Finance Officer

Contract

This is a UNV National Youth contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Youth contracts.

The UNV will work with finance and administration team of 35 staff. The UNV will gain experience in accounts, finance, internal controls and risk management. The finance team delas with 177 government and civil society organizations. Processing over 5000 payments to vendors in a year and disbursing over US$ 110 million to partners for programme activities. The UNV will also work with operations staff in the 8 field offices in Tigray, Amhara, Afar, Somali, Oromia, Gambela, Benishangul-Gumuz, and Hawassa.

Under the direct supervision of Operations Manager, the National UN Youth Volunteer will:

• Support accuracy and valid submission of documents for VAT refund from Federal Revenue and Tax Authority • Follow up with vendors whenever there is a problem with invoices for VAT refund • Assist in the follow up of with Federal Revenue and Tax Authority after submission of VAT claims • Assist in follow up with regions on letters confirming receipt of VAT from vendors • Maintain VAT follow up work sheet, register the rejected VATs and update actions taken • Provide administrative support to the Staff Association community engagement activities • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor

Results/Expected Outputs:

• Monthly submission of VAT claims to Federal Revenue and Tax Authority • Reconciled and up to date VAT general ledger • Escalate issues which requires immediate decision

Core Values· • Care; Respect; Integrity; Trust; Accountability

Core Competencies • Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness • Works Collaboratively with others • Builds and Maintains Partnerships • Innovates and Embraces Change • Thinks and Acts Strategically

(up to two years) or demonstrated interest in financial management, audit, tax is an asset. • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel required. Experience in database packages, web-based management systems and ERP systems (preferably SAP financial modules) is an asset. Experience with IPSAS and/or IFRS is an asset. • Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills; • Flexible and open to learning and new experiences; • Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures, environments and living conditions; • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded;

Addis Ababa is the capital of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. The population is estimated at about 4 million or so. Addis Ababa located in the Ethiopian highlands at an altitude of 2,500-2,700 meters. The climate is sunny and temperate, but it can be very cold at night, with freezing temperature at times. It is therefore advisable to bring warm clothing and foresee using heaters and/or log fires when necessary. Addis Ababa is the headquarters for the UN Economic Commission for Africa as well as the African Union (ex-OAU). Thus, there is a very large community of expatriates from all over the world. There are some 80 embassies/diplomatic missions. Housing is most of the time readily available and the rents are, on average, reasonable. Most foodstuffs, beverages, household goods, furniture and clothing, mostly imported from the Middle/Far East, South Africa and Europe, or local brands, can be found, although they can be expensive. Meat, fish, fresh fruits and vegetables are cheap and abundantly available.

The basic infrastructures - roads, utilities, and telecommunications - are below standard, as are medical facilities, which are still largely inadequate, although a few private clinics and hospitals provide reasonably good routine care. There are lots of tourist attractions to visit around the country, although the amenities are often poor to average. Several restaurants around the city serve local or international cuisine and there are numerous social and cultural events throughout the year organized by the international and local communities. Sports facilities (fitness, tennis, swimming, riding, golf, etc.) exist in the major hotels or in different establishments around the city. There are no major or special security concerns within Addis Ababa city limits.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.