Vacancy No: VA/FPA/SOM/02/2011
Post Title: Finance Associate
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Duration: 1 year, Renewable, subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds
Level: ICS 6 (G-6)
Duty Station: Nairobi
Date of Issue: 29 August 2011
Closing Date: 12 September 2011
Organizational Unit: UNFPA Somalia Country Office
Organizational Context
Under the guidance and overall supervision of the Operations Manager, the
Finance Associate ensures the effective functioning of financial operations
and systems in support of the programme and office management. He/she
works closely with programme and project staff providing financial monitoring
and analysis of projects and advising managers on expenditure trends and
implementation rates. The Finance Associate is also a member of the Country
Office management services team managing financial aspects of Country Office
operations. He/she may supervise clerical and support staff.
Results-Oriented Functional Statements
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 overunder
expenditure problems and suggests remedial action. Develops 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 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.
For a more comprehensive scope of works for the above position, please visit
the following link:-
http://countryoffice.unfpa.org/kenya/drive/ADVERT-FinanceAssociate(UNFPASomalia).pdf
