Jobs - 12642- UNFPA Finance Assistant (VA/FPA/FA/2009)

UNFPA Finance Assistant (VA/FPA/FA/2009)

Location :

Jakarta, INDONESIA

Type of Contract :

FTA Local

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

14-Oct-09 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

GS-5

Duration of Initial Contract :

1 year initially

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

THIS IS NOT UNDP CONTRACT, PLEASE SEND DIRECTLY APPLICATION IN LINE WITH APPLICATION PROCEDURE AS OUTLINED BELOW

UNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is an international development agency that promotes the right of every woman, man and child to enjoy a life of health and equal opportunity. UNFPA supports countries in using population data for policies and programmes to reduce poverty and to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every birth is safe, every young person is free of HIV/AIDS, and every girl and woman is treated with dignity and respect.

I. Position Information

Post Code: VA/FPA/FA/2009
Post Title: Finance Assistant
Recruitment: Indonesian National
Duty Station: UNFPA Jakarta
Duration of Assignment: 1 year initially
Direct Supervisor: International Operations Manager
Status/Condition: Fixed Term Appointment, GS-5 (ICS-5)
Position Number: 00046590

Duties and Responsibilities

The Finance Assistant works closely with the operations, programme and project staff providing financial monitoring and analysis of projects and advising managers on expenditure trends and implementation rates. The Finance Assistant provides financial services ensuring high quality, accuracy and consistency of work. The Finance Assistant promotes a client-oriented approach consistent with UNFPA rules and regulations.

Under the guidance of the Head of Office and direct supervisor the Finance Assistant ensures the effective functioning of financial operations and systems in support of the programme and office management:

Supports the monitoring of programme financial performance for all core and non-core resources by providing necessary financial information and analysis, including implementation rate against indicators/results. Detects potential over-under expenditure problems and suggests remedial action.
Assists in develop tools and mechanisms for effective and efficient monitoring of programme and project budgets, coordinates compilation of financial data and provides accurate and up-dated financial information to HQ on a continuous basis.
Interprets financial policies and procedures particularly relating to National Execution (NEX) and provides guidance and training to staff and project managers. Strives to identify ways in which programme financial needs can be met within existing policies.
Assists in the management of the Country Office budget by budget formulation, controlling allotments, monitoring expenditures, and preparing revisions according to the needs of the office.
Ensures the effective financial recording and reporting system, internal control and audit follow-up and processes financial transactions in an accurate and timely way.
Reviews and monitors charges for common services and cost recovery taking into account maximum cost efficiency and represents UNFPA’s interest in related negotiations and agreements

Competencies

Functional

Business acumen
Client orientation
Implementing management systems

Values

Integrity/Commitment to mandate
Knowledge sharing/Continuous learning
Valuing diversity

Managing Relationships

Working in teams
Communicating information and ideas
Conflict and self management

Working with people

Empowerment/Developing people/Performance management

Personal Leadership and Effectiveness

Analytical and strategic thinking
Results orientation/Commitment to excellence
Appropriate and transparent decision making

Required Skills and Experience

Academic Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, accounting and/or finance is preferable.

Experience:

3 to 5 years of relevant experience in the public or private sector.
Familiarity of UNFPA system, rules and procedures is an advantage.

Languages:

Fluency in oral and written English.

Computer skills:

Proficiency in current office software applications
Familiarity of PeopeSoft/ATLAS application is an advantage.

There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. Interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to apply online and should submit a one-page cover letter and updated curriculum vitae together with complete contact details of three professional referees as the attachment."Female candidates are encouraged to apply" Only short-listed candidates will be contacted