Associate Project Control Officer

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This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

Description of task

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Head of Sub Office or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Associate Project Control Officer will:

  • Participate in the annual assessment and planning cycle.
  • Review that project agreements are in conformity with Country Operation Plans and UNHCR’s rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Formulate and implement a performance project monitoring plan in collaboration with the Programme Unit and MFT.
  • Participate in the development of the direct implementation monitoring plan in collaboration with the Programme Unit and other relevant functions.
  • Support Programme and other relevant functions in the selection of implementation modalities.
  • Track the management of project and direct implementation risks in collaboration with the Programme Unit, and report major risks to senior management.
  • Review, analyze and verify Financial and Performance Partner Reports (PFR and PPR), and check accuracy and consistency between PFR and PPR, in accordance with partnership agreements.
  • Undertake missions within the geographical area of responsibility.
  • Monitor, track and verify that expenditure for direct implementation by UNHCR is in line with the approved budget.
  • Conduct reviews of the internal control systems of partners and provide advice as required.
  • Provide feedback and recommendations of identified variants, risks and issues to the partner, Programme Unit and escalate to management as required.
  • Prepare project control reports with the status of programme implementation and financial status.
  • Support out timely project closure in coordination with the programme unit.
  • Provide input to the mid- and end-year programme review process on issues related to project control and risk management.
  • Maintain professional relationships with partners and UNHCR’s contractors.
  • Keep up-to-date with all UNHCR rules, regulations and procedures necessary to perform these duties.
  • Report on financial and operational performance and risks related to projects and activities under direct implementation and escalate issues to senior management.
  • Recommend acceptance or non-acceptance of Partner Reports and payment of instalments.
  • Advise on improvements related to implementing partnership and direct implementation management and internal controls.
  • Contact partners for project related matters.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Educational additional comments

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area, e.g. Accounting, Auditing, or area related to Risk Management; an associate chartered certificate accountant in addition to a bachelor’s degree in any of the listed fields is an asset.

Experience remark

  • At least 3 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in accounting, finance, or risk management, or other relevant programmes; experience with project monitoring and international auditing standards is an asset.

Language skills

  • English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent
  • Arabic(Optional), Level - Working Knowledge

Area of expertise details

  • Professional work experience at the national and/or international level in accounting, finance, or risk management, or other relevant programmes; experience with project monitoring and international auditing standards is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization;
  • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;
  • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
  • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
  • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;
  • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
  • valid national driver’s license and proven ability to drive manual gear 4x4 over rough terrain; (if not applicable, delete) Sound security awareness;
  • Have affinity with or interest in volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Competencies values

Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

Application procedure

  • Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Application deadline: 04 August 2021
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