Resource Management Officer (Humanitarian Hub) at International Organization for Migration - IOM

SVN No.: SVN 2019/156 (P)
Location: Maiduguri, Nigeria
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

Context

• Under the overall supervision of the Senior Resources Management Officer (SRMO) in Abuja and the Head of Sub Office (HSO) in Maiduguri, direct supervision of the Resources
• Management Officer (RMO) in Maiduguri and in close coordination with the Program Officer – Red Roof, Maiduguri, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for coordinating the financial and/or budgetary functions of the Humanitarian Hubs in North East Nigeria.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring financial and other resources in the Humanitarian Hub specifically in relation to cost recovery; undertake preliminary financial analysis and the oversight of financial expenditure in the Hubs.
• Assist in the recruitment and other administrative activities in relation to Humanitarian Hub.
• Assist in forecasting the cash flow according to planned activities of the Humanitarian Hub; ensure daily control of the funds disbursed; verify that funding is received on timely manner through cost recovery.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll for the Humanitarian hub and ensure salaries are allocated correctly and in line with the IOM projectization criteria.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets for programs in the Humanitarian Hub and the sub-office.
• Coordinate preparation of financial reports in accordance with IOM regulations and established procedures.
• Assist with the review of assets in the Humanitarian Hubs; provide information and guidance on the appropriate application of internal controls and processes, control cash and prevent fraud.
• Provide support to the staff in the Hub to ensure compliance with IOM’s policies and procedure; make recommendations on the procedural improvements and assist in training local staff in the relevant areas of finance and administration.
• Assist with the regular review of SAP postings and provide recommendations on the adjustment/corrections if necessary.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

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; 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 CertifiedAccountants (ACCA) will be a distinct advantage.

Experience:

• Experience in Finance, Accounting, Budgeting and Business Administration;
• Knowledge of IPSAS and PRISM;
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, supervise staff and coordinate administrative activities; High level of computer literacy, experience in MS Excel and computerized accounting systems and software;
• Knowledge of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures;
• Previous working experience in emergency missions;
• Previous experience in hub cost recovery will be an added advantage.

Languages:

• IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
• For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
• Accredited Universities are the ones listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database (https://whed.net/home.php).

Required Competencies

• Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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.
• IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link: https://www.iom.int/sites/default/files/about-iom/iom_revised_competency_framework_external.pdf
• Competencies will be assessed during a competency-based interview.

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.