International Organization for Migration (IOM) -a leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. Applications are invited from suitable candidates for the below position
POSITION : Resource Management Officer (Humanitarian Hub)
Description
The successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for coordinating the financial and/or budgetary functions of the Humanitarian Hubs in North East Nigeria.
Responsibilities
- Provide input for preparation of financial reports in accordance with IOM regulations and established procedures.
- Assist with the review of assets in the Humanitarian Hubs; .provide information and guidance on the appropriate application of internal controls and processes, control cash and prevent fraud.
- Provide support to the staff in the Hub to ensure compliance with IOM’s policies and procedure; make recommendations on the procedural improvements and assist in training local staff in the relevant areas of finance and administration.
- Assist with the regular review of SAP postings and provide recommendations on the adjustment/corrections if necessary
- Assist in monitoring financial and other resources in the Humanitarian Hub specifically in relation to cost recovery; undertake preliminary financial analysis and the oversight of financial expenditure in the Hubs.
- Assist in the recruitment and other administrative activities in relation to Humanitarian Hub.
- Assist in forecasting the cash flow according to planned activities of the Humanitarian Hub; ensure daily control of the funds disbursed; verify that funding is received on timely manner through cost recovery.
- Assist in the preparation of payroll for the Humanitarian hub and ensure salaries are allocated correctly and in line with the IOM projectization criteria.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets for programs in the Humanitarian Hub and the sub-office.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
- Master's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
- University Degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
- Professional certification as chartered accountant (CA) or certified public accountant (CPA), Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) will be a distinct advantage.
Experience:
- Knowledge of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures;
- Previous working experience in emergency missions;
- Previous experience in hub cost recovery will be an added advantage.
- Experience in finance, accounting, budgeting and business administration;
- Knowledge of IPSAS and PRISM;
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports, supervise staff and coordinate administrative activities; High level of computer literacy, in particular experience in MS Excel and computerized accounting systems and software;
Languages: Fluency in English is required.
Competencies
Behavioral:
- Leadership and Negotiation - develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
- Performance Management - identify ways and implement actions to improve performance of self and others;
- Planning and Organizing - plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
- Professionalism - displays mastery of subject matter;
- Teamwork - contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
- Technological Awareness - displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
- Accountability - takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
- Client Orientation - works effectively well with client and stakeholders;
- Continuous Learning - promotes continuous learning for self and others;
- Communication - listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
- Creativity and Initiative - actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
- Resource Mobilization - works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM.
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