Finance Assistant at the International Organization for Migration (IOM)

SVN No.: SVN2020.068
Location: Maiduguri, Borno Location: Yola, Adamawa
IOM Classification: G4
Organizational Unit: Resource Management
Type of Appointment: Special Short-Term (SST) 6 months with possibility of extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Context

• Working under the overall supervision of the Head of Sub office in Maiduguri and the direct supervision of the Resource
• Management Officer (RMO), the successful candidate will perform preparation of Budget, Financial reporting, Compliance,
• Financial document, Auditing for the IOM Programmes in Maiduguri, Nigeria. In particular, s / he will.

Core Functions / Responsibilities

• Prepare Request for Payment (RFP) / Receipt of projects expenditure and revenue.
• Prepare budget vs expenditure reports of projects and provide critical review to RMO and Project Managers
• Support review of Implementing Partners (both local and International NGOs) financial reports
• Assist RMO in preparing and reviewing financial reports for donors in coordination with RAS.
• Assist RMO to respond on different financial queries.
• Creating project structure in SAP (PRISM) and update important documents of projects.
• Coordinate with sub officers on Purchase Request, expenses reports, RFP
• Considering project requirement and in coordination with RMO / Procurement Unit assist in procurement process.
• Assists Legal unit of the mission to prepare partner NGO, contractors and vendor agreements.
• Assist treasury unit as and when required.
• Undertake duty travel relating to project / programme activities.
• Perform such other duties that may be assigned by the RMO and Chief of Mission
• IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment. Internal candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose
• of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Education

• Degree / Certificate from an accredited academic institution in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration preferably with a professional certification as chartered accountant or certified public accountant; in related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training & experience.

Experience:

• Minimum four years (two years for Degree Holders) in related field; preferably within the United Nations and the International Humanitarian Field.
• Proactive; Independent Worker; A great team player.
• knowledge of IPSAS and SAP highly desirable.
• knowledge of IOM accounting system, software and procedure a distinct advantage

Skill:

• Fast Learner; IT Literate; Interpersonal Skills; Administrative & Time Management Skills

Languages:

• English and Native Languages and working knowledge the local languages Hausa / Kanuri.

Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:

Values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintain 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 1:

• 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.