Job Description

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission and the National Senior Finance Officer, and the direct supervision of the Senior Budget and Reporting Associate and in close coordination with the Budget and Compliance Officer and Chief, RMU, the Budget and Reporting Associate will be responsible and accountable for providing the necessary assistance and support in budgeting, financial project monitoring and reporting processes in accordance with Donors’ requirements and IOM Financial Regulation and Policies.

1. Assist with monitoring of finance activities of the IOM Mission in Ukraine.

2. Support the preparation and revision of IOM budget plans, and check compliance with IOM standards, budget and programming policies and procedures.

3. Provide support to the field offices and project staff throughout the project cycle in line with IOM's administrative and financial policies and procedures.

4. Record transactions in Wave program, verifying that accounting data are properly entered, in accordance with IOM Financial rules and practices and all supporting documents are enclosed.

5. Assist in preparing donor financial reports in accordance with IOM regulations and procedures and donor’s requirements.

6. Provide support for internal and external project audits.

7. Bring to the attention of the Senior Budget and Reporting Associate and/or related programme staff any relevant financial and reporting issues.
8. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma with at five three years of relevant work experience

or

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Economics, Finance or Accounting, from an accredited academic institution with at least three years of relevant work experience.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in Finance and/or Accounting, preferably with international organizations.

SKILLS

• Knowledge of IPSAS and Wave a distinct advantage;
• High level of computer literacy, in particular, experience in computerized accounting systems and software.
• Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.
• Good knowledge of MS Office specifically Excel.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English and Ukrainian is required.

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 five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• 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.
• Courage Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioral 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 actions and delegated work.
• Communication Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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