Deadline: 27 March 2016
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Programme & Finance Support Officer in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The duration of this post is 1 year.
The Programme & Finance Support Officer will be responsible for timely and efficient delivery of programme support and financial services in accordance with an agreed work plan approved by the Programme Coordinator.
UNOPS mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.
Key Jobs Responsibilities
The Programme & Finance Support Officer will perform the following functions-
- Contribute to preparatory inception activities for new GFATM grants, develop SOPs, manuals, plans, budgets, reporting template and all necessary programme support devices and toolsets as may be required.
- Ensure that activities for ongoing grants are monitored, analyzed and reported on a timely basis; lead the preparation and timely submission of reports to the GFATM. The Programme & Finance Support Officer provides high-quality professional advice to the Programme Coordinator.
- Proper planning, expenditure tracking and audit of financial resources for the GFATM grants, in accordance with UNOPS financial rules and regulations, organizational directives and administrative instructions.
- Capacity building of SRs in the area of budgeting, reporting and finance management in general.
- Manage all operational Agreements with partners, including their amendments and legal negotiations.
- Contracting independent agents to undertake specific tasks including, where appropriate, procurement, studies, audit and monitoring.
- Maintain all archives and programme related documentation.
- Maintaining close and frequent contacts with the Global Fund, Country Coordinating Committee, and all national and international stakeholders in the GFATM grant universe.
- Lead and supervise the Finance Support Unit.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Advanced University Degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related discipline is required.
- First Level University Degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in above discipline in combination with additional 2 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of Master’s degree.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills is preferable.
- Sound knowledge of UNOPS regulations and rules is an asset.
- Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent highly desirable.
- A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in administration or finance or program implementation with greater independence and decision-making authority for more complex budgets.
- Experience in managing finance functions, units, and staff essential.
- Proven experience in a wide-spectrum of operations-oriented financial management, including financial forecasting for project acquisition, budgeting, and project monitoring.
- Prior experience working with donors required.
- Strong experience in South East Asia region is preferred.
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Office 2010 and/or newer versions) are required.
- Fluency in English is required.
- Knowledge in other UN Languages is desirable
How to Apply
Applicants must submit their applications through online process.
For more information, please visit UNOPS.
