Finance Associate SC6/SSA6, Pakistan Multiple Locations (Roster Vacancy)

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WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Title Finance Associate Contract Type Service Contract / Special Services Agreement Duty Station Islamabad, Peshawar, Karachi, QuettaThis Job Opening is for roster purposes only. A roster is a pool of candidates who have already been assessed and vetted as suitable candidates through the competitive process and who will be ready to join immediately in case of any urgent need. Please also note that we will be using your candidature for other similar positions. The contract type and duration will purely be dependent on organizational needs, project requirements and funding, and the consent of the recommended candidate on the contract type and duration will be obtained prior to employment.

If you are selected, you will be placed in the roster for a period of up to 2 years. You may be contacted as the needs arise for a period of three to six months in any of the locations in Pakistan where WFP operates, including hardship duty stations.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

This vacancy announcement is for Pakistani nationals only. Deadline for applications is 5 September 2021. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. We are the world’s largest humanitarian organization, saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

You will hold a position either in Field Office, Area Office or Country Offices. You will report to the Finance Officer or designate. In your role, you will be expected to demonstrate responsibility and initiative to respond independently to queries with only general guidance. There is a requirement to use judgment in dealing with unforeseen problems on a daily basis. You will be expected to manage resources and coach and coordinate a team of support staff, or specific support service(s).

JOB PURPOSE

To coordinate and provide finance, budget and administration support services involving the recording and interpretation of financial and budgetary information to ensure the efficient functioning of the support services and inform decision-making.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Provide the procedural and technical support to staff within the areas of finance and budget, to ensure compliance with WFP financial policies, rules and regulations.
2. Support the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures, and assist in setup and implementation of proper accounting procedures, systems and internal controls.
3. Monitor the daily cash position in order to optimize the use of surplus cash and maximize returns on investment through the liquidity portfolio.
4. Monitor the centralised registry system in order to process all payments to internal staff and invoices to external suppliers in a timely manner and in accordance with WFP standards.
5. Contribute to the preparation, implementation and monitoring of budgets, monitor expenditure and budget forecasts, to ensure that relevant future funding requirements are met.
6. Co-ordinate with other teams in order to ensure that all financial and administrative services are being performed efficiently and in line with the needs of the wider team.
7. Monitor account balances and process financial transactions in an accurate and timely manner, to avoid the occurrence of an overdraft.
8. Monitor and analyse general ledger accounts in order to initiate and achieve corrective actions.
9. Compile data from the WFP database and systems in order to assist in generating and analysing financial reports on a monthly basis.
10. Allocate tasks to other support staff, provide guidance and on-the-job training in management of financial resources (e.g. managing the petty cash/sub-imprest account, review and analyse vendor and balance sheet accounts, etc.), to ensure services are delivered consistently and to the required standards.
11. Remain on stand-by and follow standard emergency preparedness practices in order to meet immediate emergency requirements for further service on the job and in the field.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Completion of higher secondary school education, preferably supplimented by a university degree in Accounts, Finance, Business Administration or related field.

Experience:

Six or more years of progressively responsible support work experience in general administrative work, including at least three years in finance or other related field.

Language:

Fluency in English and Urdu is required. Knowledge of local language is added advantage.

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Female applicants and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply

WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organisation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection & recruitment process, and for work-related needs upon joining the Programme. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. All selected candidates will, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.