Organizational Context and Scope
Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) and direct supervision of the Resources Management Officer (RMO) and, in close collaboration with the Regional Office, and in close coordination with the Department of Financial and Administrative Management (DFM) at Headquarters (HQ) and the Global Shared Services Centre (GSSC), the Finance Officer will be responsible and accountable for supporting and coordinating the budgetary and financial functions of the Algeria, Country Office (CO).
Responsibilities
1. Provide support to the Resources Management Officer/Senior Resources Management Officer (RMO/SRMO) in monitoring and overseeing the financial management for all activities in the CO, including the oversight of financial expenditure and accountability.
2. Undertake preliminary financial analysis of programmes/projects implemented in the CO, monitor budget control processes, and follow up on the implementation of effective internal controls and the design and functioning of the financial resources management system.
3. Provide technical support to the Programme/Project Managers throughout the programme/project cycle to enable compliance with the International Organization for Migration (IOM)’s policies and procedures and any donor-specific requirements.
4. Ensure that accounting data are properly entered into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, in accordance with IOM’s financial rules, regulations, and practices, and ensure the maintenance of accurate financial records, including electronic and hard copies of all financial supporting documentation.
5. Assist the RMO/SRMO in reviewing monthly accounting closure records and returns for accuracy, ensure that these are submitted in a timely manner, and completed according to IOM’s Accounting Policies and Procedures.
6. Assist in the preparation of the annual budget for the CO and the budgets for all new programmes/projects.
7. Inspect the Payroll versus programme/project budgets by ensuring that salaries are correctly allocated to the respective programmes/projects consistently with IOM’s projectization criteria.
8. Coordinate and prepare the programme/project financial reports in accordance with IOM and donor regulations, requirements, and established procedures.
9. Liaise with relevant Units at HQ, Administrative Centres, and the Regional Office regarding accounting, financial, and administrative activities of the CO, and provide technical inputs for reports on the financial situation of the CO.
10. Supervise and manage the Finance Unit’s staff. Support the RMO/SRMO in supervision of the CO’s administrative management functions, including recruitment, personnel administration, and other related activities, in accordance with IOM’s policies and procedures.
11. Assist the RMO/SRMO in forecasting cash flows according to the activities in the CO and ensure daily control of funds disbursed; verify that programme/project funding is received in accordance with donor agreements.
12. Make recommendations on procedural improvements and contribute to the training of staff in the areas of accounting, finance, and compliance with financial procedures. Facilitate and support capacity building and knowledge sharing in the finance/accounting and budget field.
13. Provide support to RMO/SRMO in facilitating the financial audit of the programmes/projects in accordance with the donor agreements.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience;
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience. or,
- Professional certification as a Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) will be an advantage.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Experience in accounting, financial management, and reporting;
- Experience in preparing clear and concise financial and management reports;
- Experience working in and with international institutions;
- Experience with internal control assessment, internal or external audit;
- Previous work experience in the Region is an advantage; and,
- Previous working experience in emergency operations is an advantage.
Skills
- Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS);
- Knowledge of the IOM/UN accounting system, software, and procedures, Common System regulations, policies, and procedures is a distinct advantage;
- Familiarity with financial oversight and public administration is an advantage; and,
- Knowledge of MS Office products and good computer literacy skills are required.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English and French is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian and Spanish) is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
How to apply
To apply, interested applicants are invited to submit their applications HERE via the IOM e-Recruitment system by 28 January 2026.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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