Resource Management Officer (Finance) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Official, Grade Equiv. P1 Special Short term, six months with possibility of extension As soon as possible
Classification Type of Appointment
Estimated Start Date Closing Date Reference Code
April 29, 2014 SVN2014/22(O)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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 has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered: Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Czech Republic, Comoros, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Tanzania, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Addis Ababa and the direct supervision of the Resource Management Officer (RMO) and in close coordination with relevant units at Headquarters (HQs) and Regional Office Kenya, the successful candidate Page 1 / 4
will be responsible and accountable for monitoring the budgetary, financial, human resources and administrative functions of the Mission.
Core Functions / Responsibilities: 1. Provide administrative support in monitoring and overseeing the financial management for all activities in Addis Ababa including the oversight of financial expenditure and accountability. 2. Assist the RMO in undertaking the financial analysis of projects in the Mission. 3. Prepare donor financial reports in accordance with IOM regulations and established procedures in close coordination with the RMO as well as relevant units in HQs or Regional Office Kenya. 4. Assist in the preparation of cash flows according to activities in the Mission and ensure daily control of funds disbursed; ensure funding is received in accordance with donor agreements. 5. Assist in preparing annual budget for the Mission, monitor budget control and report variances between budget and actual expenditures, and assist in the preparation of budgets for new programmes. 6. Assist in checking payroll versus budgets and ensure that salaries are correctly allocated to projects consistent with IOM's projectization criteria. 7. Assist in training national staff in the areas of administration and finance. 8. Work closely with other internal functional units of the Mission, as well as banking, donors and government counterparts and other stakeholders as required in the performance of the accounting function. 9. Liaise with relevant units at HQs and Regional Office Kenya with regards to the financial activities of the Mission. 10. In close coordination with the RMO, conduct regular monitoring and supervise the suboffice Finance and Administrative activities and related staff. 11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Competencies Behavioural
- Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; Page 2 / 4
Displays mastery of subject matter; Contributes to a collegial team environment; Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
- Effectively applies knowledge of relevant financial discipline; Develops / follows internal control procedures to prevent fraud and mismanagement; Ensures application of institutional financial policies and guidelines; Advocates incorporation of financial considerations into processes and procedures.
Required Qualifications and Experience Education Master's degree in Accounting/Finance, Public Administration or Business Administration, with a professional certification as chartered accountant or certified public accountant; or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
Experience Experience in financial management, accounting and budgeting; Experience with internal control assessment, internal audit and/or external audit; Experience in preparing clear and concise reports; Experience working with international institutions; Knowledge of IOM's regulations, policies and procedures; Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and SAP an advantage; Knowledge of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures an advantage.
Languages Fluency in English is required.
How to apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by April 29, 2014 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
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In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period: From 15.04.2014 to 29.04.2014 Requisition: SVN2014/22 (O) - Resource Management Officer (Finance) (Equiv. P1) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (54558278) Released Posting: SVN2014/22 (O) - Resource Management Officer (Finance) (Equiv. P1) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (54558279) Released
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Resource Management Officer (Finance) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Official, Grade Equiv. P1 Special Short term, six months with possibility of extension As soon as possible
Classification Type of Appointment
Estimated Start Date Closing Date Reference Code
April 29, 2014 SVN2014/22(O)-INT
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and 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 has a proactive recruitment policy to increase the representation of nationals of nonrepresented member states. Qualified applicants from the following countries will be favorably considered: Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Belize, Benin, Cambodia, Cape Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Czech Republic, Comoros, Djibouti, El Salvador, Gabon, Gambia, Guyana, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Libya, Luxembourg, Madagascar, Maldives, Malta, Marshall Islands, Montenegro, Micronesia, Mongolia, Namibia, Nauru, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Slovenia, South Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Tanzania, Timor Leste, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen Applications from qualified female candidates are especially encouraged.
Context: Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission in Addis Ababa and the direct supervision of the Resource Management Officer (RMO) and in close coordination with relevant units at Headquarters (HQs) and Regional Office Kenya, the successful candidate Page 1 / 4
will be responsible and accountable for monitoring the budgetary, financial, human resources and administrative functions of the Mission.
Core Functions / Responsibilities: 1. Provide administrative support in monitoring and overseeing the financial management for all activities in Addis Ababa including the oversight of financial expenditure and accountability. 2. Assist the RMO in undertaking the financial analysis of projects in the Mission. 3. Prepare donor financial reports in accordance with IOM regulations and established procedures in close coordination with the RMO as well as relevant units in HQs or Regional Office Kenya. 4. Assist in the preparation of cash flows according to activities in the Mission and ensure daily control of funds disbursed; ensure funding is received in accordance with donor agreements. 5. Assist in preparing annual budget for the Mission, monitor budget control and report variances between budget and actual expenditures, and assist in the preparation of budgets for new programmes. 6. Assist in checking payroll versus budgets and ensure that salaries are correctly allocated to projects consistent with IOM's projectization criteria. 7. Assist in training national staff in the areas of administration and finance. 8. Work closely with other internal functional units of the Mission, as well as banking, donors and government counterparts and other stakeholders as required in the performance of the accounting function. 9. Liaise with relevant units at HQs and Regional Office Kenya with regards to the financial activities of the Mission. 10. In close coordination with the RMO, conduct regular monitoring and supervise the suboffice Finance and Administrative activities and related staff. 11. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Competencies Behavioural
- Takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; Works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; Promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; Takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; Plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; Page 2 / 4
Displays mastery of subject matter; Contributes to a collegial team environment; Incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; Displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; Works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
Technical
- Effectively applies knowledge of relevant financial discipline; Develops / follows internal control procedures to prevent fraud and mismanagement; Ensures application of institutional financial policies and guidelines; Advocates incorporation of financial considerations into processes and procedures.
Required Qualifications and Experience Education Master's degree in Accounting/Finance, Public Administration or Business Administration, with a professional certification as chartered accountant or certified public accountant; or a related field from an accredited academic institution; or University degree in the above fields with two years of relevant professional experience.
Experience Experience in financial management, accounting and budgeting; Experience with internal control assessment, internal audit and/or external audit; Experience in preparing clear and concise reports; Experience working with international institutions; Knowledge of IOM's regulations, policies and procedures; Knowledge of International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and SAP an advantage; Knowledge of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures an advantage.
Languages Fluency in English is required.
How to apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via PRISM, IOM e-Recruitment system, by April 29, 2014 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 / 4
In order for an application to be considered valid, IOM only accepts online profiles duly filled in and submitted with a cover letter not more than one page specifying the motivation for applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. You can track the progress of your application in your personal application page in the IOM e-recruitment system.
Posting period: From 15.04.2014 to 29.04.2014 Requisition: SVN2014/22 (O) - Resource Management Officer (Finance) (Equiv. P1) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (54558278) Released Posting: SVN2014/22 (O) - Resource Management Officer (Finance) (Equiv. P1) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia (54558279) Released
