Country: Somalia
Closing date: 04 Apr 2014
Post Title: Finance Associate
Grade: SB3
Duration: 1 year
Organizational Unit: Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office
Supervisor: Head of Sub Office
Duty Station: Hargeisa, Somalia
The UN Women (UNW), grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.
The Finance Associate reports to the Head of Sub Office for guidance and supervision and is responsible for managing and supervising the execution of a wide range of financial services and administrative processes in the CO, ensuring timeliness, efficiency and transparent use of financial resources and delivery of services in accordance with organizational financial rules, regulations, policies, procedures and approved allocations. The Finance Associate promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UN Women rules and regulations, standard practices and guidelines.
The Finance Associate works in close collaboration with the Operations Team in the Regional Office as well as with the Operations and Programme teams in UN Women HQ for solving complex finance-related issues and information delivery.
Summary of Key Functions:
- Administration and implementation of program and operational financial services
- Support to the CO Management in the preparation, and administration of budget
- Accounting services and administrative support
- Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing
Education Requirements:
Completion of secondary education is required. Specialized national or international certification in accounting and finance would be an asset. University degree (or equivalent) in Business or Public Administration is an asset.
Experience:
6 years of progressively responsible experience in financial management and administration.
Language requirements:
Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of other UN official language is an added advantage.
How to apply:
To apply download the PDF document attached for more details of the positon or visit https://jobs.undp.org/ under the Women’s Economic Empowerment section.