VN 47 2024 Senior Finance Associate, G7 – Kassala, Sudan At International Organization for Migration

Context:

Working under the overall supervision of the Head Resource Management Officer, and the direct supervision of the Finance Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for the preparation of the accounts, financial analysis, budgets and other financial issues in accordance with IOM Financial Regulations, Rules and procedures.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

1. Provide procedural guidance to managers and staff; supervise, guide and train other finance support staff.
2. Prepare budget, accounting, financial, statistical reports and other reports as required
3. Manage financial resources through monitoring and controlling assets, reserves, funds, supplies, etc. in accordance with IOM rules and regulations.
4. Provide specialized advice and support to Project Managers and/ Head of Office/Head of Sub-office on financial and administrative matters.
5. Monitor compliance with financial policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
6. Consolidate data into financial statements and assist in monitoring expenditures to ensure they remain within authorized levels.
7. Provide regular and ad hoc financial information to support informed financial decision making.
8. Assist monitoring that bank reconciliations for IOM accounts are regularly performed and reviewed by designated stakeholders.
9. Manage and prepare the payroll by executing validity checks on monthly payroll results.
10. Ensure that disbursements are made based on proper authorizations and supported by legitimate and sufficient documentation.
11. Prepare draft responses or respond to audit queries and follow up on audit recommendations.
12. Review the status and monitor the proper maintenance of Vendor Accounts in accounting system.
13. Verify vendor claims for accuracy and conformance with IOM finance policies and instructions; and,
14. Perform other related duties as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• High School diploma with seven years of relevant experience; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finances, or related field with five years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail, Outlook; previous experience in SAP is a distinct advantage.
• Attention to detail, ability to organize paperwork in a methodical way.
• Discreet, details and clients-oriented, patient and willingness to learn new things; and,
• Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.
• Published reports or research papers.

Languages

• Fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).

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 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 – behavioral 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 of 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 – Behavioral 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 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.