented approach consistent with IOM rules and regulations.

4. Ensure adequate application of IOM’s administrative instructions, and application of internal control procedures to safeguard the Organization’s assets, control cash and prevent fraud. Page 1 / 45. Assist in undertaking financial analysis of resources managed by the Mission and provide information and guidance as required.

6. Assist the RMO in forecasting cash flows according to activities in Central African Republic and ensure daily control of funds disbursed; verify funding is received in accordance with donor agreements.

7. Analyze and notify the RMO of unusual transactions (accounts payables, receivable and cash) and recommend processing or remedial action.

8. Assist the RMO in preparing the annual budget, in coordination with the relevant Project Managers. Monitor the budget control process and analyse variances between budget(s) and actual expenditures on a monthly basis and assist in the preparation of budgets for new projects.

9. Assist the RMO in the development and implementation of new/revised work methods, procedures, and systems.

10. Inspect payroll versus budgets, ensuring that salaries for national staff are correctly allocated to projects consistent with IOM's projectization criteria and budget lines nature and funding.

11. Support the RMO on audit and other ad-hoc reports by ensuring that required documentation is available in a timely and effective manner including archived financial documents.

12. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Education

• Master’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or • University degree in the above fields with four 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.

Experience

• Professional experience at the national or international level in financial management including financial advisory services together with managing staff and operational systems; • Experience in accounting and budgeting;

• Broad experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems;

• Experience with SAP or similar Enterprise Resource Planning software is a distinct advantage; • Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, supervise staff and coordinate administrative activities. High level of computer literacy experience in computerized accounting systems and software.

Languages

Fluency in English and French is required. Working knowledge of the local language is an advantage.

Page 2 / 4Desirable Competencies:

Values

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.

• 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.

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 action 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

• 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 potential.

• Empowering others & building trust: creates an atmosphere of trust and an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.

• Strategic thinking and vision: works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.

Other:

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

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

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station’s country cannot be considered eligible.

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

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by 29 October 2018 at the latest, referring to this advertisement. For further information, please refer to:

http://www.iom.int/cms/en/sites/iom/home/about-iom-1/recruitment/how-to-apply.html Page 3 / 4In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly completed.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application on your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.

Posting period:

From 16.10.2018 to 29.10.2018

Requisition: SVN2018/253(P)-FinanceOfficer(P2)-Bangui,CentralAfricanRepublic (55689456) Released Posting: Posting NC55689488 (55689488) Released

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